Course overview
Master of Arts in Fine Art & Design: Situated Design graduation track is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at avans-university-of-applied-sciences in Breda, Netherlands. It takes 2 years full-time, with intakes in September (non-EEA deadline 1 May 2027).
avans-university-of-applied-sciences is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | avans-university-of-applied-sciences (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Breda, Netherlands |
| Course | Master of Arts in Fine Art & Design: Situated Design graduation track |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 2 years full-time |
| Tuition per year | €10,308 (≈ ₹10.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | September (non-EEA deadline 1 May 2027) |
| English requirement | IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge required; Avans's general minimum is IELTS Academic 6.0 (B2) |
Interested in Master of Arts in Fine Art & Design: Situated Design graduation track?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €10,308 a year, about ₹10.9 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly €20,616 (≈ ₹21.9 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026/27 non-EEA fee; 2027/28 not yet published
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Non-EEA tuition fee, 2026/27Must be paid in full before the academic year starts | €10,308per year | ≈ ₹10.9 lakh |
| Instalment collection fee (EEA payment plans)Non-EEA students pay the full fee by bank transfer instead | €24one-off | ≈ ₹2,544 |
Living costs for the Netherlands as a whole: €12,000–16,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at avans-university-of-applied-sciences for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences or a research university. The Animation master's is for graduates in animation or illustration, or practising animation professionals.
- Art and design master's ask for a CV, personal statement, practice portfolio and research proposal, followed by an admissions interview on Teams.
- Non-EEA deadline: 1 May 2027 for a September 2027 start.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge required; Avans's general minimum is IELTS Academic 6.0 (B2).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall (CEFR B2). IELTS Online is not accepted; results must be under two years old at the start. |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 for tests before 21 January 2026, or 4.5 on the new scale; the Home Edition is not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 61 |
| Cambridge and LanguageCert | Cambridge scale 169–175; LanguageCert Academic 65. |
| Exemption | Avans exempts some diplomas listed in its own country list (a separate PDF) and students fully educated in countries such as the UK or USA. Ask Avans whether your Indian board qualifies before skipping a test. Duolingo is not listed. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September (non-EEA deadline 1 May 2027).
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the NetherlandsHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the Netherlands, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Certified copy of your Class 12 certificate (bachelor's) or bachelor's degree certificate (master's)
- Transcript of records
- Passport
- Statement of English, such as IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge
- Portfolio, CV, personal statement and research proposal for art and design master's
About avans-university-of-applied-sciences
Avans University of Applied Sciences was formed on 1 January 2004 by merging Hogeschool Brabant and Hogeschool Den Bosch. It is a practice-oriented institution in the southern Netherlands, with about 30,000 students and 3,600 staff across four cities: Breda, Den Bosch, Roosendaal and Tilburg.
Most Avans programmes are taught in Dutch. For international degree students the English-taught choice is focused: the International Business (BBA) bachelor's in Breda and Den Bosch, Finance & Control International in Breda, and art and design master's in Den Bosch, including the Animation master's and the graduation tracks of the Master of Arts in Fine Art & Design. Avans also runs many English-taught exchange programmes.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Master of Arts in Fine Art & Design: Situated Design graduation track at avans-university-of-applied-sciences?
The tuition for international students is €10,308 a year (about ₹10.9 lakh). 2026/27 non-EEA fee; 2027/28 not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Master of Arts in Fine Art & Design: Situated Design graduation track?
The course takes 2 years full-time.
What English score do I need?
IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge required; Avans's general minimum is IELTS Academic 6.0 (B2). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September (non-EEA deadline 1 May 2027). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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