Master’s programmes

This advanced master's programme offers tomorrow’s leaders a future-proof methodology to perform in the challenging global field of privacy, cybersecurity and data management. The two-year parttime programme offers an ambitious curriculum that bridges the intersection between law, technology, ethics, governance and management. You will gain deep knowledge of the legal and technological aspects of EU and global data protection and cybersecurity issues, a sound ethical and business understanding of data usage practices, combined with a broader skillset comprising management and leadership skills, communication skills and related soft skills.

The master’s programme in Artificial Intelligence focuses on the design and creation of intelligent systems that can, for example, play games, control robots or analyse data. You’ll learn to develop computational solutions to problems and provide up-to-date scientific and technological advice.

Biobased Materials is a two-year master’s programme, taught at the Brightlands Chemelot Campus in Geleen. It focusses on the development and production techniques of novel, biobased materials that are necessary for the transition to a sustainable economy.

Do you look at a mountain of data and see an ocean of opportunity? Can you look at innovation from both a technical and commercial point of view? And can you see yourself using data and new technologies to create smart service innovations? Then you should consider getting a master’s in Business Intelligence and Smart Services.

The research master in Cultures of Arts, Science and Technology is a programme that focuses on how technologies, scientific knowledge and art change societies. In two years, you will train your analytical and methodological skills to pursue a career in research at a university, a knowledge institute, governmental agencies or a firm. 

Are you interested in how the digital transformation will shape our businesses, society and lives? In this master programme, you will explore how disruptive technologies will significantly impact our society and you will gain expertise on topics such as ethical algorithms and machine morality.

The master’s in Econometrics and Operations Research focuses on using quantitive data to aid economic and management decision making. You’ll learn to use techniques from statistics, mathematics and computer science to solve complex problems for governments, financial institutions, logistics companies and other organisations.

Economists are the strategic decision makers of the future. This programme educates you as a professional economist, giving you a broad and thorough grounding in economics as well as the practical tools to advise companies and governments on economic issues.

Double Degree available for this programme!

Epidemiology is absolutely fundamental for maintaining and improving public health. It is a fascinating field that utilises statistics, tracking methods and problem solving to study the origin and causes of diseases, and the effect of clinical interventions in a community. In the master's programme in Epidemiology you will study epidemiology in all of its different facets: calculating disease trends and probabilities, communicating findings to the public and policy makers, and designing and implementing interventions based on data. On completion of this master's, you are eligible for registration as a certified Epidemiologist A (Dutch registration system).

The master’s programme in European Public Affairs is focused on the professional practice of public affairs in the European Union. It is a multi-disciplinary, research-based and practice-oriented programme that will prepare you for a career in European or EU-related public affairs and public service.

This two-year interdisciplinary master in European Studies offers tailor-made training for a career that requires strong research competences, for example in academia or in a think tank, in politics or journalism. ​Choose your own study and research specialisation (Europe and the World / Governance and Representation in Europe / Historicising European Union) and graduation package (Double Degree with Cologne University, DE  / Study Abroad / Research Internship).​ 

The master’s in Financial Economics brings together expertise in finance, general economics and quantitative techniques in a multidisciplinary approach not found elsewhere. Together with industry experts, you will explore the world of financial economics and will specialise in Asset Pricing, Banking or Financial Analysis.

Double Degree available for this programme!

The master’s programme Forensic Psychology prepares you for a career as a scientist practitioner in the mental health field. You will learn about the psychology of people who come into contact with the law, and will receive the specialised skills training you need to work in this diverse, complex and challenging field.

The master’s programme in Global Health focuses on the complexities of global health and its relation to technological innovation and social, political and economic change. You'll gain the theoretical foundation, and the methodological tools needed to function effectively in this challenging interdisciplinary field.

The master’s programme in Globalisation & Development Studies focuses on how globalisation dynamics affect developing areas. You will gain a sound understanding of the theory, issues and research methods pertaining to globalisation and development. This will prepare you to work for universities, NGOs or governmental organisations.

This programme is the perfect choice for anyone with an interest in European public health policies. You’ll be familiarised with the analytical tools, innovative research methods and change management instruments needed for policymaking and development at all levels of government.

In the Health Food Innovation Management programme, you will learn how to develop and market new food products while taking both health and profitability into account.

Human Decision Science is a multidisciplinary master's programme that combines insights from both psychology and economics. You'll learn how to analyse decision-making problems on both a cognitive and a social level and you'll be able to find optimal solutions for a broad range of problems.

The master’s programme International and European Tax Law combines courses on taxation, European law, business and politics. It will give you all the training you need to work as a legal or financial tax specialist in an international setting.

Which working conditions help prevent mental fatigue? What determines the effectiveness of a team? And how do you stimulate innovation? These are some of the topics that a Work and Organizational Psychologist studies.

The master’s programme in Law and Labour has two specialisations. In the Labour and Health specialisation, you will focus on a combination of social law and health law courses in which sensitive social issues such as disability policy, absenteeism and reintegration are also discussed. The Labour and Business specialisation teaches you the various legal implications of running a business and covers topics like mergers and acquisitions, employment conditions and social insurance.

This programme information is only offered in Dutch.

MaastrichtMBA is an international, state-of-the-art, two-year part-time execuctive master programme targeted at working professionals worldwilde who would like to advance their management and leadership skills to boost their career and broaden their knowledge of business administration. We offer you two flavours of our MaastrichtMBA: an On-Campus and Online format.

The master’s programme Media Studies: Digital Cultures Cultures focuses on digital media and electronic technologies, and takes a close look at the effects they have on our current media landscape. You will investigate the ongoing transformations in media studies and develop the skills to participate in these innovations. 

In de master Mental Health combineer je de theorie van psychische stoornissen met praktische training. Je kiest uit twee specialisaties: psychopathologie bij volwassenen of psychopathologie bij kinderen en jeugdigen. Na de master kun je (als je aan de toelatingseisen voldoet) doorstromen naar een postdoctorale opleiding GZ psycholoog of psychotherapeut, of ga je het wetenschappelijk onderzoek in en word je promovendus. Maar een carrière als therapeut, diagnosticus of adviseur in het (speciaal) onderwijs is ook een optie.

How do children learn to speak? What determines the effectiveness of a team? What happens to our brain when we age? And why is it difficult to change bad habits? In this challenging master's programme, you’ll learn how you can explain, predict and –if necessary- change how people think and what they do.

This selective master provides six top training specialisations in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience for students aiming to become high-level researchers in academia, or envisioning a career in industrial, governmental, clinical, or other work environments. It offers top-rated education by excellent teachers who are also internationally recognised research experts in the topics they teach. Distinguishing aspects of the programme are its small-scale, group-based education, allowing for close interaction with both the teaching staff and other highly motivated students, and its attractive mix of theoretical and practical training. We invite you to explore the profile of each specialisation and the practical details of how to apply!

You already know about climate change and rising inequalities. Businesses have played a big part in getting us into the situation we are in now; but they also have a decisive positive role to play by transforming themselves and enabling the transition of the economy towards sustainability. Do you want to be a part of this transition? The MSc Sustainable Business: Leadership, Innovation, Management (SUBLIM) offers you the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge in sustainability sciences, but also to become fluent in the language of business. If you want to receive a solid business education and become a part of the solution, then this programme is the right choice for you!

As a tax specialist, you will deal with a broad range of questions regarding business taxes and personal taxes. Those questions don’t respect borders: European borders are fading and businesses and people can move freely. The master’s programme has three specialisations: direct taxation, indirect taxation and tax and technology.

This programme information is only offered in Dutch.