Sociology: Social Problems and Social Policy
Universiteit van Amsterdam

Deze opleiding
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locatieAmsterdam |
diplomaMSc |
typeregulier, 60 EC |
start1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code66601 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
The distinctive qualities of the programme are in its combining of constructionist perspectives with applied, case-oriented approaches to evaluate policy effectiveness. In linking these two approaches, the course enables you to develop critically incisive yet practical and applied insights into a range of contemporary problems and policy approaches. More specialised courses include those focusing on pertinent themes of active citizenship or vulnerable groups, alongside a more comparative approach to European welfare states, industrial relations and labour market policies.
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
research, tutorial, working group, self study, projectToelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 1 juni 2020
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelatingseisen
aanvullende vakeisen
All applicants are expected to have a solid basis in the field of sociological theory and social sciences research methodology, evenly distributed across (an equivalent of) 30 ECTS at least, earned during previous study.
cijferlijst
All applicants are required to submit official and final transcripts of each higher education institute attended, listing all courses and examinations already completed and currently enrolled in, and grades and credits obtained.
basiskennis
Applicants are expected to have a solid basis in the field of sociological theory (or the equivalent) of at least 30 ECTS, earned during previous education. At least (an equivalent of) 6 EC of sociological theory is expected to be taken in the field of social policy and social problems.
taaltoets
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 or who have obtained their Bachelor's degree in countries other than the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland or New Zealand are required to submit an English test score that meets specific requirements. Inability to do so will disqualify you from enrollment.
For more information, please visit our website.
vooropleiding
- Students who have obtained a Bachelor's degree in Sociology can be admitted to the programme, provided that they have completed 6 EC in the field of social policy and social problems.
- Students with an academic Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a social sciences discipline closely related to the programme (including economics and psychology) are invited to apply, provided that they meet the entry requirements as specified.
- International diplomas are evaluated on the basis of advice from professional diploma evaluators. The minimum level of the diploma should be equivalent to three years of Dutch university education.
- Candidates with a related but slightly less optimal academic bachelor's degree may be admitted provided they complete a preparatory semester in social sciences and/or an intensive research methodology module first.
For more information on application and admission, please visit our website.
motivatiebrief
All applicants are required to submit a statement of motivation.
estimated monthly costs
bedrag | kostenpost | ||
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€ | 424 | kamerhuur in Amsterdamboven landelijk gemiddelde | |
€ | 22 | internet+tv | |
€ | 152 | boodschappen/kostgeld | |
€ | 32 | telefoon | |
€ | 117 | verzekeringen | |
€ | 172 | collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar | |
€ | 80 | studieboeken en -spullen | |
€ | 29 | drinken/snoep/snacks | |
€ | 77 | uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen | |
€ | 30 | contributies/abonnementen | |
€ | 132 | vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie | |
€ | 42 | vervoernaast de OV-kaart | |
€ | 45 | overig | |
€ | 1292 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 |
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
148 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
68% | daarvan is vrouw |
38 | eerstejaars gestart in 2017 |
68% | daarvan is vrouw |
32588 | studenten aan de Universiteit van Amsterdam |
55% | daarvan is vrouw |
Op kamers in Amsterdam
115129 | studenten studerend |
47168 | studenten woonachtig |
€ 424 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
kamer betaalbaarheid | |
21 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
kamer beschikbaarheid |
Keuzehulp

Studievergelijker
Social Problems and Social Policy
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Sociology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Gender, Sexuality and Society
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Cultural Sociology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Urban Sociology
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Migration and Ethnic Studies
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Comparative Organisation and Labour Studies
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
38 eerstejaars |
68% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Sociology
€ 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Sociologie
€ 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Nederlandstalig 100% Engelstalig |
Sociologie
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
3 eerstejaars |
66% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
90% Nederlandstalig 10% Engelstalig |
Sociologie
star Keuzegids topopleiding 2015 Elsevier Keuzegids topopleiding 2017 Keuzegids beste opleiding 2017 1e |
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
? eerstejaars |
NAN% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Nederlandstalig |
Contemporary Social Problems
€ 336 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
5 eerstejaars |
100% vrouw |
? uur contacttijd/week |
100% Engelstalig |
Feiten en / studie in cijfers
studentoordelen
deze opleiding | landelijk | |
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algemeen oordeel | 4.0 | 4.1 |
inhoud | 3.7 | 3.8 |
docenten | 3.9 | 3.9 |
studiefaciliteiten | 3.0 | 3.2 |
studielast | 3.4 | 3.3 |
studiebegeleiding | 3.2 | 3.5 |
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Sociology: Social Problems and Social Policy aan de Universiteit van Amsterdam is beoordeeld door 54 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 4.0 uit 5.
Na de studie

Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
This programme is unique in that it focuses on social policy at both the local executive level and the level of evidence-based policy making and policy design. It is expected that there will be an increasing demand for graduates and professionals who are able to combine these complementary perspectives.
- Specific career examples from alumni of the Social Problems and Social Policy programme are:
- Managing Director and Chairwoman, Code-X International (NGO)
- Policy advisor at Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sports (central government)
- Policy Advisor for Zorg en Zekerheid (health insurance organisation)
- Researcher for private research institute in Berlin
- PhD student at University of Newcastle, UK.
The programme gives students a good basis to pursue their studies at the PhD level. Students with an excellent academic record will be encouraged to complete their Master's studies with the development of a proposal for PhD study at the University of Amsterdam.
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UU | Leraar VHO godsdienst/levensbeschouwing full-time,part-time educational | + aanv. eisen |
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Amsterdam UVA | Lerarenopleiding Godsdienst en levensbeschouwing educational | + aanv. eisen |
Amsterdam UVA | Lerarenopleiding Maatschappijleer educational | geen aanvullende eisen |
Amsterdam UVA | Lerarenopleiding Maatschappijleer part-time educational | + aanv. eisen |