Program Overview

Program Overview

The pre-master program in Communication and Information Studies is designed to prepare students for the master's program in Communication and Information Studies (CIW). The program's structure and content depend on the student's prior education, specific knowledge, and chosen specialization within CIW.

Program Structure

• The pre-master program typically lasts one year, with a maximum of 30 study points.
• The program consists of courses from the bachelor's program in Communication and Information Studies.
• The Admissions Committee of the Faculty of Humanities determines the specific courses that make up the pre-master program, which may include:
  • Applied Statistics
  • Communicatie en Cognitie
  • Methods
  • Advanced English Language Skills

Specialization and Course Selection

The pre-master program is tailored to the student's chosen specialization within CIW. Students can refer to the Study Guide to get an impression of the possible courses per specialization.

Opstapminor Journalistiek

For students currently pursuing a bachelor's degree at a university or a higher professional education (HBO) program in Journalism, an opstapminor (step-up minor) is available. This minor allows students to follow a customized package of courses that prepares them for the Journalism specialization within CIW. Upon completion of their current program and the opstapminor, students have direct access to the Journalism specialization at VU Amsterdam, saving time and money.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the pre-master program, students must meet the admission requirements set by the Admissions Committee of the Faculty of Humanities. The specific requirements depend on the student's prior education and chosen specialization within CIW. NA The best answer is

Program Overview

The pre-master program in Communication and Information Studies is designed to prepare students for the master's program in Communication and Information Studies (CIW). The program's structure and content depend on the student's prior education, specific knowledge, and chosen specialization within CIW.

Program Structure

• The pre-master program typically lasts one year, with a maximum of 30 study points.
• The program consists of courses from the bachelor's program in Communication and Information Studies.
• The Admissions Committee of the Faculty of Humanities determines the specific courses that make up the pre-master program, which may include:
  • Applied Statistics
  • Communicatie en Cognitie
  • Methods
  • Advanced English Language Skills

Specialization and Course Selection

The pre-master program is tailored to the student's chosen specialization within CIW. Students can refer to the Study Guide to get an impression of the possible courses per specialization.

Opstapminor Journalistiek

For students currently pursuing a bachelor's degree at a university or a higher professional education (HBO) program in Journalism, an opstapminor (step-up minor) is available. This minor allows students to follow a customized package of courses that prepares them for the Journalism specialization within CIW. Upon completion of their current program and the opstapminor, students have direct access to the Journalism specialization at VU Amsterdam, saving time and money.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the pre-master program, students must meet the admission requirements set by the Admissions Committee of the Faculty of Humanities. The specific requirements depend on the student's prior education and chosen specialization within CIW.