DDM Demography and Social Inequality
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Deze opleiding
| locatieGroningen |
| diplomaMSc |
| typedouble degree, 120 EC |
| start1 september |
| taalvolledig English |
| opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code60658 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursnee |
The Double Master's Programme in Demography and Social Inequality gives first-class students the opportunity to benefit from the outstanding expertise of two top-ranking universities. Participants of the programme spend one year studying at each university and graduate with two master's degrees: a Master of Sciences in Sociology and Social Research issued by the University of Cologne and a Master of Science in Population Studies issued by the University of Groningen in the Netherlands.
The international master's programme focuses on demographic change, population dynamics and the challenges faced by modern societies due to increasing life expectancy, decreasing birth rates and migration. Students will learn to apply advanced social research methods and data analysis, providing necessary tools to deal with current issues such as ageing, social inequality, family, integration and education, among others. Students will have the possibility of acquiring in-depth knowledge of these topics and developing interdisciplinary research skills.
For Dutch students, DAAD scholarships are available for the first year in Germany, see: https://bit.ly/duitsland-beurzen
Master Open Day
Interested in learning more? The next Master Open Day is on Thursday 21 March. Sign up for the presentation via the Master's Week webpage (sign up opens on 1 March).
Waarom aan de University of Groningen?
Studieprogramma
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Analysis of Cross-Section Data | 9 EC | ||||||||
Special Methods of Analysis | 9 EC | ||||||||
Sociological Theories, or Social Structure and Social Inequality, or Comparative Social Research | 6 EC | ||||||||
Markets, Institutions, Organisations | 6 EC | ||||||||
Research Seminar on Social Inequality and Demography onderzoek | 15 EC | ||||||||
Analysis of Longitudinal Data | 9 EC | ||||||||
Social Change, or Family, Education, Migration, or Special Aspects, or Sociology and Social Research | 6 EC | ||||||||
| periode | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Demographic Data and Analysis | 5 EC | ||||||||
Qualitative Research for Policy & Practice | 5 EC | ||||||||
Population, Health and Place | 5 EC | ||||||||
Master's Thesis Population Studies | 20 EC | ||||||||
Migration, Families and Households | 5 EC | ||||||||
Population Projections & Sustainability | 5 EC | ||||||||
Optional course MSc Population Studies | 5 EC | ||||||||
Optional course MSc Population Studies | 5 EC | ||||||||
Advanced Statistical Analysis | 5 EC | ||||||||
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 15 mei 2024
wettelijk tarief : € 2530 (€1265 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 19900
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 20800
aanmelding deadline : 15 mei 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
A bachelor's degree with at least 15 ECTS (=18 ECTS in Germany) in the field of Sociology / Demography and at least 10 ECTS (= 12 ECTS in Germany) in Statistics. Demography courses may include Population Geographies, Migration and Development, Healthy Ageing and Population and Development.
UG students Human Geography and Urban and Regional Planning have direct access to this double degree.
To meet the requirements of 15 ECTS in the field of Sociology / Demography you can follow the Minor Population, Development and Wellbeing with the course 'Sociale Welvaart'. Dutch-speaking students will then meet the Sociology content-knowledge entry requirements. See the website: https://www.rug.nl/frw/education/minor-population-development-wellbeing
basiskennis
Very good intercultural and social skills
werkervaring
Relevant practical experience is desirable
cijfergemiddelde
Bachelor final grade equivalent to at least 2.7 (German grading system = a 7 in Dutch)
taaltoets
English on VWO level or one of the following equivalents:
- IELTS overall band 6.5, no less than 6.0 on each section
- TOEFL internet based:
- Overall: 90
- Reading: 18
- Listening: 18
- Speaking: 20
- Writing: 21
- Cambridge English: Cambridge certificate C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (formerly known as CAE/CPE)
- Please note that TOEFL MyBest Scores are not considered in the Admissions procedure
A prospective student can always apply for an exemption from the English language test. The student needs to explain, and if required show proof of, why an exemption would be justified. It is up to the Admission Board to decide whether an exemption will be granted or not.
reference letter
motivatiebrief
Letter of motivation in English explaining the reasons for applying to the Double Master's Programme (approximately 500 words); CV
De stad
studievereniging
Ibn Battuta
Ibn Battuta is the Faculty Association of Spatial SciencesBecoming a member of Ibn Battuta means you can join the social drinks, foreign trips, lectures and all other activities organized by the Association. At these events you come into contact with students from all years, which is a great way to make friends that can last a lifetime! Ibn Battuta also organizes informative and career-focused activities. Our informative activities, such as lectures, In-Housedays and the Career Day will help you to orient on your future.
Keuzehulp
Studievergelijker
DDM Demography and Social Inequality
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 7 eerstejaars |
| 85% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
Population Studies
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 7 eerstejaars |
| 85% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
DDM Social Demography
| € 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| 7 eerstejaars |
| 85% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
Na de studie
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
The programme emphasizes the study of both advanced and developing societies from an unique interdisciplinary and dynamic perspective.
After graduation you can find work in business, the government, or non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Demographers are trained to work with and interpret large data files. You can use these skills to make policy or develop programmes. You can also pursue an academic career and apply for a PhD position.
During the programme at the University of Groningen we offer support for your career preparation.
Throughout the year we offer support for practical career preparation and employability skills. Workshops are given about leadership, job interviews and how to present yourself. More information about the FSS Career Services.
Potentiële beroepen
Contact
Saskia Enuma, Reinier Schoep, Nienke HarteveldStudy Advisors Faculty of Spatial Sciences