Within all programs, a lot of attention is paid to career perspectives. Students can attend guest lectures by invited specialists from inside or outside academia, follow internships in companies, NGOs, local government and other public institutions, or follow part of their training with heritage-institutions and media companies.
Research Master students follow three core courses in which they are intensively prepared for a career in academia. They become familiar with interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge utilization. PhD researchers are given the chance to enroll in career-oriented courses. The Graduate School participates in a yearly career event, at which our students and young researchers can meet successful VU alumni, have their cv checked, and participate in workshops that help them prepare for a job search or an interview.
Depending on their interests, students can choose between: