American Studies
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Deze opleiding
| locatieGroningen |
| diplomaMA |
| typeregulier, 60 EC |
| start1 september |
| taalvolledig English |
| opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code60845 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursnee |
The MA track American Studies encourages you to develop your own interests and formulate your own arguments in small-group seminars. You will learn to think, talk, and write critically about all things American, independently analyze any aspect of the culture, and conduct research projects that cut across traditional academic boundaries.
You are challenged to build your own persuasive analysis of whatever it is about the U.S. that interests you and your research topics can be as diverse as the country itself: from the Star Wars franchise and its place in the U.S. and global culture to gerrymandering, and from voter suppression to the professionalization of women's ice hockey - you get to choose your own path. During your studies, you will be guided by our team of leading international researchers in the field of American Studies.
American Studies provides students the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities or do an internship, for example at a small Dutch tech start-up, a national newspaper, or consular offices in the U.S.
Waarom aan de University of Groningen?
 Keuzegids topopleiding2018 |
- Interdisciplinary approach to the Americas: history, popular culture, politics, economics, ideology, ethnicity, etc.
- Experienced and highly trained international teaching staff
- Wide range of transferable skills, such as fluency in spoken and written English, critical thinking, and cultural adaptability
Studieprogramma
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Histories and Methods of American Studies | 10 EC | ||||||||
Domestic Cultures of U.S. Imperialism keuzevak | 10 EC | ||||||||
The American Revolution Today keuzevak | 10 EC | ||||||||
Writing for the Real World keuzevak | 10 EC | ||||||||
Study Abroad keuzevak | 10 EC | ||||||||
Master's Internship American Studies keuzevak stage | 10 EC | ||||||||
Master's Thesis American Studies afstuderen | 20 EC | ||||||||
specialisaties
specialisatie MA Placement
Students have the option to replace one Research Seminar with an MA Placement, which is to be carried out during the second semester, in principle in the U.S. or the Americas.
Because such an internship is part of your degree program, it will have to comply with the curriculum requirements. Further details can be obtained from the department or academic advisor. The Office for Student Affairs can help you with some of the practical issues.
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
group discussion, individual assignment, integration module, internship, lecture, literature study, project, self evaluation, self study, tutorialinstruction modes
Research seminars, lectures, study abroad, internship, Master's dissertation.objectives
Students acquire the knowledge, skills and insight into American Studies needed to do independent scientific research and to be able to work in society at an academic level.study guidance
If you have any questions about your studies, you may contact the American Studies academic advisor who can assist you with academic planning, university services, and other relevant matters. Students can schedule an appointment via the Office of Student Affairs or stop by during the advisor's weekly walk-in hours to discuss a variety of academic issues.study abroad
Minimum of 30 ECTS
Studying abroad during the second semester of your Master's program can complement your American Studies experience at The University of Groningen. As availability permits, you can apply to study abroad at one of our first-rated exchange partner institutions in North and South America and enroll in a variety of courses of your choosing.
For more information regarding exchange locations, please visit the Department of American Studies website at https://www.rug.nl/let/studeren-bij-ons/american-studies/internationalization/
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 15 augustus 2025
wettelijk tarief : € 2601 (€1301 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 16300
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 19200
aanmelding deadline : 15 augustus 2026
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
All students with a Bachelor's diploma of American Studies from the University of Groningen or from another Dutch university are directly admissible to the programme. Additionally, UG students with a Bachelor's diploma in:
- Archaeology
- Art History
- Arts, Culture and Media
- Classics
- English Language and Culture
- European Languages and Cultures
- History
- International Relations and International Organization
- Media Studies
- Middle Eastern Studies
with a pre-Master's/ Faculty Minor (30 ECTS) in American Studies are also admissible to the programme
The Admissions Board is responsible for assessing whether students without a Bachelor's degree are admissible on the basis of sufficient knowledge, understanding and skills at the level of a Bachelor's degree.
taaltoets
Additional English language requirement: A VWO diploma or a subject certificate for VWO English (mark 6 or higher), minimum requirement of TOEFL iBT 100 (with a minimum score for speaking and writing of 25 (each)), or an IELTS score of 7 (with a minimum of 6.5 on all items). Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 185.
De stad
studievereniging
EPU
E Pluribus Unum (EPU) is the study association for students who study American Studies. EPU's main goal is to unite all American Studies students, both from the Bachelor and Master programs. By doing so, the study association can represent the entire student body in their interests, and provide them with ample opportunities to expand those interests. EPU organizes a vast array of activities, ranging from monthly (themed) drinks to study trips abroad.Keuzehulp
Studievergelijker
American Studies
| star Keuzegids topopleiding 2018 |
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
Noord-Amerika Studies
| star NVAO |
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
North American Studies
| € 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 1 eerstejaars |
| 100% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
History, Culture and Politics
| € 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
North American Studies
| € 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
Na de studie
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
aansluitende masteropleidingen
| instelling | opleiding | instroomeisen |
|---|---|---|
| Leiden University | North American Studies | + aanv. eisen |
Potentiële beroepen
Interested in marketing or international business? Then utilize your knowledge of US economic and commercial policies and practices by assisting companies seeking to expand into the European and US markets.
Your highly proficient English skills will also prepare you to work at education institutions, in particular in the area of the internationalization of teaching and learning. A number of graduates also work in high schools and institutions of tertiary education, where they teach primarily English or History. Several American Studies graduates also wish to continue their studies by completing PhD degrees, either in The Netherlands, the UK or the US.
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