Cultural Journalism
Are you a student with an interest in arts and culture, societal developments, media innovation and journalism? Would you like to be part of an intercultural classroom and make original and creative stories on European culture and identity? Then Cultural Journalism is the exchange programme for you. The programme includes content on arts and culture, training in cultural journalism and storytelling, design thinking and excursions and reporting trips in Europe. So if you are ready to expand your horizon as a global professional, apply now!
You are eager to share your own skills and knowledge with other students and contribute to an interdisciplinary team. Cultural Journalism is a challenging international programme. In the programme you will encounter topics such as:
- arts and culture;
- lifestyle and identity;
- globalisation and creative cities;
- international cultural journalism;
- innovations in cultural journalism and media;
- excursions and field trips in Europe.
Useful to know
Start date | February |
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Number of ECTS | 30 Dutch Education System |
Programme level | Minor |
Programme code | JM-ACLST-20 |
Language of instruction | English |
Year of study | Year 3 or 4 |
Practical Matters | Housing and Immigration |
Location | Utrecht Science Park |
Course content
What do you need to enter this programme? And what can you expect when you apply? In this section you'll find all you need to know!
Cultural Journalism is a challenging international programme. Students from study programmes in the Netherlands will have the opportunity to join students from countries all over the world in our intercultural classroom.
The programme consists of six modules:
- Content courses on European Arts, Culture and Identity, Creative Cities and Globalisation (5EC)
- Research skills through story-based inquiry methods (5EC)
- Journalism Skills and Workshops providing training in storytelling for diverse media (5EC)
- Crossmedia production of your own story and publication on the School of Journalism platform (5EC)
- Media and design thinking, including media theory and skills training (5EC)
- Innovation project in which a team designs an innovative solution for a business opportunity in media (5EC)
Prior experience in journalism or communication is an advantage, but not a requirement. In our newsroom we will teach the basics of reporting and with the help of co-students with more reporting experience, you will even be able to make short audiovisual-productions.
Cultural Journalism is offered on bachelor level with options to require honours level, through extra assignments and personal achievements. Honours level is rewarded with a HU-honours star certificate.
Would you like to know more about this programme or do you have a specific question? Please contact the programme coordinator Carien Touwen.
Updated course information will be ready by December. All participants will receive the course guide before Christmas holidays.
In our course guides you can find all relevant information about the programme in one practical document. You can download it here for your convenience.
This programme has a selection procedure at the School of Journalism with a 15 October deadline.
Please note: This selection procedure does not replace your regular HU-registration in Mobility Online, for which a 15 October deadline also applies.
All applicants need to fill in the entry form and supply information on study background, level of English and personal motivation. This also helps us to organise interdisciplinary and intercultural learning.
Please fill in the entry form and send your documents to the email address included as soon as possible and no later than 15 October.
Non-native speakers need a minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper based or 213 computer-based or 80 Internet based or a minimum score 6 if IELTS or a B2 certificate English.
A 5-day fieldtrip to Berlin is part of the programme and will cost approximately:
Costs (in euros) | |
Hostel | € 35 per night, excluding breakfast (4 nights) |
Travel | Depending on train or airplane to Berlin: approximately € 75 - 200 |
Meals | Own choice |
You will not need a visa for Germany, as Germany is a Schengen-country, but you have to bring your passport or ID-card. You will have to submit passport information to the coordinator in order to book visits/excursions.
The cost for your crossmedia production (reporting trip) depends on your country of destination. You always have the option to pick a topic in the Netherlands with few additional costs.
Practical information
When you move to a different country to study, there are lots of things to arrange. For instance, where will you live, how much are the costs? Visit our practical information page to help you prepare your stay. It is also important to start arranging a living space as soon as possible. Our housing pages will help you on your way. A student living in the Netherlands needs about € 800 - 1000 a month to cover living expenses, such as housing, food and transportation. This includes insurances – health insurance is mandatory.
Find out how to apply
Ready for an international adventure?
Why choose HU?
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An international career in journalism
This programme prepares you for a career in international reporting. You will get to understand the cultural and social aspects of Europe and learn to find your way around as a journalist in unfamiliar circumstances.
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Inspiring international setting
HU supports your ambitions. Our lecturers will tutor and assist you in making the most of this international programme. During your time in Utrecht, you will meet students from all over the world and make connections to last a lifetime.
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Utrecht Science Park Campus
Studying at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht means you get to enjoy all the benefits of our modern campus, Utrecht Science Park (USP). A miniature city with the universities' buildings, student housing, restaurants, cafés, a sports centre, and much more, it enjoys excellent transport links to Utrecht and beyond.
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Vibrant university city Utrecht
Beautiful Utrecht has lots of young people and excellent facilities for student life. It has a mediaeval city centre which is small enough to explore by foot or bicycle. Enjoy a drink next to the quaint canals or dine in one of the converted wharf cellars.
Interested in our Cultural Journalism programme?
Want to know more?
- Telephone +31 88 481 81 81
- Email exchange@hu.nl
- Work days from 09.30 am to 4.30 pm