Master in Teaching Russian

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Apr 1, 2027.

The Master in Teaching Russian is a 1-year program at the University of Amsterdam for those who want to become qualified Russian teachers. It's a unique program in the Netherlands, offering a first-degree qualification in Russian language education.

Students engage with Russian language teaching, curriculum development, and pedagogical strategies. The program provides practical teaching experience, where students apply their knowledge in real classroom settings and develop skills to adapt to the evolving educational landscape.

Graduates can become Russian language teachers in secondary schools, educational coordinators, or curriculum developers. They can work in educational institutions, language schools, or cultural organizations, with skills that are transferable to diverse fields related to education and language.

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.