Master
Communication & Information Studies
★ StudyPath verdict
8.3/10
Best for students seeking research careers in biomedicine at top Dutch institutes; strong lab focus but limited industry pathways compared to more applied programs.
Tuition · Intl
↗€24,150
via SKDB 2025 ↗
Duration
1 year
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2026
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗176
DUO ↑63% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
2 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.0/5
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: 25 Jun 2026
About this program
What role does language play in communication within various types of organisations, such as governmental, commercial, media and healthcare organisations? That is the central question in the master's programme in Communication and Information Sciences.
During the programme, you will write and analyse texts, study the experiences of news users, research the role of images in communication, look at how body language influences our communication, and much more. Although the exact content differs per specialisation, each track trains you to become a communication specialist.
The tracks of the programme are:
* Multimodal Communication (English)
* Journalistiek (Dutch)
* Dialogue, Health and Society (English)
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
EnglishMaster of ArtsField area: Language & CultureSector: Taal en CommunicatieCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a public research university founded in 1880. Known for its international outlook and innovative research, VU has over 30,000 students and offers programs across humanities, sciences, and social sciences.
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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Year 3 tracks
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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 degree86%
Women among first-years83%
Say workload is “just right”82%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 23 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers4.2
Atmosphere4.6
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance3.7
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities4
Career preparation3.1
Teachers' English3.7
Would choose again3.9
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL internet based: 92
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C
Scholarships
VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP)Merit-based tuition fee waiver
NL ScholarshipContribution towards living costs
External scholarshipsVaries by provider/country
Internships
?No data yet
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