★ StudyPath verdict
8.5/10
Best for analytically minded students wanting specialized economics tracks at a top-ranked European university. Weigh the competitive admissions and Amsterdam student life.
Tuition · Intl
↗€21,800
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2021
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗454
DUO ↑29% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗22:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
2 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.6/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗92%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,457
/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
Are you ready to push the boundaries of your intellectual capabilities? This Master’s programme ensures that you gain profound insights and practical skills, equipping you to excel in the ever-evolving economic landscape. Our Master’s Economics offers several challenging specialization tracks, each combining coursework with advanced research methods. Expect a significant workload and complex theoretical concepts, but also an unparalleled learning experience that prepares you for high-level careers.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English60 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationProject
About University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Tracks from HOVI
Honours programme Economics ↗Honourstraject
Do you have excellent analytical skills and a passion for solving problems? Is it your goal to use applied research to tackle complex real-life problems? The Economics Honours prog…
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Good job-market outlookfield: economie
Median starting salary (field)€3,457/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating92%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field77%
Permanent contract67%
Satisfied with their job4/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Accountants22%
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs13%
Specialisten op het gebied van beleidsadministratie11%
Bedrijfs- en organisatieanalisten10%
Economen7%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree78%
Women among first-years51%
Say workload is “just right”33%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.6/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 61 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers3.8
Atmosphere4.1
Involvement & contact3.9
Study guidance3.3
Testing & assessment3.5
Facilities3.9
Career preparation3
Teachers' English4.5
Would choose again3.7
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B2
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: B2
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL paper based: 580
Scholarships
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Internships
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