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Psychology - Cultural Psychology
The Psychology - Cultural Psychology programme of the University of Amsterdam combines approaches from cultural and cross-cultural psychology and deals with three central issues: how does culture shape our psychological functioning, the consequences of cultural similarities and/or differences and design and evaluate interventions and programs that are culturally sensitive.
Genomics in Society
The Research Master Genomics in Society at Erasmus University Rotterdam trains the next generation of genomics researchers to navigate the intersection of science and society. You will develop skills to critically engage with the ethical, social, and policy facets of new technologies. You will contribute to responsible innovation and help shape the future of genomics for positive societal impact.
Sociology - Contemporary Social Problems
What is the “right” amount of policing? Can we sustain our healthcare system with a shrinking, aeging population? Under which conditions is it acceptable to enact censorship on social media? These are the type of questions we will tackle in the Sociology - Contemporary Social Problems programme at Utrecht University.
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.
Music Therapy
With the Master of Music Therapy at the ArtEZ University of the Arts you learn how to substantiate and demonstrate the effects of your music therapy through research.

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.

Political Science - Global Political Economy
In a world where new economic powers are reshaping global hierarchies, geopolitical tensions intensify by the day. Master the analytical tools to decode how shifting economic power balances influence everything, from global supply chains to trade wars, from climate diplomacy to green investments. Understand what happens in the global economy beyond the surface and understand why and who benefits.

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.
Governance of Crisis
At the Governance of Crisis MSc programme offered at Leiden University you will be familiarized with the main body of knowledge on strategic crisis management.
Religion, Law, and Society
This Theology and Religious Studies MA programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on different professional fields, and you can choose between four different tracks, including Religion, Law, and Society.
Economics (Research)
The Economics (Research) programme of the University of Amsterdam is offered in partnership with the Tinbergen Institute and is a research master program in economics, econometrics and finance with the prospect of PhD opportunities under the supervision of our research fellows.

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.
Child and Adolescent Psychology
The Child and Adolescent Psychology MSc programme at Leiden University offers intensive studies in developmental psychopathology.
Southeast Asian Studies
The Southeast Asian Studies MA programme at Leiden University explores Southeast Asia in-depth and from the perspective of its history, literature, media, culture, religions, philosophy or philology.
International Development Economics
In the International Development Economics double degree from University of Groningen with the University of Göttingen, Germany, you will obtain specialised knowledge of international markets and the global interconnections between national economies.

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.

Science in Society
Are you concerned about what is going on in the world? Do you have an interest in people, policies, science and society? In this Science in Society programme from Radboud University, you study the relevance of science in society using theoretical principles and practical examples.

Economics - Financial Economics
Combine practical financial management with economic analysis of the markets you invest in. You will address pressing issues such as problems in the Eurozone, international financial supervision, microfinance, bank runs and systemic risk, and the taxation of financial institutions. This is a track of MSc Economics.
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.