Master
Ethics, Policy and Global Challenges
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Best for students passionate about using philosophy to tackle real-world issues such as climate change, migration, inequality and populism. Ideal for those seeking careers in policy, research, education or consultancy.
Tuition · Intl
↗€19,900
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jun 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
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NVAO
NL recognised
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Open
no intake cap
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Min. English
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IELTS required
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About this program
Master programme at Tilburg University (Tilburg). Leads to Master of Arts. Field: Humanities, social sciences, communication and arts. Duration 1 year. 60 ECTS. Tuition €19,900/yr.
English60 ECTSMaster of ArtsFull-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Case studyGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationResearch
About Tilburg University
Founded in 1927, Tilburg University is a specialized research university focused on social sciences, law, economics, and humanities. Ranked top 40 worldwide in economics and business, and known for producing leaders like former PM Ruud Lubbers. Offers a focused, quality education with strong industry connections.
Living in Tilburg
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€430/mo
Monthly total
€700–€1,300
Cost of living
Low
Population
224k
Down-to-earth, friendly, and practical. Tilburg lacks the historic charm of canal cities but offers a genuine, unpretentious Dutch experience. The city is focused on education and innovation, with a strong sense of community.
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
Year 160 ECTS
Year 1
- Justice and Inequality (6 ECTS)
- Ethics (6 ECTS)
- The Canon and Beyond (6 ECTS)
- Migration, Refugees and Human Rights (3 ECTS)
- Identity, Race and Gender (3 ECTS)
- Science and Public Policy (3 ECTS)
- Sustainability and Environmental Ethics (3 ECTS)
- Populism and Active Citizenship (3 ECTS)
- Bioethics, Technology and the Body (3 ECTS)
- Philosophy of Big Data and Society (3 ECTS)
- Elective (6 ECTS)
- Master's Thesis (15 ECTS)
60 ECTS total · semester-by-semesterSource ↗
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Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-06-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Application deadline
2026-06-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Application deadline
2026-12-01
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: C1
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
- TOEFL internet based: 90
Scholarships
Tilburg University Waiver50% tuition-fee waiver
Jean Monnet Scholarship ProgrammeFull scholarship
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