Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, BA, Interdisciplinary Arts

Our changing and complex society needs solutions beyond the mainstream.

At iArts (Interdisciplinary Arts) we are able to match problems to these solutions. This is possible because we view our society differently and the scope of our work is innovative and transdisciplinary. That is why our students are decisive change agents of the future. Are you one of them?

At iArts, unique in Europe, we are innovation. We combine artistic practice, academic reflection, research and entrepreneurship in projects with a strong focus on today’s societal issues. This cross-pollination leads to surprising ways of addressing and shaping issues.

The iArts programme takes three years, although a four-year version of 240 ECs is offered as well. The three-year track is open to all students who either have a pre-university diploma or can show proof of adequate previous education. Please note: the entire iArts programme is taught in English.

iArts professionals work as decision-makers at the intersection of art, research and entrepreneurship. They often have their own professional practice, but they also work at government agencies and businesses.

After graduation you will be:

• a critically engaged change agent who is able to combine the skills of an artist, entrepreneur and researcher. You will develop and produce relevant interventions for current issues, whether local or global.
• a multi-talented change-maker who is capable of translating social and scientific issues into artistic and interdisciplinary practice.
• a thought leader who is able to explore and intervene in unpredictable, precarious and near-impossible contexts. 

Scholarships

Non-EU candidates can apply for the Zuyd Excellence Scholarship (ZES), or for the Holland – Zuyd Excellence Scholarship (H-ZES). This is a combination scholarship offering a higher scholarship amount in the first year in comparison to the Zuyd Excellence Scholarship.