Masters Degrees in Sociology - General, Netherlands

Eager to study complex societal changes in the Netherlands? Study a master in Sociology in the vibrant and dynamic environment of the city of Rotterdam! … Read more

The Master's programme in Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology at Leiden University is specifically geared towards ethnographic research. Read more

What impact did the recent economic crisis have on individuals' living and working conditions, on individuals' study and career choices, on social inequalities… Read more

The MA specialisation Modern Political Culture critically explores modern and contemporary politics. You will study the relationship between political ideas, discourses, and practices in their broader cultural and social contexts. Read more

Are you a socially conscious, critical thinker? Are you interested in politics and technology? And does the connection between innovation and society intrigue… Read more

The 2-year research Master CAST (Cultures of Arts, Science and Technology) is a broad, interdisciplinary programme that starts from the claim that studying the roles of the arts, science and technology is indispensable for understanding modern cultures. Read more

Contemporary Literature and Arts   grapple with the ethical challenges of our times. In their emphasis on inexhaustible meaning and play, they create spaces for the exploration of injustices and the expression of marginalised identities. Read more

Do you have a passion for research and work in the field of globalisation and development, rooted in undergraduate studies or experience in the field? Are… Read more

Focusing on the interface of theories of the good society, globalisation, legitimacy and power. Political theory is the soul of political science: it’s not about determining what the facts are but about determining what they mean and what  should  be done with them. Read more

Are you considering a research career in an academic or an applied setting? Do you want to specialize within the field of behavioural and social sciences and receive a multidisciplinary training? As a research master student you choose one of our three multidisciplinary themes. Read more

This inspiring master’s programme is filled to the brim with ideas for the future, co-creation, and health management. Through an interdisciplinary vision, you are given insight into the best ways to age gracefully and stay healthy. Read more

This programme focuses on how the interests and visions of diverse stakeholders shape, and in turn get shaped by, urban planning and policies. Read more

Use big data to tackle society’s biggest challenges How do communities bounce back after tragic events like the COVID-19 pandemic? What role do social media play in political polarisation? How can analysing data help us find solutions? And what are the ethical concerns in mining data? These are big questions that require big answers. Read more

Law and Society: Governance and Global Development (MSc) is a one-year master’s degree at the internationally renowned Leiden Law School of Leiden University. Read more

Do you want to help minimise the global impact of epidemic diseases or illnesses that spread after a natural disaster? Or are you driven to address the worldwide inequities in access to healthcare? Then Global Health could be just the programme for you. Read more