Understand today's digital world 

In their private lives and as citizens or professionals, people constantly produce and use information. Contemporary life is shaped by ever more complex information technologies and an intensifying information economy. Information has become central to the arts, humanities, creative industries, journalism, and government and administration. Media and Information provides you with advanced conceptual and practical tools to understand the shifts in culture and society brought about by the constant transformation of the media.

Why study Media and Information at the UvA?

• A world-class education
  The UvA ranks 1st in the world for Media Studies in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 ánd 2023.
• Tailor-made programme
  A cutting-edge, tailor-made programme that combines the most recent developments in the field, while offering students the freedom to choose their own area of specialisation.
• A hands-on and practical education
  In addition to conceptual and critical capabilities, the programme teaches you applied research skills.
• The chance to conduct research 
  About digital media in our state-of-the-art medialab, and employ the most advanced digital research methods, information systems, and software tools.
• An ambitious international environment
  You will discuss the global media landscape with leading experts from all over the world, and an international student community.
• The city of Amsterdam
  Strong ties with the thriving Amsterdam community of new media companies, digital art institutions, creative industries, game and app developers, archives, and museums.

Degree certificate

Media and Information is an accredited degree programme. After completion of this programme, you will receive a legally accredited Bachelor's degree and the title Bachelor of Arts (BA).