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Transatlantic Studies - History, Culture and Politics
Are Transatlantic relations in a crisis? Which values and interests connect or divide us? This interdisciplinary program pursues such questions, combining the historical and contemporary, the political and cultural, and the theoretical and practical.
Ancient History
The Ancient History MA programme at Leiden University is your opportunity to obtain a comprehensive understanding of the history of the Greek and Roman periods, with a focus on the mentality and social and economic history of the period between 400 B.C. and 400 A.D.
International Relations
The University of Groningen's International Relations MA program offers a comprehensive study of global politics, diplomacy, and international cooperation. Join a prestigious institution known for its expertise in international relations and gain a deep understanding of complex global issues.
South Asian Studies
The South Asian Studies MA programme at Leiden University is designed for students with an interest in studying South Asia from a range of perspectives including its history, literature, art, media, culture, religions, philosophy and philology.
Film and Photographic Studies
The Film and Photographic Studies MA programme at Leiden University takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of 'lens-based' media: photography, film and video. The programme covers the history and theory of film and photography within the broad context of visual and other media.
Philosophy of the Humanities and the Social Sciences (Philosophy)
In the Philosophy of the Humanities and the Social Sciences (Philosophy) programme of the University of Amsterdam, students gain philosophical insights in conjunction with another academic discipline.
European Politics and Society
At the unique two-year international joint European Politics and Society MA programme at Leiden University you will be able to study at four major European research universities in four beautiful cities: Prague, Leiden, Krakow and Barcelona.
Global Archaeology
At the Global Archaeology MA programme at Leiden University you study key developments in past societies that have shaped global history from comparative and regional perspectives. Investigate major transitions in history from the origins of our species to the emergence of capitalism in diverse regions including the Near East, the Mediterranean, Europe and the Americas.
Language and Cognition
How is language stored in the brain? How do we acquire a foreign language? How can we explain patterns of language use in terms of underlying structures, and also the role of language in society? The Language and Cognition programme offers training in linguistics which reflects the areas of expertise among linguists at the University of Groningen.

Strategic Events Management (part-time)
Do you work in the events sector? Are you ready for the next step? Then the Strategic Events Management (part-time) course from Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) might be just the thing for you. In this master's programme you will learn how to make an impact with events, leading to increased added value.
Linguistics (specialisation)
In the course of the Linguistics (specialisation) MA programme at Leiden University you will be able to focus on a specific thematic or disciplinary route, reflecting the linguistics expertise present at Leiden University. In addition, you may be given the possibility to design a thematic or disciplinary route according to your own specific interest.

Tourism and Hospitality Innovations
The Tourism and Hospitality Innovations programme delivered by the Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) prepares you for a future as an entrepreneur or manager in the outdoor hospitality industry.
International Political Economy
The world has become smaller. Markets operate in Spartan competition and states and societies face the endeavour to cope with on-going globalization. IPE addresses these marvels. International Political Economy is a track within the Master's degree in International Relations from University of Groningen.
Curating Art and Cultures (Heritage Studies)
The Curating Art and Cultures (Heritage Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam is a unique, two-year Dual Master's programme designed to train the curators and (museum) researchers of the future. The programme is offered jointly by the UvA, the VU University and leading museums in the Netherlands (a.o. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Van Abbe Museum).
Culture and Politics
The Culture and Politics MA programme at Leiden University encourages critical perspectives on complexities of culture as an inextricable part of global politics.
Classics (research)
The Classics (research) MA programme at Leiden University gives you the opportunity to study the Greek and Roman world with a focus on Greek and Latin language and literature.
Photography and Society
The two-year master’s programme Photography and Society at the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (KABK) educates socially-engaged photographers of the 21st century, who possess an active interest in the technological, political, environmental and social role of the photograph.
International Relations (research)
Are you a talented student and interested in modern history and international relations? Is a career in research something you aspire to? Then this International Relations (research) programme at the University of Groningen is exactly what you are looking for.
Gender Studies
Become a professionally successful 'agent of change'. In the Gender Studies programme at Utrecht University, you will learn to develop sustainable perspectives in emancipation policies, diversity management, cultural initiatives and political activism.

Leading Hotel Transformation
As The Netherlands’ leading Business School in the world of hospitality, Hotelschool The Hague, Hospitality Business School inspires the next generation of global citizens and global leaders with the Leading Hotel Transformation programme.