Programs/Master/Humanities, social sciences, communication and arts
Master

Behavioural Science (research)

★ StudyPath verdict
7.8/10
Best for research-oriented students seeking PhD paths in behavioural sciences at a small international cohort with strong institute ties. Weigh the research focus against more applied alternatives.
Tuition · Intl
€15,063
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 7+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2021
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
88
DUO ↓40% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
26:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
7
IELTS required
Entry route
Bachelor
14 bachelor routes ↗
Satisfaction
4.1/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
92%
field est. ↗
Median salary
€3,230
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 26 Jun 2026
About this program
The Research Master's programme in Behavioural Science is a two-year international programme for social scientists who want to discover the how and why behind human behaviour. You'll combine knowledge and research skills from different social disciplines to contribute to a better understanding of human behaviour, emotions and decision-making. Your research can contribute to society by improving social processes and people's development, well-being, and health. In order to get admission to this Master's you will need a completed Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Pedagogy, Educational Science, Biology, Artificial Intelligence, Communication Science or another related discipline. Because this Master's programme is a selective programme, additional criteria and documents such as a motivation and reference letter are needed for the placement procedure.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: Behaviour & SocietySector: Gedrag en MaatschappijCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Group assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationPoster presentationPractical
About Radboud University
Founded in 1923, Radboud University in Nijmegen is consistently ranked as the best broad university in the Netherlands by national surveys. Home to 1 Nobel Prize laureate and known for its green campus, strong research output, and excellent student satisfaction. The university has produced 5 Dutch prime ministers.
Living in Nijmegen
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€450/mo
Monthly total
€750–€1,400
Cost of living
Low
Population
179k

Progressive, historic, and student-friendly. Nijmegen has a relaxed, slightly alternative vibe compared to other Dutch cities. The city combines Roman history with modern student culture, creating a unique blend of old and new.

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Specializations
Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: psychologie
Median starting salary (field)€3,230/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating92%
Months to a substantial job4
Working in their own field79%
Permanent contract43%
Satisfied with their job3.9/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Psychologen50%
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs11%
Specialisten op het gebied van personeelszaken en loopbaanontwikkeling4%
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten3%
Vakspecialisten op het gebied van maatschappelijk werk3%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree77%
Women among first-years72%
Say workload is “just right”40%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4.1/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 42 respondents
Content & set-up4.2
Teachers4.2
Atmosphere4.4
Involvement & contact4.2
Study guidance3.9
Testing & assessment3.9
Facilities4.3
Career preparation3.8
Teachers' English4.6
Would choose again4.1
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Upcoming open days
Open day
12 Nov 2026
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
  • IELTS overall band: 7
  • TOEFL internet based: 100
  • Pearson Test of English Academic: 67
Scholarships
Fulbright-Radboud ScholarshipsSee scholarship page
Internships
?No data yet
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