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519 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Netherlands

Development and Socialisation in Childhood and Adolescence
The Master’s programme in Development and Socialisation in Childhood and Adolescence at Utrecht University focuses on both normal and abnormal development processes. Explicit attention is given to the study of interventions and risk factors in children’s and adolescent’s cognitive and social-emotional development and adjustment.
Economics and Strategy in Emerging Markets
Explore emerging markets, their challenges and opportunities. Gain tools for sustainable solutions, economic analysis, and business strategy. Through theory and real cases, prepare for a successful global career in business, policy, and development with this Economics and Strategy in Emerging Markets programme from Maastricht University.
Global and Comparative Philosophy
This Global and Comparative Philosophy MA programme at Leiden University is unique in Europe. It offers comparative perspectives from around the world that will enable you to be part of the next generation of thinkers, someone studying and shaping philosophy for a globalised 21st century.

Human Resource Studies
Become a human resources expert, specialized in the relationship between work, well-being, and performance. With the Human Resource Studies program at Tilburg University you learn to combine insights from social sciences and business studies into HR-policies and practices that improve individual, team, and ultimately organizational performance in a sustainable way.
Philosophy and Economics
The Philosophy and Economics Research Master at Erasmus University Rotterdam aims to prepare students for an academic career in the area of philosophy and economics, as well as to provide unique skills for careers in the private and public sector.
Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience - Drug Development and Neurohealth
Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience - Drug Development and Neurohealth from Maastricht University provides a theoretical background and practical experience in pharmaceutical drug research & development, medicinal nutrition and personalised healthcare.
Political Science - Political Theory
The Political Science - Political Theory programme of the University of Amsterdam will teach you political theory and applied philosophy in a theoretical, practical and analytical way. You are challenged to critically analyse and reflect on current political contexts and social and political thought.

Econometrics - Econometrics and Mathematical Economics
The Econometrics - Econometrics and Mathematical Economics programme at University of Amsterdam lets you you focus on the complex analyses governing today's economic markets. This is one of the tracks you can opt for in our Master's in Econometrics.

Cultural Anthropology - Sociocultural Transformation
The Cultural Anthropology - Sociocultural Transformation programme at Utrecht University will provide you with the knowledge and skills to address these issues through high-calibre research.
Strategic Studies and Diplomatic Sciences
The International Business School, The Hague (I.B.S.H.) Netherlands offers a Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy.

Forensics, Criminology and Law
At Forensics, Criminology and Law from Maastricht University you will dive into the world of forensic psychology, accounting and medicine, and will continuously analyse these disciplines in relation to the law.
Physics and Science Communication and Society
The Physics and Science Communication and Society MSc programme at Leiden University focuses on the interaction between science and society.
Psychology
Are you looking for a solid Master's programme that combines the academic rigor of classical psychology with a practical, 21st-century approach that will make you a future-proof psychologist? If so, then the programme in Psychology at University of Twente (UT) is the right choice for you.

Economics - International Finance and Trade
The Economics - International Finance and Trade programme at University of Amsterdam offers a fascinating analysis of current developments in the global economy. This is one of the tracks you can opt for in our Master's in Economics.
Heritage, Memory and Archaeology (Archaeology)
The innovative interdisciplinary two-year Heritage, Memory and Archaeology (Archaeology) programme of the University of Amsterdam explores the ways in which we deal with tangible and intangible remnants and narratives of the past, as well as the remaking of the past into heritage, memory and material culture in the present.

Economics - Development Economics
The Economics - Development Economics programme of the University of Amsterdam centres on the drivers and consequences of poverty in developing countries, focusing on evaluating policies and programmes designed to address these issues.

International Communication
Are you interested in International Brand Management, Corporate Communication, or Crisis Communication? If you want to become an all-round expert in these areas, then the Master of International Communication (MA) programme from Hanze University of Applied Sciences, Groningen could be the perfect fit for you.
International Relations and Diplomacy
The International Relations and Diplomacy MSc programme at Leiden University offers you a unique blend of academic education in international relations and political science with practical graduate education and training in international negotiation and diplomacy.

Health Psychology
On the Health Psychology programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam you will be equipped with scientific knowledge and practical experience in behaviour change methods and technologies, ready to make a real impact on health-related societal challenges.
Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience - Cognitive Neuroscience
Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience from Maastricht University provides six top training tracks in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience for students aiming to become high-level researchers in academia, or envisioning a career in industrial, governmental, clinical, or other work environments.