Overview

Geography is all about studying people, space and place - and Amsterdam is the perfect place to do that. First of all the city of Amsterdam itself is the perfect location and junction to study, explore, experience geography. Secondly, the University of Amsterdam, a major research university, offers the Human Geography programme, taught by one of the highest ranked geography departments in continental Europe. Last but not least, the Graduate School of Social Sciences (GSSS) of Amsterdam provides a vibrant and international academic community. The GSSS values diversity in both research and academic content, academic staff and student population.

Specialisation tracks

In the Master's programme Human Geography at the University of Amsterdam, students choose one out of four specialisation tracks:

Economic Geography

Environmental Geography

Political Geography

Urban Geography

Programme Structure

Courses include:

GEO Skills: Research Methods & Techniques

GEO Skills: The Professional Geographer

GEO Focus: Fieldwork Excursion

GEO Track: Literature Study

Advanced Economic and Financial Geography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Geography Environmental Sciences View 60 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in Netherlands

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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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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’s degree in human geography (sociale geografie) or in another closely related discipline (such as sociology, cultural anthropology, political science, economics, bèta gamma and/or future planet studies provided it includes a major in human geography) are invited to apply, provided they meet all other entry requirements

International degrees are evaluated on the basis of advice from professional diploma evaluators. The minimum level of the degree should be equivalent to three years of Dutch academic education

A solid basis in the field of human geography studies with (the equivalent of) at least 30 ECTS credits earned during previous studies

A solid basis in both qualitative and quantitative social sciences research methodology as demonstrated by the completion of (the equivalent of) at least 20 ECTS during previous study

English language proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

16000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16000 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

2314 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2314 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Amsterdam

1000 - 1500 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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