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Overview
Study programme
The curriculum of the International Development Studies programme of the University of Amsterdam discusses societal transformation and development trajectories at different interacting levels, ranging from the micro-level of individuals and households to the macro-level of states and finally to the global level.
Careers
The two-year Research Master's programmes in International Development Studies is specifically designed for excellent students wising to pursue a career in research. The main objective is to prepare students for an academic career, a career in applied research, or research-intensive jobs in policy or professional fields. Graduates should be able to successfully start PhD research or acquire a position of equivalent level in applied research or policy practice.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Epistemological & Ontological Issues in Urban and Development Studies
- Theories, Issues & Debates in International Development Studies
- Research Design: Mixed Methods
- Purpose, Portfolio and Proposal Development
- Literature Review & Fieldwork Profile
- Critical Development Theory & Social Movements
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
International Relations International Development Political Science View 26 other Masters in International Development in NetherlandsAcademic requirements
GPA 3.5
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in development studies or in another closely related discipline (such as human geography, sociology, social/cultural anthropology, political science and economics) 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 university education
- A solid basis in the field of development studies of at least (an equivalent of) 30 ECTS credits earned during previous study
- A solid basis in both qualitative and quantitative social sciences research methodology as demonstrated by the completion of (the equivalent of) at least 30 ECTS during previous study
- An overall GPA of at least a B+/A /3.5 (American system), second class, upper division Honours degree (British system), B (ECTS system), 7.5 (Dutch system) or equivalent
- English language proficiency
Tuition Fee
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International
16060 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16060 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
2168 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2168 EUR per year during 24 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.
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