Werkplaats Typografie

Tuition fees are 11,700 EUR per year; applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Mar 1, 2027.

The Master in Werkplaats Typografie is a 2-year program at ArtEZ Institute for the Arts in the Netherlands, taught in English. It's for students who want to explore graphic design and develop their artistic skills. This program helps students define their own practice and push the limits of the field.

Students in this program learn by doing, working on projects and collaborations with partners worldwide. They develop their visual, discursive, and practical skills, and learn how to interact with their ambitions and the design community. The program includes international presentations, contributions to relevant platforms, and assignments for external clients.

Graduates of this program can become independent designers, art directors, design researchers, or educators. They can work in design studios, museums, or universities, and can specialize in areas like typography, visual design, or design theory. With their skills and experience, they can position themselves in the field and make a meaningful contribution to the world of graphic design.

ArtEZ Institute for the Arts in the Netherlands is a dynamic centre for creative education where experimentation and cross-disciplinary practice take priority. Founded in 2002, ArtEZ serves a community of roughly 3,000 students and has a notably international student body, creating a multicultural studio culture. The institute offers focused programs across fine arts, design, fashion, music, and dance designed to cultivate both technical craft and conceptual innovation.

Curricula encourage collaboration across artistic disciplines and foster independent artistic inquiry, with studios, workshops, and performance spaces that mirror professional creative environments. Emphasis on critique, portfolio development, exhibitions, and public projects prepares students for contemporary artistic careers or further study. Teachers and visiting artists actively engage students in project-based learning and cross-border cultural dialogues.

International applicants will find an open, exploratory atmosphere with practical support for settling into life in the Netherlands. Language options, studio mentorship, and connections to galleries and festivals help graduates build profiles for the European and global arts scene. Prospective students should prepare a strong portfolio and be ready to articulate their conceptual interests to thrive at ArtEZ.