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519 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Netherlands
International Relations
The University of Groningen's International Relations MA program offers a comprehensive study of global politics, diplomacy, and international cooperation. Join a prestigious institution known for its expertise in international relations and gain a deep understanding of complex global issues.
South Asian Studies
The South Asian Studies MA programme at Leiden University is designed for students with an interest in studying South Asia from a range of perspectives including its history, literature, art, media, culture, religions, philosophy and philology.
Economics of Markets and Organisations
Organisations differ strongly in productivity. The Economics of Markets and Organisations programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam allows you to have a positive impact at work by learning how market structure and organisational policies affect organisational performance.
Social Sciences
Are you interested in social scientific research, and do you want to pursue a career in academic or non-academic research environments? The Social Sciences programme of the University of Amsterdam is designed for highly motivated students with an interest in research from various social scientific perspectives.
Philosophy of the Humanities and the Social Sciences (Philosophy)
In the Philosophy of the Humanities and the Social Sciences (Philosophy) programme of the University of Amsterdam, students gain philosophical insights in conjunction with another academic discipline.
European Politics and Society
At the unique two-year international joint European Politics and Society MA programme at Leiden University you will be able to study at four major European research universities in four beautiful cities: Prague, Leiden, Krakow and Barcelona.
Global Archaeology
At the Global Archaeology MA programme at Leiden University you study key developments in past societies that have shaped global history from comparative and regional perspectives. Investigate major transitions in history from the origins of our species to the emergence of capitalism in diverse regions including the Near East, the Mediterranean, Europe and the Americas.
Medical Anthropology and Sociology
The Medical Anthropology and Sociology programme of the University of Amsterdam focuses on health and healthcare in a political, economic and cultural context. In this programme you will use social science theory and methods to critically analyse health issues in a globalising world.
Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience - Fundamental Neuroscience
Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience - Fundamental Neuroscience from Maastricht University combines theoretical background with practical experience in research at the interface of biology and psychology. The fundamental molecular mechanisms of psychological processes, as well as neurological and psychiatric disorders are investigated.
Economics - Development Economics
The Economics - Development Economics programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is designed for ambitious students with a strong academic background in economics who want to sharpen their expertise even further and prepare for the demands of a rapidly changing world.
Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical and Social Sciences
The Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical and Social Sciences programme at Utrecht University is recognised as a high quality programme and has been awarded high ratings in the past years by established rankings in the Netherlands.
Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship in Health and Life Sciences - Health and Life Sciences-based Communication
How should we respond to an increase of Meningococcal disease? These are the types of questions addressed in this Management, Policy Analysis and Entrepreneurship in Health and Life Sciences - Health and Life Sciences-based Communication course offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
Human Geography - Urban Geography
The Human Geography - Urban Geography programme of the University of Amsterdam provides students with a deeper understanding of global and local processes that shape cities across the world.

Political Science - Diversity and Inequality in Politics
Understanding how gender, race, ethnicity, class, religion and other identities intersect with power structures is key to addressing pressing societal issues such as discrimination, unequal representation, economic disparities, and violent conflicts. Learn to critically analyse these domestic and global dynamics and develop viable solutions to foster more inclusive political and social systems.
International Political Economy
The world has become smaller. Markets operate in Spartan competition and states and societies face the endeavour to cope with on-going globalization. IPE addresses these marvels. International Political Economy is a track within the Master's degree in International Relations from University of Groningen.
Behavioural Economics
Our Behavioural Economics programme at Erasmus University Rotterdam brings you the skills to optimise strategies and policies by including the framing and context that affect people’s choices.
Curating Art and Cultures (Heritage Studies)
The Curating Art and Cultures (Heritage Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam is a unique, two-year Dual Master's programme designed to train the curators and (museum) researchers of the future. The programme is offered jointly by the UvA, the VU University and leading museums in the Netherlands (a.o. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Van Abbe Museum).

Sociology - Politics, Policy and Society in Comparative Perspective
Translate important societal questions from both micro (e.g., voters) and macro (e.g., political institution) perspectives into sociological problems related to politics, social cohesion, and inequality. In the Master's track Politics, Policy and Society in Comparative Perspective you study issues such as populism, social movements, and the welfare state.

Power, Publics and Engagement
If you're interested in a critical approach to the main contemporary forms of power, from capitalism to whiteness, and from patriarchy to coloniality, this master's programme Power, Publics and Engagement from Erasmus University Rotterdam is for you.

Sustainability Transitions
The Sustainability Transitions degree from Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences is for future change-makers who want to drive systemic change in business, policy, and society through applied research and transition thinking.