DDM International Programme in Economic Geography

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Deze opleiding

This Double Degree International Programme combines the masters in Economic Geography of the Leibniz University in Hannover (Germany) and the University of Groningen (the Netherlands).

locatieGroningen
diplomaMSc
typedouble degree, 120 EC
start1 september
taalvoornamelijk English
zeer weinig German
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60657
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee

Spend your first year in Hannover and your second year in Groningen, and get two master’s degrees in Economic Geography! Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and oldest science and technology universities in Germany. Here, economic geography centres around the intersection of economics and geography in which economic aspects of geography and the geographical aspects of the economy are taught and explored. Global processes such as environmental change, migration and the digitalisation of the economy affect regions throughout the world, and yet the impact of these processes may differ considerably from region to region. To meet this challenge, students learn how to explain complex interrelations using theoretical knowledge, how to empirically investigate regional development processes, and how to develop sound regional policy strategies for action.

In Groningen, we focus on the actions of people and firms and how they govern regional economic development: where do entrepreneurs start their businesses, how do firms grow, where do people live, where do they move to and which jobs do they have? Can we understand their choices? With this information on individual level, you will be able to understand regional developments and formulate policy avenues to govern such processes locally, nationally and internationally.

If you are interested in following a two year programme in Economic Geography in two different countries and getting two master's degrees, then our Double Degree Master International Programme in Economic Geography is the master programme for you!

Waarom aan de University of Groningen?

  • Groningen is the 3rd Regional Science Center in the world
  • Study in two different countries, in two different universities, write one master thesis and get two degrees

Studieprogramma

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opbouwMore information about the courses in Groningen can be found at https://www.rug.nl/frw/education/master-info-frw/courses-master-economic-geography
Find information about the courses in Hannover at: https://www.uni-hannover.de/en/studium/studienangebot/info/studiengang/detail/economic-geography-double-degree-track
1e jaar
periode
1234
Quantitative Methoden der empirischen Wirtschaftsgeographie (in English)
10 EC
Wirtschaftsgeographische Theorien (in German)
10 EC
2 courses from Anwendungsfach Wirtschafswissenschaftenn (in German/English)
10 EC
International Seminars in Economic Geography (in English)
5 EC
Politische Gestaltung in Theorie und Praxis (in German/English)
10 EC
Wirtschaftsgeographisches Forschungsprojekt 2
10 EC
Wirtschaftsgeographisches Forschungsprojekt 1
10 EC
2e jaar
periode
1234
Economic Geography: Theory and Application
5 EC
Optional Course MSc EG
5 EC
Entrepreneurship and Regional Development
5 EC
Optional Course MSc EG
5 EC
Urban and Regional Economics
5 EC
Master's thesis
20 EC
Regional Labour Market Analysis
5 EC
Advanced Statistical Analysis
5 EC
Transport Geography
5 EC

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs99% en
20% de
avondonderwijsn.v.t.
afstandsonderwijsn.v.t.
onderwijsvormen
individual assignment, literature study, research, research project, oral presentation, self study, tutorial
study guidance
For any questions about your study planning, choice of study and personal circumstances that influence your study, you can contact the study advisors of the Faculty of Spatial Sciences. For more information, see https://www.rug.nl/frw/education/study-advice?lang=en

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 september 2024

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2024
instellingstarief : € 19900
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 20800

1 september 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 mei 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend

toelatingseisen

vooropleiding
Bachelor degree related to the field of regional economic development. This includes Bachelor programmes in Human Geography, Economic Geography, Regional and Urban Planning, Regional Economy, Economy or related. Bachelordiploma's in Sociology, Business Administration, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Micro-Economics are sometimes admissible.

Graduates of the BSc Global Responsibility and Leadership (University Campus Fryslan) with a major in 'Responsible Governance' are admissible for the master.

If you are not directly admissible you can follow a pre-master programme. See more information in the pre-master guide: https://www.rug.nl/frw/education/pre-master/

aanvullende vakeisen
10 ECTS in statistics required

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)
  • European Baccalaureate, English level L1 or L2
  • 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.

De stad

studievereniging

Ibn Battuta
Ibn Battuta is the Faculty Association of Spatial Sciences
Becoming 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

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Studievergelijker

1/4 University of Groningen
DDM International Programme in Economic Geography
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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NAN% vrouw
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99% Engelstalig
2/4 University of Groningen
Regional Competitiveness and Trade
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
3/4 University of Groningen
Economic Geography
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
4/4 University of Groningen
Sustainable Rural Futures
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
99% Engelstalig
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.

Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

  • A fair share of the graduates is employed by governmental organizations at all geographical levels (cities and municipalities, regional, national and international governmental organizations). This includes organizations such as the EU, the city of Amsterdam or The Dutch Ministry of Environment and Infrastructure.
  • Another large share of the graduates is active on the commercial market, mostly in consultancies in economic development. This includes companies such as Twijnstra Gudde, Antea.
  • A smaller share of the graduates enters research, teaching and entrepreneurship.

To see where our Economic Geography alumni end up, view this infographic

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.



aansluitende masteropleidingen

instellingopleidinginstroomeisen
Utrecht UniversityLeraar VHO aardrijkskunde full-time,part-time educationalgeen aanvullende eisen
Utrecht UniversityLeraar VHO algemene economie full-time,part-time educational+ 30 EC pre-master
bron: doorstroommatrix.nl

Potentiële beroepen

afdelingshoofd ruimtelijke ordening
bedrijfshoofd bureau planologisch onderzoek (management)
bedrijfshoofd bureau planologisch onderzoek (meewerkend <50%)
beleidsmedewerker infrastructuur, planologie en volkshuisvesting (wetenschappelijk)
directeur bureau planologische dienst, onderzoek
hoofd milieudienstverlening
manager bureau planologische dienst, onderzoek (groot bedrijf)
planoloog
planontwikkelaar infra (wetenschappelijk)
regionaal planoloog
secretaris adviescommissie ruimtelijke kwaliteit (bouw- en woningtoezicht)
senior verkeersplanoloog
wetenschappelijk onderzoeker planologie
bron: CBS

Contact

Saskia Enuma, Reinier Schoep, Nienke Harteveld

Study Advisors Faculty of Spatial Sciences

Meer informatie?
Bezoek de website van deze opleiding.