Master Programs in Netherlands 2025

Become a sustainable technology pioneer who develops and implements novel, sustainable energy technologies and transitions that are needed in tomorrow’s world. With an ever-growing global population and the energy demands of industries and consumers rising higher than ever before in history, we are rapidly depleting earth’s non-renewable energy resources (oil, gas and coal), and moving to a problematic change of climate.

Develop a holistic view of sustainability and become a driving force behind sustainable transformation processes.

The Master of Materials & Energy Transition focuses on engineering solutions for the energy transition and the circular economy. You learn to implement these technologies and make an impact as a professional. This master lets you explore the problems in the unsustainable use of materials and energy. You also discover engineering solutions to these problems, such as bioplastics, heat pumps, photovoltaics, data-driven technologies, and more.

Master of Science in Gamified Reality Applications for Real-world Challenges and Experiences (GRACE). The development of XR applications in simulated or real environments for training, therapy, educational, or entertainment purposes has increased significantly. This specialized Joint Master program combines aspects of gamification, didactics, and game technologies and enables students to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges and improve the quality of life in various areas of society.

The Master of Arts in Management programme is for managers who wish to pursue studies at a higher level by adding a specialisation. Students build on their knowledge from the work environment and previous learning, whilst developing a critical theoretical perspective which will inform their own developing Management practice.

Dubbed the hottest job of the 21st century, data scientists are some of the most wanted professionals in today’s labor market. According to Glassdoor, data science is the number one job considering demand, salary, and job satisfaction. In Amsterdam, the average entry-level data scientist salary is 47,422 EUR. We help you prepare for the world’s hottest job by developing your technical and interpersonal skills and connecting you with employers in the Amsterdam metropolitan area.

The MA in Middle Eastern Studies focuses on modern and current themes while offering intensive study progress supervision. We also provide a Master's program and/or placement abroad to the students who are interested. The program emphasizes current developments in the Middle East. You will study four core themes: history, politics, culture, and religion. There are three specializations in the first semester: Conflict, International Organizations, and Research Seminar.

In Media & Communication dive into the captivating realm of media studies with our Master's program! Whether you're passionate about journalism, advertising, social media, business, or public relations, we're here to explore it all. Let's uncover how media shapes our perceptions, interactions, and society.

The English-taught Master’s program River Delta Development is a unique joint degree offered by three universities of applied sciences with complementing expertise in the field of water: HZ University of Applied Sciences (coastal regions), Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (river systems), and Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (urban water).

This two-year master’s programme provides you with a thorough introduction to the general philosophy and methodology of statistical modelling, data analysis and data science, with a focus on applications in the life and behavioural sciences. How can we model the spread of a virus? How do global events affect people's wellbeing? How effective is a vaccine? What is the uncertainty of that estimate? These are pertinent questions in today's society that you can answer with statistics, but the applications are much broader than that: How does your phone recognize your face? How can an algorithm better diagnose cancer than a doctor? How can you draw conclusions from the expression of thousands of genes? A formal education in Statistics & Data Science will equip you with the skills to answer complicated questions like these, both in industry and academia.

The MasterPlus programme provides you with additional expertise in the fields of Photonics and Optics. With this programme you are prepared to help improve our everyday lives and solve big problems, from revolutionising healthcare and safety to shaping renewable energy and more. 

This programme is for marketers who would like to advance their career with a master's in Marketing and Data Intelligence. Students can learn how to use data to make business decisions and deepen their knowledge of data analysis and apply research-driven insights to complex marketing challenges.

Do you look at a mountain of data and see an ocean of opportunity? Can you look at innovation from both a technical and commercial point of view? And can you see yourself using data and new technologies to create smart service innovations? Then you should consider getting a master’s in Business Intelligence and Smart Services. You’ll study service design, business intelligence, and business analytics, directly applying the knowledge you gain to a real-life company project. When you graduate, you'll have a wide variety of career options available to you. You could work, for instance, as a service designer, business intelligence consultant, or big data architect. The types of organizations you could end up working in are equally varied, as companies, governments, and research organizations are all looking for people like you.

Cities and urban regions are breeding grounds for innovation and economic growth. However, continuous urban growth can lead to several challenges and differences, and an increasingly global economy has both winners and losers. So how do different people use and experience a diversity of spaces within cities? And how can we explain that some regions grow, while others decline?

The GRACE Master’s Programme equips you with the expertise to design and implement cutting-edge solutions using Extended Reality (XR) and gamification. This integrates creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship to prepare you for high-demand careers in industries like healthcare, education, etc.