191 Master's degrees offered by the university

The Molecular Sciences (Chemistry) programme of the University of Amsterdam, a joint degree programme with the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, covers areas in chemistry that traditionally are associated with organic and inorganic chemistry, catalysis, physical chemistry and theoretical chemistry.

This one-year (2-semester) Data Science and Business Analytics - Master's Qualifying Programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a range of postgraduate degrees at the University of Amsterdam. Learn more at the Master's Qualifying Programme from OnCampus Amsterdam.

The Stochastics and Financial Mathematics programme from the University of Amsterdam is a research oriented two-year Master's programme in mathematics offering courses at a high mathematics level. Its close ties with the financial and consultancy sector in Amsterdam are unique in the Netherlands. 

The two-year Ecology and Evolution (Biological Sciences) programme from University of Amsterdam offers you the chance to delve into how species evolve, interact, and shape the ecosystems around us. You’ll gain expert knowledge and practical research experience, all while enjoying exceptional flexibility to tailor your studies to your interests.

This one-year (2-semester) Economics - Master's Qualifying Programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a range of postgraduate degrees at the University of Amsterdam. Learn more at the Master's Qualifying Programme from OnCampus Amsterdam.

The Forensic Science programme from the University of Amsterdam is unique in the Netherlands. The programme distinguishes itself from most international Master's programmes in Forensic Science by building on a range of scientific backgrounds and disciplines, such as computer science, physics, chemistry, biological sciences and mathematics.

The Complex Systems and Policy programme at University of Amsterdam offers a unique approach to future-focused policymaking. It draws from a variety of academic fields, including social sciences, data science, and modelling.

The Brain and Cognitive Sciences programme of the University of Amsterdam offers the opportunity to investigate all aspects of the field, from molecule to mind. The programme is unique in its interdisciplinary perspective that incorporates the fields of neuroscience, biology, neurology, psychology, behavioural economics, linguistics, logic, artificial intelligence and philosophy.

Become an independent leader with entrepreneurial spirit and a global mindset. The Business Administration programme of the University of Amsterdam equips you with the skills and knowledge to lead transformations of organisations, pursue sustainable growth and build truly sustainable businesses. 

Prepare for a career in one of the most sought-after professions in the world today. Join the Master's in Econometrics (MSc) from University of Amsterdam.

In the Identity and Integration (European Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam, you will study contemporary challenges in Europe and the EU from the perspectives of history, arts and culture, media and politics.

The Preservation and Presentation of the Moving Image (Media Studies) programme of University of Amsterdam invites students to critically engage with current practices of collecting and selecting, preserving and restoring, making accessible, presenting and curating moving images and sound.

The Medical Anthropology and Sociology programme of the University of Amsterdam focuses on health and healthcare in a political, economic and cultural context. In this programme you will use social science theory and methods to critically analyse health issues in a globalising world.

 Do you look beyond the letter of the law? With this Transnational and European Private Law from University of Amsterdam you challenge yourself to become the best private lawyer you can be.

The Psychology (research) programme of the University of Amsterdam aims to educate students as critical and analytic professionals who are able to deal with ever-changing knowledge in a scientifically responsible manner, build bridges between subdisciplines in psychology, and contribute to the formation of cutting-edge scientific insights.

The Medical Informatics programme of the University of Amsterdam aims to be the gateway for ambitious students with an entrepreneurial, global mindset to a career at the interface of healthcare and ICT. They will gain a deep understanding of healthcare processes and ICT technologies and challenged to solve real-life cases from our clinical and corporate health ICT partners.

Do human rights treaties apply when armed forces operate abroad? Today, problems increasingly transcend national boundaries. Climate change, terrorism and mass migration are examples of issues that require global solutions. In the Public International Law (International and European Law) from University of Amsterdam we look at international law as a tool to achieve and implement those solutions.

In the International Trade and Investment Law (International and European Law) degree from University of Amsterdam will learn to operate, analyse, and debate the international legal framework that sustains, ordains, and contains the global economy.

In the American Studies (History) programme of the University of Amsterdam, we study the United States – from inside and out – historically and with an eye toward the present. We explore politics and foreign policy, but also the culture that has influenced and reflected the world.

The Theatre Studies (Arts and Culture) programme of the University of Amsterdam offers you an opportunity to specialise as a scholar of theatre and performance in one of the world’s most vibrant theatre cities.