Overview

The Urban Studies programme of the University of Amsterdam combines the disciplines of urban geography, economic geography, urban and regional planning, and urban sociology to provide a multidisciplinary and comprehensive approach to studying urban change, as well as the opportunities and challenges this produces. You will learn about contemporary urban phenomena and will be trained in a variety of research methodologies and techniques to understand these from a critical perspective.

Careers

The programme is specifically designed for excellent students wishing to pursue a career in research. Graduated students find positions as

PhD-student and/or Assistant Professor

Policy maker at various municipalities, provinces or Dutch ministries

Consultants in real estate development or in environmental development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Urban Studies

Epistemological and Ontological Issues in Urban and Development Studies

Urban Debates
Sociology

Comparative Urban Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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92

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Urban Planning View 28 other Masters in Urban Planning in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelors’ in a social sciences related discipline (such as human geography, sociology, urban and regional planning, political science and anthropology), are invited to apply to the Research Masters in Urban Studies, providing they meet all other entry requirements

Applicants are expected to have some experience of either study in the field of urban studies, or work in a related area. Applicants with no formal background in urban studies should be able to otherwise demonstrate a familiarity with contemporary urban theories and issues

A solid basis in both qualitative and quantitative social science research methodology as demonstrated by the completion of at least one undergraduate course (or equivalent) in social research methods

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 Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23455 EUR / year

≈ 23455 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2695 EUR / year

≈ 2695 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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