540 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Netherlands

The School Psychology master's specialisation responds to and prepares students for a number of recent changes in the care for children and adolescents. In many countries, schools are increasingly being held responsible for an optimal development of all students, including those with special needs.

In the master Global History and International Relations at Erasmus University Rotterdam, you focus on cutting-edge questions related to historical processes of globalisation, international relations and cultural encounters.

Do you want to become a specialized expert on the region and its conflicts and meet the huge societal demand for knowledge and insights in the Middle East? Then join our Master’s programme Middle Eastern Studies in University of Groningen.

In this Geopolitics and Connectivity track at University of Groningen you will be introduced to a novel approach, developed and led by colleagues at Groningen, to understand geopolitics as a connectivity effect.

The Mundus Master in Public Policy (Mundus MAPP) at Erasmus University Rotterdam is a two-year-long international joint Masters programme in Public Policy.

The International Business School, The Hague Netherlands offers a Master of Arts in Strategic Studies and Diplomatic Sciences.

The Economics - International Finance and Trade programme at University of Amsterdam offers a fascinating analysis of current developments in the global economy. This is one of the tracks you can opt for in our Master's in Economics.

Do you want to advance your research skills in the social sciences? Learn from different disciplines, find your specialization and dive into the topics you wish to engage in with this Behavioural and Social Sciences programme from University of Groningen. 

Modern Political Culture- Ideas and Discourses in Context from Maastricht University zooms in on key contemporary challenges such as the tensions within democracies, the construction of national identities, the origins of political violence, and the legacies of colonialism. .

What does the future hold for the European Union? Are its founding ideals of peace and prosperity strong enough to overcome public distrust about further integration? Find out in this European Politics in a Global Perspective track at the University of Groningen.

The Econometrics - Econometrics and Policy Analysis programme at University of Amsterdam will focus on the process of policy analysis from cause to effect, by using observational data and discussing (policy) implications of empirical research based on the latest econometric techniques.

The Economics of Sustainability at Erasmus University Rotterdam introduces students to what sustainable development is and how economic systems can both support and hinder the Sustainable Development Goals.

In the track Intelligence and National Security of the MSc Crisis and Security Management you will be introduced to intelligence and security services in their political, societal, and bureaucratic contexts. The track will give you a thorough understanding of the modus operandi of these agencies, their interaction with the surrounding world, and the challenges they face.

We offer a master degree in Sustainability and Environmental Psychology from University of Groningen. How to address this century's key challenges, such as climate change, migration, and polarization, in a way that is sustainable, resilient and with a long-term perspective?

Study both the cognitive and emotional-affective aspects of human behaviour. Learn more about the influence of food and medication on behaviour. Train your academic skills and get the opportunity to combine clinical and research internships with the Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience - Neuropsychology course at Maastricht University .

The Biomedical Sciences - Science in Society programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam enables you to conduct research within the broad spectrum of biomedical sciences.

In this specialisation, you will learn how health is shaped by factors such as income, education, work, social security, and the environment—and how healthcare systems respond to these challenges.

In the specialisation Public Economics and Policy, you will gain the skills to answer these questions — and many more. You’ll start by learning how markets work and when they may fail. Then you’ll explore how economic policies influence behavior and shape society. You’ll see how well-designed policies can address market failures and promote a fairer, more resilient society. 

This specialisation centres on the economics of networks, with ample emphasis on transport, traffic, mobility, and accessibility; while also energy, telecommunication and social networks will be addressed. These are all issues that are becoming increasingly urgent as cities face rising congestion, climate concerns, and rapid technological change.

Are you critical, socially engaged – and interested in the role of media in our democracy? In the Master’s specialisation CS: Media and Democracy at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, you apply scientific insights to understand how media shape public debate and democratic processes.