Overview

Topics of high societal significance

In this Master's programme in Migration, Ethnic Relations and Multiculturalism at Utrecht University, you will focus on questions of high societal significance and policy relevance that relate to:

International migration

Integration and cultural identity

Development of ethnic relations

Management of cultural diversity

Interdisciplinary methodology

This two-year Master's programme contributes to interdisciplinary theoretical and empirical knowledge in the social sciences. We focus on the main theories and approaches developed in the fields of Sociology and Social and Cultural Psychology.

In addition to these two central disciplinary fields, we also cover perspectives from adjacent fields such as Political Science, Economics, Anthropology and Geography.

Career Prospects

This Master's programme prepares you for subsequent PhD training. It also serves as a freestanding programme for graduates who aspire to research positions outside academia.

This Master's programme prepares you for a scientific career, in academia (PhD training), research institutes, government organisations, NGOs, and private enterprises.

Professional Careers

Students who regard the MSc as the terminus of their academic education can capitalise on their:

Research experience abroad

Foreign language fluency

Analytical, research, and reporting skills

Successful completion of a demanding programme

Accreditation

Accredited by the NVAO - Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Migration: Theories, Types, Trends and Policies

Identity and Cultural Diversity

Research Practicum

Methods and Statistics: Regression Analysis and Its Generalizations

Acculturation and Cultural Comparison

Immigrant Integration: Inequality and Cohesion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Ethnic Studies Sociology View 54 other Masters in Sociology in Netherlands

Academic requirements

GPA

3.4

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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100

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

An academic Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioural Sciences (for instance Interdisciplinary Social Science, Sociology, Cultural Anthropology, or Psychology). Or a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Political Sciences, International Relations, Public Administration, or Geography.

A minimum average grade of 7.5 in the Dutch system or an international equivalent

Sufficient academic knowledge and skills in methods and statistics

Sufficient command of the English language

Motivation that fits the aim of this programme.

Tuition Fee

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International

20043 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20043 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.

Living costs for Utrecht

900 - 1450 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Migration, Ethnic Relations and Multiculturalism.

Available Scholarships

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

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