Study profile
Non Linear Narrative is a two-year master’s programme that merges investigative methods of journalism and forensics with processing technologies of computer science and visual arts into a contemporary progressive design approach: non-linear storytelling.
It takes the entanglement of relations in the global information society as a starting point, in order to identify and interrogate complex socio-political issues and communicate them to a broad audience. The programme repositions the graphic design discipline in the changing professional landscape and extends it with new responsibilities towards society.
In the past, Non Linear Narrative has initiated a number of large-scale research projects to explore new visual forms of storytelling. It collaborated with partners such as the Dutch Parliament, the National Library, the National Archives, Free Press Unlimited, Greenpeace and Hivos.
In the video below, students, teachers and the head of the department tell you more about the Master Non Linear Narrative programme:
Specifications
Degree
Master of Arts
Duration
2 years full-time
Study load
Start date
September
Costs
Department Head
Niels Schrader
Application deadlines
Language
English-taught programme
(See English level required)
Programme / CROHO
M Master of Arts in Fine Art and Design / 49114
Why choose Non Linear Narrative
- The department is led by an international team of designers, programmers, filmmakers, artists and thinkers.
- The programme offers the chance to discover a wide, diverse range of research fields and practices, from design, photography, coding to filmmaking, as well as the possible interconnections in these fields.
- Non Linear Narrative offers a theoretical programme as a cornerstone to encourage context in research and practice.
Is this study for you?
Do you want to study Non Linear Narrative at KABK? Then the following most likely applies to you:
- You have an investigative mindset and are keen to learn new ways of seeing and exploring the world as a researcher and practitioner.
- You preferably have a design background with a bachelor’s degree in graphic design to prove that. Students from other disciplines with a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of design (for example architecture, film or journalism) are also welcome to apply.
- You are not afraid of embracing new technologies and learning programming.
- You are interested in the way our socio-political environments are designed, and ways that they can change.
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Insights in this study programme
Listen to a conversation with Talita Virgínia, second year student Non Linear Narrative (NLN), who emphasises the important aspect of storytelling and being politically inclined when it comes to following the NLN master's programme at KABK!
The educational programme links with real assignments from the professional field: through the unique positioning of the KABK in The Hague, near the various ministries and internationally oriented partners and organisations, you will undertake assignments in the political field and the surrounding area of the Academy and will be involved in workshops, clinics, and guest lectures.