Highlights
Tuition fee
18404 EUR / year
2601 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
18404 EUR / year
2601 EUR / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
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Apply date
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Start date
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Campus location
Nijmegen, Netherlands
Campus location
Nijmegen, Netherlands

About

The Borders, Migration and Justice programme at Radboud University explores the influence of geopolitics and persistence of global injustices for present day human mobility across the globe.

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Overview

You will gain much in-demand expertise on border policies, identities and shifting global mobilities, issues that are dominating the agenda of many governments, return in the interventions of NGO’s, the transnational operations of businesses, and in the narratives of (social) media.

Furthermore:

  • You will receive first-hand insights and guidance from experts in the field.
  • You will be stimulated to develop your own views, research, and findings, to prepare you for your own future after your studies.

Future career opportunities 

This Borders, Migration and Justice programme at  Radboud University  hands you the knowledge and skills for a career in jobs such as:

  • Policy advisor in local, national or supranational government
  • Research or advisory position with local, regional and international organisations tackling concerns such as the rights to mobility, the plight of refugees, the potential of cross-border regional development, or the transnational role of diasporas.
  • Researching and/or teaching in the field of human geography, geopolitics, international relations, development studies, border studies, migration studies, European studies, conflict studies
  • Research and advisory positions for NGO’s, critical journalism and advocacy platforms
  • Part of our mission is also to nurture engaged citizens who drive social change through activism and critical thinking. 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Geopolitics of Borders
  • Excursion: Borders, Migration and Justice 
  • Migration, Displacement and Justice 
  • Borders in a Postcolonial World 
  • Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details
  • 1 May for EU/EEA students who want to apply for housing assistance. 
  • 31 January for non-EU/EEA students who want to apply for a scholarship.

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Nijmegen, Netherlands

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Your admission into this programme depends on your previous education. You are admissible if you have a completed:

  • A Bachelor’s degree from a research university in a Geography-related discipline, such as: Spatial Planning, Geography, Environment Studies. 
  • A Bachelor’s degree from a research university in related area, such as: International Relations, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Psychology, History, Philosophy, Religion Studies, European Studies,  Political Science, Public Administration, Economics, Development Studies, Language Studies, Architecture, (Urban) Design Studies, Leisure and Tourism, Conflict Studies and Management Sciences. An intake interview with the Master’s Coordinator could form part of the admission process. This will be communicated in the admission decision.
  • Your degree must be equivalent to a Dutch Research University diploma. This will be evaluated once you complete your formal application. 

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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  • International

    18404 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 18404 EUR per year during 12 months.
  • EU/EEA

    2601 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 2601 EUR per year during 12 months.
  • Statutory Tuition Fee:  €2,601.00
  • Institutional tuition fee EEA €13,784.00 per year
  • Living costs for Nijmegen

    800 - 1000 EUR /month
    Living costs

    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Funding

    • We have a number of scholarships available only for international Master’s students. You can find the full list, including details about eligibility requirements and how to apply, on the university's website.

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    Scholarships Information

    Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Borders, Migration and Justice.

    Available Scholarships

    You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

    Provided by university
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2026
    Radboud Encouragement Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Radboud University
    Nijmegen, Netherlands
    Provided by university
    Grant
    1400 EUR
    Deadline
    01 Jan 2026
    Fulbright-Radboud Scholarships
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Radboud University
    Nijmegen, Netherlands
    Provided by university
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2026
    Radboud Scholarship Programme
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Radboud University
    Nijmegen, Netherlands
    Provided by university
    Grant
    5000 EUR
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2026
    NL Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Radboud University
    Nijmegen, Netherlands
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    07 Oct 2025
    Fulbright U.S. Student Program
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    U.S. government
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    4000 USD
    Deadline
    20 Dec 2025
    OAS ISS Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The General Secretariat of the Organization of American States
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2025
    ServiceScape Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    ServiceScape
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 EUR
    Deadline
    Not specified
    NL Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Association of Universities in the Netherlands
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
    Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
    Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Leopold Figl Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Sep 2025
    Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Headway
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    25000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Ayn Rand Institute
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 CAD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
    Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Pinsky Law
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    5000 USD
    Deadline
    25 Aug 2025
    Women Scholarship for International Students
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    educations.com
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    05 Jan 2026
    Jewish Heritage Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Diamant Gerstein
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    12 Jan 2026
    Dream Chaser Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Salvado Law
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2025
    $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    IvyPanda
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    10000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    90000 AUD
    Deadline
    24 Mar 2026
    World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The Ramsay Centre
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
    Scholarship for students with disabilities
    Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Anonymous Hope Fund
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    2000 USD
    Deadline
    01 Sep 2025
    The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    12000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2025
    Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    2000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Jul 2025
    The MyUS Community Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    MyUS
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
    The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    IELTS from 6 to 9
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    01 Mar 2026
    Voice Talent Online Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Voice Talent Online
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Aug 2025
    Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Florida Rentals
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    965 USD
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
    Merit-based

    Read more about eligibility

    Shield Your Body
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    500 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2025
    CryptoRunner Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    CryptoRunner
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    Not specified
    Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
    Merit-based Need-based

    Read more about eligibility

    European Commission
    Location not available

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