Cultural Data & AI (Media Studies)
Big data, artificial intelligence and automation are leading to a fundamental reorganisation of the media industries, the cultural heritage sector and public government. Responding to this transformation, Cultural Data & AI prepares you for work in these sectors by teaching you essential computational techniques, in tandem with the necessary critical reflection that accompanies these techniques and their consequences.
Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Location
đ Media Studies is ranked first in the QS World University rankings since 2018
Feb09
Master's Week 9 -12 Feb
Nov02
Master's Week: 2-6 Nov
Why Cultural Data & AI at the UvA?
Computational techniques
Learn to create and adapt scripts for retrieving, analysing and visualising cultural datasets. This enables you to develop and implement computational techniques in the cultural sector and public government.
Offered by world-leading experts
Our teachers conduct cutting-edge research and contribute to the development of innovative computational tools and methods.
Embedded research projects
You have the opportunity to conduct research within an academic research project, cultural organisation, media company or governmental institution.
Combine critical and computational skills
This programme combines computational skills and humanities theory, allowing you to analyse the societal applications and implications of big data and AI.
Is Cultural Data and Artificial Intelligence right for you?
- You are interested in the rapid transformation and societal implications of big data and AI in the media, cultural, and public sectors.
- You have a strong interest in learning computational techniques and data analysis. Experience in computer or data science is not required
- You are able to read and understand complex theoretical texts, are self-motivated, and can work independently.
- You know how to formulate provocative research questions, use humanities and social science theory, and acquire new research skills.
Degree certificate
Cultural Data & AI is a programme of the accredited Master's programme Media Studies. After successful completion of this programme, you will receive a legally accredited Masterâs degree in Media Studies and the title Master of Arts (MA).
What does your week look like as a student?
Wondering what your weekly schedule will be at Cultural Data & AI? Then download the brochure with a sample timetable and additional information about this study.
Facts & Figures
- Degree programme
- MA Media Studies
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 60 ECTS, 12 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Accreditation
- NVAO
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 60830
- Location
- University Quarter