Master
Communication and Information Studies
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for students seeking theoretical insight into language use in informative and argumentative communication, with specialization in a chosen genre. Trade-off: as a dual master's it balances academic depth with practical application deman
Tuition · Intl
↗€20,200
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
90 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Mar 26
Language
English
IELTS 7+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2026
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗35
DUO ↓60% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
7
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
3 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.9/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗95%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€2,950
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
The Master’s Communication and Information provides students with a solid theoretical and methodological foundation for understanding the way in which language is used for informative and argumentative purposes. The programme offers insight into verbal communication in a range of practical settings, including parliamentary debate, political speeches, legal decisions, legislative debates, drug advertisements, doctor-to-patient consultation, mediation, negotiations and academic research papers, and allows you to specialise in one specific communicative genre.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English90 ECTSMaster of ArtsField area: Language & CultureSector: Taal en CommunicatieCode of Conduct (intl.)DualMaster
About University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: communicatiewetenschappen
Median starting salary (field)€2,950/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating95%
Months to a substantial job14
Working in their own field61%
Permanent contract38%
Satisfied with their job3.7/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Specialisten op het gebied van reclame en marketing27%
Specialisten op het gebied van public relations13%
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten7%
Specialisten op het gebied van personeelszaken en loopbaanontwikkeling5%
Leidinggevende functies op het gebied van verkoop en marketing4%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree82%
Women among first-years81%
Say workload is “just right”88%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.9/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 8 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Involvement & contact3.7
Study guidance3.8
Testing & assessment3.7
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-03-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-03-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS: 7
- TOEFL iBT: 100
Scholarships
Letje Lips Amsterdam Merit ScholarshipFor a talented Graduate School of Humanities student from outside the EU/EEA; deadline 15 January.
Horizon FundGrant for Master's students already studying at the Graduate School of Humanities to finance academic travel abroad.
Internships
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