Learning in Interaction

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Deze opleiding

How do students learn in schools? What role do individual differences play in learning? How can you improve learning environments to help students learn and develop?

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locatieGroningen
diplomaMSc
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 februari, 1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60099
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee
Many processes in learning take place through interaction. It is the motor of learning and development, and therefore key to improving education. While we all recognize these interactions in learning, specific skills and knowledge are needed to drive insights and improvements in the educational field.

During this master, you will:
  • learn to take a scientific, evidence-based approach to better examine day-to-day interactions between students, their teachers and learning materials
  • zoom in on the complex processes through which we
    - learn academic subjects
    - develop cognitive and meta-cognitive skills and
    - acquire social competencies
  • combine different theoretical perspectives and didactical problems
  • understand learning processes in context
  • examine the challenges that arise in optimizing learning environments to learners' needs.
Interested? Check out the information events or contact our study advisor.

You can also follow this programme part-time.

Deze opleiding heeft meerdere vormen :

Waarom aan de University of Groningen?

The Master Learning in Interaction in Groningen offers
  • solid, research-based insights into what works—and what doesn’t—in learning and education
  • a deep theoretical understanding of how learning occurs—through interaction with others, with artefacts like books, apps, and virtual reality, and through self-reflection
  • working in small groups on your research project guided by a committed staff member
  • close collaboration with staff in their research project
  • the opportunity to apply your academic training in a hands-on internship, where you'll tackle a real-world challenge as an educational scientist.


Studieprogramma

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opbouwCourses marked * are general courses
The track is designed to provide you with a blend of skills, theoretical background and practical experience required to understand learning processes and to (re)design learning environments.
periode
1234
Learning in Human Interaction
5 EC
Learning in Interaction with Artefacts
5 EC
*Internship
10 EC
*Master thesis
20 EC
*Methods and Techniques for Evaluation Research keuzevak
5 EC
Qualitative Research methods keuzevak
5 EC
Student Diversity in the Inclusive Classroom
5 EC
Educational Organization and Management keuzevak
5 EC
Reflection in & on Learning
5 EC

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
avondonderwijsn.v.t.
afstandsonderwijsn.v.t.
study abroad
Consult about the possibilities with the programme coordinator.
study guidance
In the programmes of Pedagogical and Educational Sciences, there is a strong focus on study advice. There are several study advisors are available.
You can contact them as a prospective student, current student, or former student of programmes within the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences.
Study advisors can assist you with questions regarding:
• the content of the programme
• planning and organising your studies
• choices during your study
• registrations
• programme regulations
• taking courses outside your programme
• studying abroad

They are also available for personal support.
Don't hesitate to get in touch or make an appointment with one of the study advisors.

For brief questions, please email: studieadvies.pedok@rug.nl
You can make an appointment via the online scheduling system: https://fbss.as.me/schedule/9de94536,
or by phone through the Student Service Desk: +31 50 3636301


Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 februari 2026

aanmelding deadline : 1 december 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend

1 september 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 juni 2025
wettelijk tarief : € 2601 (€1301 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 16300
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 21400

1 september 2026

aanmelding deadline : 1 juni 2026
collegegeld nog niet bekend

If you have a UG bachelor's degree in Pedagogical Sciences:
> find all the steps on the page about Registration master's degree programme with a Dutch qualification.

All other students:
> first apply for admission (form) with the admissions committee.

Any questions? Click the Contact button to find out who can best help you with your question.




toelatingseisen

vooropleiding
You will be admitted with a
- UG Bachelor Pedagogical Sciences
- bachelor's degree related to the Bachelor Pedagogical Sciences and the SPO pre-master diploma Pedagogiek en Onderwijswetenschappen.

If you hold one of the diplomas listed below, the admissions committee will assess your eligibility for admission:
- a university Dutch bachelor's degree in a discipline within Pedagogical and Educational Sciences
- another relevant university bachelor's degree if you demonstrably have the required basic knowledge.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Our programme deals with the academic study of educational processes, and it is therefore not aimed at directly developing teaching (pedagogical or didactical) skills.

basiskennis
- Knowledge of general research methods (preferably both quantitative and qualitative)
- Skill in statistics for the social sciences (descriptive and inferential)
- Academic disciplinary knowledge of educational sciences, pedagogy and understanding of supporting disciplines such as psychology and sociology
- Experience in designing, conducting and reporting research within the education domain
- Experience in academic writing (e.g., undergraduate thesis) is desirable but not required.

De stad

studievereniging

ODIOM
As a student of the programmes Pedagogical Sciences, Educational Sciences, the AOLB and the Switching Programme of Pedagogy (SPO), you can become a member of ODIOM, the friendly and active study association.
As a member, you benefit from discounts on all required textbooks and receive the newsletter every two weeks. ODIOM has over 800 members and organises a wide range of educational, sporting and social activities every year, such as guest lectures, excursions to pedagogical and educational institutions, the introduction camp for first-year students, trips abroad, get-togethers and parties.

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

docent Danny Kostons
You gain a deep theoretical understanding of how learning works when interacting with other people, artefacts such as books, apps and virtual reality, and in interaction with themselves.with yourself.

‘Up till the fourth year of pre-university (VWO), I was a good student who scored eights and nines. Then the ‘second phase’ (transl.: the last two years of HAVO and the three last years of VWO) was introduced, and along with it the so-called study house (Dutch: studiehuis).

The idea was that this would make students learn in a self-regulated way, but as a result, my marks for the science subjects went into a free fall and I passed by the skin of my teeth. My degree in Technical Computer Science ended up being a failure because I had never learned how to learn. That made me so cross...
Before you are able to manage your own learning process, you have to be properly skilled.

There are all kinds of persistent beliefs about learning, for instance that there are different learning styles. In this Master’s track, you will gain sound science-based knowledge about what does and does not work. We focus on all micro-processes inside and outside the classroom. Students gain a deep theoretical understanding of how learning works in interaction with other people, with artefacts such as books, apps and virtual reality, and in interaction with themselves.

I teach Reflection in and on learning: how can individual students self-manage after their studies towards professionalization and lifelong learning?

Our students often end up in international settings. They develop educational materials, apps, virtual reality environments. My tip: look at what kind of research projects there have been within our track over the past two years. That will give you a good idea of what you will likely be working on soon.’


lees verder ...

Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/5 University of Groningen
Learning in Interaction
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
> bekijk opleiding
2/5 University of Groningen
Onderwijswetenschappen
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
70% Nederlandstalig
30% Engelstalig
> bekijk opleiding
3/5 University of Groningen
Onderwijsinnovatie
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Nederlandstalig
> bekijk opleiding
4/5 Radboud University Nijmegen
Onderwijswetenschappen
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
89 eerstejaars
88% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Nederlandstalig
> bekijk opleiding
5/5 University of Amsterdam
Onderwijswetenschappen
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
90% Nederlandstalig
10% Engelstalig
> bekijk opleiding
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.
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Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

In today's rapidly evolving job market, there is a growing demand for experts who understand learning processes and can optimize educational and professional learning environments.

As a Learning in Interaction graduate, you will be well-equipped to work across various sectors, including education, corporate training, and research, in roles that focus on analysing learning processes and improving learning experiences. With your expertise in learning and interaction, you will be prepared for a career where you can make a real impact on how people learn and grow.

Career services BSS
Where do you want to work after your studies? You can contact Career Services already during your studies. They will help you orientate on your career, develop your skills, apply for jobs and find an internship.



Potentiële beroepen

academic or applied researcher

Conducting studies on learning and development in universities, research institutes, teacher training centres, government education departments, school advisory services, and knowledge and innovation centres in education.

educational consultant

Advising schools and institutions on curriculum design, teaching strategies, and learning interventions in all sectors of public and private education, as well as in public and private training.

instructional designer

Developing educational materials, apps, virtual reality environments and e-learning solutions based on learning sciences for any level of education, from primary- to higher education.

learning & development specialist

Designing and implementing training programs in companies and organizations.

phd student
teacher trainer or coach

Supporting educators in improving teaching methods and student engagement for any level of education, from primary- to higher education.

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Contact

Admissions Office bss.msc

for students with a non-Dutch diploma

W: Admissions Office bss.msc
Dr. Mayra Mascareño

staff member

E: m.n.mascareno.lara@rug.nl
T: +31 (0)50 363 6912
W: Dr. Mayra Mascareño
Study Advisor Educational Sciences
E: studyadvice.peduc@rug.nl
Meer informatie?
Bezoek de website van deze opleiding.

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