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Research Master
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Communication Science (research)

Careers

This programme is an excellent preparation for a successful PhD in the Netherlands and abroad, but it also gives you a strong foundation for careers outside academia. You will develop advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills, enabling you to conduct high-quality research independently. You get a solid foundation for any career that requires strong research, analytical, and methodological skills.

Where do our graduates work?

Discover a selection of career examples from our alumni:

  • Academic research & higher education

    Roles focused on scientific research and teaching at universities.

    • PhD Candidate – Leiden University
    • Assistant Professor & Postdoctoral Researcher – University of Amsterdam
    • Research Assistant – University of Amsterdam
  • Market, media & consumer research

    Research and analytics on audiences, brands, and campaigns for companies and research agencies.

    • Researcher – Motivaction International
    • Research Analyst – USP Marketing Consultancy
    • Brand & Crossmedia Researcher – MeMo2
    • Insights Analyst – Validators
    • Market Research Specialist – Booking.com
  • International organisations, NGO's & advocacy

    Communication, advocacy, and digital outreach for international NGOs and UN bodies.

    • Advocacy and Communications Officer – Norwegian Refugee Council
    • Digital Communications Consultant – UN Habitat
  • Management & consultancy

    Advising organisations on strategy and change.

    • Senior Consultant Digital Transformation – Berenschot
  • Media, journalism & publishing

    Editorial and data roles within media and publishing organisations.

    • Editor – Publistat
    • Data Analyst – Blendle
  • Tech & platform companies

    Building long-term relationships with clients for tech and communication platforms.

    • Customer Success Manager – MessageBird

UvA Student Careers Centre

The Student Careers Centre is there to help with your career development. You can contact them to discuss your options, ambitions and doubts at any time during your studies.

UvA Student Careers Centre

Specific Career Events for Communication Science

Join us several times a year for the Communication Science on the Spot colloquium series, hosted by the Graduate School of Communication. In these sessions, a communication professional gets interviewed. You can ask questions and join the discussion to spark a lively debate.

Past speakers include:

  • Mirthe Enklaar (PepsiCo Benelux)
  • Yakunu van Santen (Rijksmuseum)
  • Belinda Borck (Tony's Chocolonely)
  • Marijne Beijen (Het Parool)

You can also join events and workshops from Career Matters, to help you get ready for the job market. You will get practical, relevant skills that will boost your employability after graduation.

Topics cover areas like:

  • online marketing, such as Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Google Analytics, or Social Advertising
  • journalism, including writing effective press releases or journalistic blogs

Your diploma is not a farewell

After graduating, you don't have to say goodbye to the University of Amsterdam! We are happy to help you develop your career. You can join the young alumni programme, which will assist you in mapping out your career. And as an alumnus, you can also still use the Student Careers Centre.  

Everything for your career development
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