Master in Documentary and Fiction

At University of Amsterdam, the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

The Master in Documentary and Fiction at the University of Amsterdam is a 1.5-year Master's degree for students passionate about film and television. It combines academic rigor with practical experience, focusing on audiovisual storytelling.

Students learn about dramaturgy, research, and editing, with a focus on storytelling in creative media. The program includes a semester of practical training, helping students apply their skills in real-world settings and prepare for the industry.

Graduates can become film editors, documentary producers, screenwriters, or media researchers, often working with broadcasting companies and production houses like NTR, BNNVARA, and VPRO.

The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632 and located in the heart of Amsterdam, is one of the Netherlands’ most prestigious research universities. As a large, internationally oriented institution, UvA offers a wide range of programs across faculties such as humanities, social and behavioural sciences, economics and business, science, law, medicine and dentistry. Its metropolitan setting and historic campus combine with modern facilities to support a vibrant academic community.

UvA enrolls tens of thousands of students and provides hundreds of master’s and bachelor’s options, including many English-taught programs and research opportunities across more than 20 priority areas. The university’s strengths include interdisciplinary research institutes, strong international collaborations and a focus on societal impact. Students can access specialized research centres, internships in Amsterdam’s dynamic job market, and study abroad options via established exchange networks.

International applicants benefit from extensive support services, clear admissions guidance and housing assistance through university and partner residences. Studying in Amsterdam offers cultural diversity, excellent public transport and a creative, innovative urban environment. Graduates from UvA move into careers in academia, public service, business and the arts, drawing on the university’s rigorous training, research reputation and global connections.