Program Overview

Program Overview

The pre-master program in Communication and Information Sciences (CIW) at VU Amsterdam is designed for students who do not meet the admission requirements for the master's program but are interested in the field. The program aims to prepare students for the master's program by providing them with the necessary knowledge and skills.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the pre-master program, students must have a Dutch HBO bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Language and Communication, or a Dutch WO bachelor's degree that is deemed insufficient to prepare them for the master's program. Students with a HBO diploma in Journalism or a related field may be eligible for the pre-master program in Journalism.

Application Procedure

To apply for the pre-master program, students must:

1. Register in Studielink by June 1st.
2. Complete the application form and upload it to their personal dashboard.
3. Receive notification of their admission status, which may include additional requirements.
4. Pay the tuition fees and complete their registration by August 31st.

Program Structure

The pre-master program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in Communication and Information Sciences. The program includes a range of courses that cover topics such as language, communication, and information sciences.

Research Areas

The program is focused on the role of language in communication and cognition, and students will have the opportunity to engage in research projects that explore these topics.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the pre-master program are not specified, but students are required to pay the fees and complete their registration by August 31st.

Additional Information

The pre-master program is a preparatory program for the master's program in Communication and Information Sciences, and students who complete the program successfully may be eligible for admission to the master's program. The program is designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in the field, and it includes a range of courses and research opportunities that are tailored to the students' needs and interests.