Overview

Study in an intensive two-year full time programme. Prepare for PhD studies at the Erasmus Institute for Philosophy and Economics (EIPE) and top-quality programmes elsewhere.

One of the best research master programmes in Philosophy and Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam and among the Top-22 of all master programmes in the Netherlands.

Career prospectives

When graduating from the Research Master you will be well-prepared for a subsequent PhD in philosophy and economics, as well as advisory positions in the private and public sector.

Accreditation

Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Methodology of Economics

Rationality and Choice

Ethics and Economics

Philosophy of Social Sciences

New Developments in Economics

The Theory of Practice of Distributive Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics Philosophy View 104 other Masters in Economics in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

7

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100

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Student insurance

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor/Master in Economics, or Philosophy, Philosophy and Economics, PPE or related programmes.

A grade for the bachelor thesis equivalent to at least an 8.0 in the Dutch grading system.

An average grade in the bachelor equivalent to at least 8 in the Dutch grading system.

Proficiency in English.

A detailed letter of intent.

A writing sample of around 10-15 pages. (At least 8 pages, maximum 25 pages, excluding bibliography and appendices. This can be an essay in philosophy, economics, or a closely related subject.)

Two letters of reference.

Tuition Fee

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International

9000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9000 EUR per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

2530 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2530 EUR per year during 24 months.

€4,600 (Institutional fee: Dutch / EEA students)

Living costs for Rotterdam

760 - 1265 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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