Overview

The Economics MSc programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam prepares you for a career as a professional economist, whether your interests draw you to a career in the public or private sector, research or consulting. Versatility is key in the programme, allowing you to explore all aspects of Economics before deciding on the path that is right for you.

With a Master’s degree in Economics from VU Amsterdam, you’ll be a qualified, all-round economist suited to work in a variety of positions and highly desired by employers. You can choose to explore a wide variety of aspects of Economics, or focus on a particular specialisation.

The Master’s programme was voted the best Economics programme in the Netherlands according to the National Student Survey (NSE) and the relevant accreditation committees.

There are six specialisations:

Market Analytics

Development Economics

Global Challenges

International and Macroeconomic Policy

Labour and Health

Public Policy

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During the Master’s day, you can also meet our (international) alumni during several workshops. In these sessions they will tell you more about career opportunities after finishing your Master’s degree.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Methods for Applied Economic Research

Advanced Microeconomics

Advanced Macroeconomics

Economics of Climate Change

Economics of the Welfare State

Globalization, Growth and Development

Industrial Organization and Competition Policy

Macroeconomic Policy in the EU

Microeconomics for Development

Urban Economic Challenges and Policies

Labour Economics

Human Development (UvA)

Time Series Econometrics

Macro and International Finance

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Economics Econometrics View 25 other Masters in Econometrics 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited research university including at least three full years of academics study amounting to a minimum of 180 EC or equivalent
Create an enrollment application in Studielink
Complete your application in Vuweb
Pay the application fee (€100)
Copy of your valid passport or ID
Curriculum Vitae
1 or 2 Letters of recommendation
Statement of Intent (Letter of Motivation)
Diploma(s): A copy of the original Bachelor's degree or certificate.
Transcript of records
Thesis (or alternative piece of academic writing)
A description of the relevant courses followed and literature used during your previous higher education

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

24830 EUR / year

≈ 24830 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 EUR / month

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

Funding

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General requirements

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