Courses

The courses below are 7,5 EC (unless indicated otherwise). The period (1/2/3/4) and time slot (A/B/C/D) are stated in parentheses per course, see schedules. You take 15 EC per period from different timeslots. You have to register for courses yourself.

Year 1

In your first year you take eight courses (60 EC). The focus in these courses varies from advanced and specialised research methods and techniques, and writing a research proposal for your Master's thesis, to global urban transformation related subject matters. Topics include Urban Social Dynamics, Urban Resilience, and Politics and Governance of Global Urban Transformations.

The Course Catalogue shows you an overview of all courses offered by Utrecht University. You can search by course (module) or study programme. 

Year 2

In your second year you do a research project (40 EC), culminating in a Master's thesis. It is possible to combine this with an internship. The research project includes a study abroad term, and a scientific paper, suitable for publication in a peer reviewed scientific journal and/or a thesis report. 

You will also take elective courses (up to 15 EC) and a course (5 EC) on labour market orientation.