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MA/MS in Societal Transitions

Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands•World Rank #104

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MA/MS in Societal Transitions is a master's degree in Social Sciences & Education programme offered by Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students. The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Social Sciences & Education
Duration: 1 year
Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed June 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Master Societal Transitions equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, interpret and work on complex societal transitions.

It is transdisciplinary, integrating knowledge from various disciplines – including philosophy, ecology, and law - and practice. Herein, it focuses especially on the socio-economic and institutional dimensions of societal transitions: the role of power, agency, culture, beliefs, values and social movements, in areas such as energy, food, care, mobility and construction.

About Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam

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Type: University
Control: Public
Founded: 1913
World rank: #104
Programs: 58
Location: Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Societal Transitions award?

Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam awards a Master's Degree in the field of Social Sciences & Education on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Societal Transitions take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does MA/MS in Societal Transitions cost?

Tuition is EUR 2,694 per year for local students.

What language is MA/MS in Societal Transitions taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Societal Transitions start?

The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

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