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Human Geography – (M.Sc.)
University of Amsterdam
Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: March (non-EEA: March). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,771 ≈ € 12,000 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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Human Geography analyses the way humans use and understand the world, the spatial differentiation and organisation of human activity and its interrelationships with the physical environment.
Human Geography analyses the way humans use and understand the world, the spatial differentiation and organisation of human activity and its interrelationships with the physical environment. Relevant developments are globalisation and regionalism, migration and mobility, urbanisation and urban problems, rebalancing of natural resources and sustainable development. In modern times, space is playing an increasingly important role. It does not only force us to rethink the current use of space and develop plans for the future, it also leads to conflicts. This programme is intended for students who wish to explore social phenomena on various scales - global, national, or local - from a socio-spatial perspective. The programme includes relevant academic research methods and techniques, and it offers students the opportunity to advance the knowledge of geographical information systems.
Contents
The programme consists of three compulsory courses:
- Geographical theories an geography in society
(6 EC) - Geographical research methods & GIS (9 EC)
- Literature course (3 EC)
Students have to choose one course out of two:
- Social challenges in cities (6 EC)
- Territories, identities and conflict in a changing world order (6 EC)
Students have to choose two out of three courses:
- Globalisation, cities, network (6 EC)
- Governance of commons, resources and environmental conflict (6 EC)
- Development geography (6 EC)
The programme is completed with:
- Master thesis project (24 EC)
Fulfilling all of the requirements will normally take 12 months. Upon successful completion of the programme, the student will receive a Master’s degree in Human Geography and the title Master of Science (MSc).
Thesis
Students complete the Master's programme Human Geography with a masterthesis to demonstrate their knowledge of different geographical theories and research skills. The topics should be related to the geographical specialisation courses the University of Amsterdam offers. For the thesis, fieldwork can be carried out abroad.
Language
The whole programme is in English language, although Dutch students have the right to do their exams in Dutch language since this programme is Dutch accredited.
Degree requirements
The MSc in Human Geography is awarded upon completion of 60 ECTS credits, including all required courses in the curriculum and a written Master's thesis, which is based on an independent research project.
Detailed course information
The complete description of all courses in this programme can be found in the online UvA Course Catalogue.
Please note that the programme as decribed in the UvA Course Catalogue is that of 2011-2012 and subject to change. The programme for 2012-2013 will be online in the Course Catalogue as of May 2012.
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Requirements
Additional subject: Applicants should have a solid basis in social science research methodology reflected by the completion of at least (an equivalent of) 20 ECTS during previous study.
Previous education: The Master's programme in Human Geography seeks students with an academic Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Human Geography (Sociale Geografie), or in another social science discipline related to the programme. All applicants are expected to have a solid basis in the field of human geography studies with at least (an equivalent of) 30 ECTS earned during previous studies.
Language test: All non-native speakers of English (including Dutch students) applying to one of the English-taught programmes offered by the Graduate School of Social Sciences, are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. All students must be able to read textbooks, understand lectures, take part in classroom discussions and undertake written work in English. Applicants who are nationals of countries other than the Netherlands, the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland or New Zealand are required to submit an English test score or Dutch (NT2) test score that meets specific requirements. Inability to do so will prevent enrolment.
Additional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 575
- TOEFL computer based: 232
- TOEFL internet based: 90
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 575 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 232 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
The University of Amsterdam:
The University of Amsterdam provides a limited number of full and partial scholarships for excellent students from outside the European Economic Area. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships have specifically been designed to offer talented, ambitious and dedicated students the opportunity to pursue a Mast
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