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Social and Economic Psychology (research)
The Social and Economic Psychology (research) MSc programme at Leiden University offers in-depth knowledge of a broad range of theories and research domains in this area, all concerning the way people’s social environment influences thoughts, feelings, and behaviour.

Youth Development and Social Change
Youth Development and Social Change program from Utrecht University will prepare you for a career in the field of youth research, youth care and youth policy.
Communication and Information Studies - Dialogue, Health and Society
The Communication and Information Studies - Dialogue, Health and Society programme offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam helps you discover the fundamental role of language in health communication.

Economics of Sustainability
The Economics of Sustainability programme at Wageningen University and Research focuses on the interactions between economic actors and the natural environment. You are trained as a quantitative economist who is able to analyze real-world problems in food systems, natural resources and the living environment, and to provide economic solutions that promote transitions to a sustainable future.
Economics and Economic Analysis
At University of Groningen, in this Economics and Economic Analysis double degree master with Universidad de Chile in Santiago, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of the economies, economic policies, strategies, theories and practices of Europe and Latin America.

Econometrics - Econometrics and Policy Analysis
The Econometrics - Econometrics and Policy Analysis programme at University of Amsterdam will focus on the process of policy analysis from cause to effect, by using observational data and discussing (policy) implications of empirical research based on the latest econometric techniques.
Archaeology - Digital Archaeology and Heritage
The Archaeology - Digital Archaeology and Heritage programme is offered jointly by two universities. The University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam have combined their expertise in the fields of Archaeology, Ancient History and Classics in the Amsterdam Centre for Ancient Studies and Archaeology (ACASA).

Economics
The Economics MSc programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam seeks answers to these questions by exploring modern economic theory, data analysis and real-life case studies.

Economics - Accounting and Control
Gain the skills and knowledge required to become a professional in the domains of auditing, accountancy, controlling and financial management and consulting.
European Policy (European Studies)
The European Policy (European Studies) programme of the University of Amsterdam offers a unique combination of humanities and social sciences approaches to understanding and analysing the ways in which the European Union is governed and how EU policy is addressing the challenges contemporary Europe is facing.
Peace, Justice and Development (Advanced LL.M.)
How are war and justice regulated in times of international turmoil? How can the international community develop effective governance mechanisms, including law, to better honour peace as a fundamental human right? Apply to the Peace, Justice and Development (Advanced LL.M.) LLM programme at Leiden University.

Public Governance and Strategy
The leaders of today and tomorrow face immense challenges, such as climate change and energy transition, refugee crises, transnational organized crime and declining social cohesion. This program focuses on the governance of societal transformations. Tilburg University offers the Public Governance and Strategy programme.
Comparative Cultural Analysis (Arts and Culture)
In the Comparative Cultural Analysis (Arts and Culture) programme of the University of Amsterdam you will explore 'culture' in the broadest sense - from art, film and new media, to popular culture and social movements - in relation to contemporary issues such as globalisation, technology and social and cultural conflicts and identities.
ICT in the Public Sector
At this ICT in the Public Sector MSc programme at Leiden University you will get a better understanding of ICT in the Public Sector and its impact on governance.
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.
Psychology - Health and Social Psychology
Psychology - Health and Social Psychology from Maastricht University focuses on understanding how people’s personalities, cognitions and social environment influence their health and social functioning.
European Studies
The University of Groningen's European Studies MA program offers an in-depth exploration of European integration, politics, and culture. Join a prestigious institution renowned for its expertise in European studies and gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of the European Union and its member states.
Democracy and Representation
Does democracy still work? How does political representation function in times of fragmentation, populism and polarization? In this Democracy and Representation programme at Leiden University, you will study the challenges that established and new democracies face.

Education and Child Studies
The Education and Child Studies course offered by Leiden University is an academic programme that focuses on the link between theory, research and practice. Students are taught to seek evidence based solutions to problems occurring in child rearing and education.

Economics - Monetary Policy and Banking
In the Economics - Monetary Policy and Banking programme of the University of Amsterdam you will get an understanding of how monetary policy and financial institutions affect economic performance. But also on how economic models can be used in the current policy debate.