191 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Human Geography - Political Geography programme of the University of Amsterdam focuses on three core themes: geopolitics, globalisation and governance. By examining these concepts, political geographies in our current globalised world are analysed and researched. Theories and methods in political geography are thoroughly studied before a thesis project in the field is conducted.

Explore language from a (socio)linguistic and pragmatic perspective while gaining proficiency in one of seven European languages. In the Language and Society (Linguistics) programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will develop the knowledge and skills to analyse your target language within its unique social context.

What becomes of anthropology when it is practiced in other media than the written word like photography or film? And what becomes of film and photography when they have anthropological pretensions? The Cultural and Social Anthropology - Visual Anthropology programme of the University of Amsterdam enables you to explore the possibilities of camera-based research.

Do you want to attain a unique comparative advantage, by acquiring both a detailed knowledge of real estate and a solid understanding of corporate finance or investment management? Then the Finance - Finance and Real Estate Finance combination track from University of Amsterdam is the one for you.

There seems to be growing room for creativity and personalisation of religious ideas, beliefs, and practices. How are we to make sense of this development? In the Spirituality and Religion (Theology and Religious Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam you will study the changing role of religion and spirituality in contemporary societies and their historical roots.

The one-year Music Studies (Arts and Culture) programme of the University of Amsterdam enables you to specialise in historical, cultural or cognitive musicology, or a combination of the three.

The Environmental Geography (Human Geography) programme of the University of Amsterdam focuses on the relationship between humans and their ecosystem. Environmental challenges can be approached from different perspectives, which are analysed while taking spatial dynamics into account.

The Business Administration - Entrepreneurship and Innovation programme of the University of Amsterdam, you explore the most advanced theories devised and practiced by the current hub of innovators and entrepreneurs. This track is one of 9 tracks you can opt for in the Master's in Business Administration.

The Executive Programme in Management Studies from University of Amsterdam prepares you to shape the future of organisations, lead people and make evidence-informed decisions in a changing world.

In the Public Policy and Governance (Political Science) programme of the University of Amsterdam you will learn to critically analyse public policies in often controversial political settings. The programme focuses on both research and practice and links theory and practice by looking into interesting cases and inviting inspiring guest speakers.

The innovative interdisciplinary two-year Heritage, Memory and Archaeology (Archaeology) programme of the University of Amsterdam explores the ways in which we deal with tangible and intangible remnants and narratives of the past, as well as the remaking of the past into heritage, memory and material culture in the present. 

The selective 18-month International Dramaturgy (Arts and Culture) programme of the University of Amsterdam trains future generations of dramaturges to work in theatrical settings across cultural, linguistic, social and national boundaries. You will combine rigorous academic coursework with an internship in the Netherlands or abroad to help you develop your practical dramaturgical skills.

Learn how to solve business-related problems using computational approaches and techniques, advanced analytics and data science; a highly sought-after combination on the job market with this Big Data and Business Analytics from University of Amsterdam.

The Museum Studies (Heritage Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam is a unique, one-and-half year professional programme that focuses on the museological field, and includes an intensive, one-semester internship.

Many organisations and companies benefit from effectively influencing the behaviour of citizens or consumers. But how can we develop a strategy that is effective in achieving these goals? Learn more with the Psychology - Social Influence programme of the University of Amsterdam.

Explore which effect climate change will have on future welfare. This research-based Economics - Environmental Economics programme of the University of Amsterdam helps you understand the complex interactions between economic decisions, market forces, governmental policies and the environment.

In the Econometrics - Data Analytics programme of the University of Amsterdam your focus is on analysis of the large amounts of data that organisations collect through the internet and social media. This track is one of the four tracks you can opt for in the Master's in Econometrics.

How can users rely on the information provided in financial reports? How do preparers of financial reports provide relevant information to users? These are the 2 core questions you will learn how to answer in the Accountancy and Control - Accountancy track from the University of Amsterdam.  

The Accountancy and Control - Financial Management track from University of Amsterdam provides you with the knowledge and skills that are essential for a career in finance and control. This is one of the tracks you can opt for in our Master's in Accountancy and Control.

In the Data Science and Business Analytics - Business Analytics specialisation from University of Amsterdam, you learn to solve business problems using the most recent statistical learning tools available. Typical application areas include logistics, financial risk management, human resource management and strategic marketing.