Overview

Working through the course topics, you’ll address questions such as:

What are the early markers of development that has gone awry?
How can we improve the way negative outcomes in children and adolescents' are prevented or treated?

The Master’s programme in Development and Socialisation in Childhood and Adolescence at Utrecht University combines advanced coursework with the development of hands-on skills.

Career Prospects

The connection between the Master’s programme and the job market is excellent. DaSCA alumni from previous years have generally been very successful in finding a job after their studies.

The programme is designed as preparation for PhD studies. However, it also provides training for students who wish to pursue a professional career as a researcher outside of a university setting.

Accreditation

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

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Development and Developmental Psychopathology

Context of Psychosocial Development: Family Processes, Peer Relationships and Culture

Multivariate Statistics in Practice for Dasca

Research Practicum

Relationships, Personality and Adjustment in Adolescence

Social and Cultural Dynamics of Development and Socialization

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Disciplines

Psychology Sociology Cognitive Science View 67 other Masters in Psychology in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.4

English requirements

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93

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

An academic Bachelor's degree in Social or Behavioural Sciences (for instance Psychology, Pedagogical Sciences, Interdisciplinary Social Science or Sociology)

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.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

21342 EUR / year

≈ 21342 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Utrecht

Netherlands

900 - 1450 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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