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Programme overview
The Master’s specialisation in Gifted Education at Radboud University is the only Master’s specialisation in the Netherlands that focuses on giftedness. Students study how personal characteristics- like motivation or performance anxiety- abilities, and surrounding influence each other.
You will gain a critical theoretical understanding of pedagogical science, and focus on how to recognize and design interventions for gifted students with different abilities.
The programme works closely with the Centre for the Study of Giftedness (CBO)- headed by Lianne Hoogeveen- the only academic research institute that focuses on giftedness.
Students will also conduct their own research projects in close contact with supervisors.
What will you learn?
Gain a background in theoretical concepts in pedagogical sciences, as well as special courses designed especially for students in the Gifted Education programme
Get invaluable research and professional experience during an internship and research project which you design to pursue your own passions
Obtain the skills to identify, analyse and investigate problems regarding giftedness, and find creative solutions for students and educators
Career prospects
Fitting educational programmes is the new standard: there are less special needs programmes and mainstream schools need experts to accommodate students with learning disabilities themselves.
Graduates from this programme could find jobs in a wide variety of ares:
Policy maker
Researcher at government organisations or research centres
Teacher
Remedial educationalist
Consultant for firms or schools
- Educational advisor
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Courses include:
- Educating the Gifted
- Gifted Education Abroad
- Complex Systems Theory
- Coaching in practise for international students
- Gender and Diversities: Policies and Practices
- Learning Processes
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Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
- Apply before , International
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Non-EU/EEA applicants
- 1 April: Final deadline
EU/EEA applicants
- 1 July: Final deadline
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Special Education Educational Research Pedagogy View 5 other Masters in Pedagogy in NetherlandsExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
In order to get direct admission to this Master's you will need knowledge of relevant domains in the field of Pedagogical Sciences (16 ECTS or more). You have completed courses on subjects like:
- (Special) education and learning
- Developmental psychology
- Neuroscience
- Psychopathology
- Parenting
- Youth care
- Ethics and philosophy
- Proficiency in academic writing and critical reflection. A sample of your written work must be submitted with your application.
- Proficiency in empirical research practice. You have completed courses on: research methodology used within the social sciences, including knowledge on inter- and intra-individual research designs (e.g. experiments, surveys, observational studies) and psychometrics.
- Proficiency in maintaining a professional attitude. You have completed courses on (therapeutic) interview techniques or have done an internship.
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International
16500 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16500 EUR per year -
EU/EEA
2314 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2314 EUR 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.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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