
International Economics and Sustainable Development
Master

Study International Economics and Sustainable Development in Groningen and learn about the societal and economic implications of international trade, finance, and sustainable development.
We are confronted with major challenges, such as rising inequality, populism, the erosion of democracy, tackling climate change and promoting fairer, and more inclusive growth. How can you make a real impact to address these challenges? In this MSc programme, we teach you about the necessary tools and economic theories to make an impact. You also develop an analytical mindset to work on societally relevant issues. Our graduates move on to influential jobs at (international) companies, government, or international organizations.In the MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development (watch the programme video), you are taught societally relevant topics and how they are related to the world of economics, and we help you develop valuable skills in international trade, international finance and banking, policy analysis, and more. Also, you learn to analyze economic data, assess policy options, make economic development strategies, and provide recommendations to policymakers. We are proud of the recent very positive evaluation by the EQUIS peer review team about the outstanding quality of the students and management of the programme.Did you know that the courses taught are closely rel
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Title
Master of Science
Duration
1 year
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Tuition fee 2025/2026
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,601
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 21,400
Institutional
The institutional rate is for all students who have already obtained a bachelor’s or master’s degree and who want to start a second programme leading to a degree at the same level or at a lower level.
€ 20,500
Admission
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Application requirements
Below you will see a table with 'transfer options'. Please check the entry requirements for your Bachelor's degree (from a research university of a university of applied sciences). This programme offers customized entry packages: https://www.rug.nl/feb/education/study-programmes/pre-msc/customized-entry-packages/faqs-customized-packages/msc-iesd If your degree is not mentioned in the table below, you can still apply via a Pre-Master's programme. For information on application and entry requir
Check when you can start and what you have to pay!
Tuition fees | |
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€ 2,601 | |
€ 21,400 | |
€ 20,500 |
Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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1 Sep '25 | 1 May '25 | 1 May '25 |
1 Feb '26 | 15 Oct '25 | 15 Oct '25 |
1 Sep '26 | 1 May '26 | 1 May '26 |
1 Feb '27 | 15 Oct '26 | 15 Oct '26 |
1 Sep '27 | 1 May '27 | 1 May '27 |
Contact
Main addressOude Boteringestraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
050 363 9011