Overview

By providing a unique view on complex issues, art plays a distinct and highly relevant role in today’s society. It is also an indispensable force for good in any democratic society.

At the Arts, Media and Society BA programme at Leiden University you’ll see how contemporary art engages with society about global issues, such as terrorism, biotechnology, ecology, and politics. You’ll also learn how art, film, photography and digital media are shaping our society and how the arts and media can help provide strategies for social and political activism.

Why Arts, Media and Society at Leiden University?

It’s a small-scale, highly international programme taught in English and linked to Leiden University’s globally acclaimed bachelor’s programme in Art History.

You will be based in the beautiful city of Leiden, close to great contemporary museums and media institutions in Leiden, Amsterdam and Rotterdam.

The programme can fall back on an extensive national and international network of scholars, artists and scientists. They are regularly invited into our classrooms to lecture on what they do and share their thoughts and experiences with our students.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

How the World Makes Art
Arts in Society
Big Media
Museums, Cultural Heritage and Collections
World Art Studies
A.M.S. in Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leiden, Netherlands

Disciplines

Visual Arts Film Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 14 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

a copy of a valid passport or European ID card

a Dutch residence permit (if applicable)

a CV (résumé)

Copies of diplomas and transcripts: International Baccalaureate students must submit their transcript with IB grades obtained so far, at least containing their first year’s final grades. In addition, IB students are advised to also submit their predicted grades. Documents must be in the original language and accompanied by official translations if they are not in English, Dutch, German or French.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

13400 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13400 EUR per year during 36 months.
EU/EEA

2530 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2530 EUR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Leiden

850 - 1250 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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