119 Best Social Sciences in Netherlands for 2025

Find the most comprehensive list of top Social Sciences in Netherlands for 2025. Our selection is tailored to help you excel in your chosen field with the best educational institutions.

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LLB in European Law School

Maastricht University, Faculty of Law

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Netherlands

International Relations, Law

Bachelor of Law (LLB)

The European Law School (ELS) bachelor's program combines courses in European law with courses on comparative law and deals with the legal systems of some of the major EU Member States. The ELS program is taught completely in English by expert staff members.

English

3 Years

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LLM International and European Union Law

Erasmus School of Law - Erasmus University Rotterdam

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Netherlands

International Relations, Law

Masters of Laws (LLM)

A choice for International and European Union Law at Erasmus University in Rotterdam is a choice for our small-scale education form and international and European legal perspective. Below you can read the main reasons why other International and European Union Law students preceded you.

English

1 Year

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Bachelor in International Communication Management (BA) - full-time

The Hague University of Applied Sciences - Undergraduate Programmes

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Netherlands

International Relations, Communication, Marketing

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

An international communication manager works in a global environment with colleagues, customers and competitors from multiple cultures and languages. Communication professionals design and shape the messages of organisations. Not just during crisis situations where every second count, but also in achieving commercial aims through advertising or public relations.

English

3 Years

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Food Law and Regulatory Affairs Specialisation (Distance/Campus)

Wageningen University and Research

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Online

Netherlands

Public Policy, Law

Master's Degree

This programme provides you with a solid legal foundation to key issues in food safety and food regulation, as well as trade, consumer and intellectual property rights law. Within the MSc Food Safety (MFS), the Master's Food Law and Regulatory Affairs offers an in-person, online and hybrid programme for the Academic year 2022/23. This means you can participate in the programme fully online, on campus or through a combination.

English

2 Years

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International Master’s in Advanced Research in Criminology (IMARC)

The International Master’s in Advanced Research in Criminology

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Netherlands

International Relations, Law, Criminology, Criminal Justice

Master's Degree

IMARC is a 2-year interdisciplinary research program in international criminology offered by two universities, focusing on the critical, cultural, and global dimensions of border crossing, security, and social justice. IMARC aims to address the need for internationally oriented and interdisciplinary trained researchers who can offer original insights and analyses as well as innovative, effective, and ethical solutions to advance both policy and practice and academic research.

English

2 Years

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MA in Psychology, Emphasis in Counseling Psychology

Webster Leiden Campus

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Netherlands

Psychology, Counseling Psychology

Master of Arts (MA)

The mission of the MA in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling Psychology program is to provide its participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become competent in counseling psychology through academic and experiential learning. The program aims at educating future psychologists who have sound knowledge of the theory and practice of counseling psychology, who are competent consumers and creative producers of social science research, who are competent in counseling practice, and who are ethical and sensitive to the cultures, values, and worlds of various clients.

English

2 Years

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Research Master in Health Sciences - Specialization in Health Economic Analysis

Erasmus MC Netherlands Institute for Health Sciences - Erasmus University Rotterdam

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Netherlands

Economics, Public Health, Health Sciences

Master's Degree

The Research Master program in Health Sciences aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of methods in either clinical or public health research. Specializations include clinical epidemiology, epidemiology, public health epidemiology, genetic and molecular epidemiology, and health economic analysis.

English

2 Years

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Online Bachelor in International Relations and Global Affairs

The Euler-Franeker Memorial University

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Online

Curaçao, Netherlands

Political Science, International Relations

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

EULER, in cooperation with EUCLID, an intergovernmental treaty-based organization with a university mandate, offers to select students from the general public its flagship external (distance or online) degree program called the EULER Online Bachelor of Science in International Relations and Global Development.

English

3 Years

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Bachelor in Digital Society

Maastricht University, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

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Netherlands

Communication, Social Sciences, IT & Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree

Digital Society is a new bachelor's programme that will address current and imminent transformations induced by digital technologies in domains including the arts and cultural production, politics and governance, healthcare and science, education, the economy and communication.

English

3 Years

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PhD in Communication Studies

United School for Liberal Studies

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Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Japan, Netherlands, Italy

Communication, Journalism

PhDs (Doctor of Philosophy)

Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Ph.D.) in Communication Studies degree awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.

English

2 Years

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LLM in European Law School

Maastricht University, Faculty of Law

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Netherlands

International Relations, Law

Masters of Laws (LLM)

The European Union has had a significant impact on the legal profession. To be a successful lawyer in an integrated Europe, you'll have to be familiar with both European law and the national legal systems of the main European countries.

English

1 Year

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LLM Commercial and Company Law

Erasmus School of Law - Erasmus University Rotterdam

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Netherlands

Law

Masters of Laws (LLM)

A choice for Commercial and Company Law at Erasmus University in Rotterdam is a choice for our practice-oriented education and the environment. Below you can read the main reasons why other Commercial and Company Law students preceded you.

English

1 Year

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Communication bachelor

Christian University of Applied Sciences

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Netherlands

Communication, Journalism

Bachelor's Degree

Are you the kind of person who doesn't zap away during the commercials? Because you want to know how brands convey a message. Or would you like to develop campaigns, write blogs or organize a cool event?

Master Human Development

Schouten & Nelissen University of Applied Sciences

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Netherlands

Psychology, Social Sciences, Education

Master's Degree

The Master Human Development is a broad program consisting of various specializations. With the various modules, this training is interesting for managers, HRM or HRD professionals and organizational advisers.

English Master Degree Islamic Spiritual Care (ENG)

Islamic University Of Rotterdam

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Netherlands

Social Work, Counseling Psychology

Master's Degree

The Master program ‘Islamic Spiritual Care’ is a pioneering program we offer in the Netherlands at the Islamic University of Rotterdam.

Care Ethics and Policy

University Of Humanistic Studies

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Netherlands

Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Administration

Master's Degree

How do people care for each other here? Anyone who asks themselves this question will soon encounter challenging (political) ethical issues that play a role in our society. From questions about market forces and human dignity, to questions about technological progress and social inequality - everything is sharpened by the healthcare perspective.

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MA in International Relations

Webster Leiden Campus

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Netherlands

Political Science, International Relations

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master of Arts (MA) in International Relations enables students to analyze the complexities and processes involved in world politics and international affairs. The degree coursework provides a thorough exposure to the key subfields of the discipline and relevant issues such as globalization, human rights, humanitarian action, and economic development. The program can help prepare students to compete for work in governmental agencies, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, or multinational corporations. This program is also recommended to students planning to pursue a Ph.D. or an academic career at another institution.

English

1 Year 2 Months

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Analysing Disrupted Health Systems in Countries in Crisis (ADHS)

Royal Tropical Institute (KIT)

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Netherlands

International Relations, Health Administration, Public Health, Medicine, Emergency & Disaster Management

Courses

This 10-day residential training programme for health professionals focuses on the analysis of health systems in countries affected by, or recovering from, protracted crisis. It is organised jointly with the World Health Organisation (WHO).

MSc Health, Ageing and Society

Leiden University

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Netherlands

Gerontology, Health Sciences, Social Sciences

Master of Science (MSc)

‘Health, Ageing and Society’ is the new name for the Master’s Vitality and Ageing. We are ready for change – are you?! The name reflects the broad contents of the study and it better reflects what the programme stands for. Approximately 150 students have graduated since the start of the programme in 2016. Will you be next?! In the coming months, we will be updating our website. We have already added some new videos and the new yearbook (2022-‘23). Also, copies of the three main course books will be available soon. We hope you enjoy reading and watching, and hope to see you at one of our information activities! 

English

1 Year

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Master in Global Studies

United School for Liberal Studies

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Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Japan, Netherlands, Italy

Political Science, International Relations

Master of Arts (MA)

Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Master in Global Studies degree awarded by the school's main campus in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned, and upon the recommendation of the school's Academic Council.

English

9 Months

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Social Sciences, Netherlands

Social Sciences encompass a wide range of disciplines that study human behavior and society, including sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, and political science. Students in this field explore complex social issues, cultural dynamics, and societal structures to gain a deeper understanding of human interactions and societal phenomena.

Education in the Netherlands is known for its high quality and innovative approach. The country offers a wide range of Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD programs in various fields, with many institutions providing courses in English. Students benefit from a multicultural environment, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on research and practical learning.