Choose your Human Geography master

Are you interested in studying Human Geography at Utrecht 木瓜福利影视, but not sure which master's programme is the best fit for you? We are here to help you compare both programmes.

  • Urban and Economic Geography

    In the Urban and Economic programme you will study urban regions and their economic developments from various academic perspectives and thematic angles. You will find possible solutions for contemporary and upcoming challenges of cities.

  • Global Urban Transformations

    In the research Master's programme Global Urban Transformations you will immerse in the social, spatial, ecological and economic transformations of cities and urban regions.

Specifications

Urban and Economic Geography (UEG)Global Urban Transformations (GUT)
DegreeHuman Geography (MSc)Human Geography and Planning (research) (MSc)
DescriptionBecome an expert in developing, planning and governing cities that are designed to ensure global transformations. You will learn about the benefits of urbanisation, as well the affects that it has on social structures, citizens and businesses.
TypeMasterResearch Master
Duration1 year2 years
Credits60 ECTS120 ECTS
LanguageEnglishEnglish
ModeFull-timeFull-time
First year intake60-70 students20-25 students
Pre-masterYesNo
Specialisations
  • Urban Geography
  • Economic Geography
Choose your own thesis topic
Thesis weight25 ECTS40 ECTS
ElectivesYesYes
Scope

Focus on themes and current events in the Netherlands, as well as the field work in Europe. Gain a better understanding on smaller and local projects.

Focus on metropolises and bigger processes that are going on around the world, such as climate change, the housing market and migration, plus (complex) field work abroad.

Field trips or visitsYesYes
ThesisThesis and research internshipThesis abroad and scientific publication
Career prospectsProject manager, policy officer or researcherResearcher / PhD student
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