Social and Cultural Science: Comparative Research on Societies (research)

Entry requirements

A completed Bachelor's degree in Social and Cultural Science or closely related area

In order to get admission to this Master's you will need a completed Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Cultural Anthropology, Development Studies, Communication Science or another social science.

Proficiency in English

In order to take part in this programme, you need to have fluency in both written and spoken English.This requirement has been satisfied when the student meets the conditions, listed on our website.

Motivation letter

In this letter of motivation you should explain why you want to attend this programme and why you think you are suited for this programme. Attached to this letter should be a resume with photo, list of grades and two reference letters from lecturers. An interview (face-to-face or via Skype) may follow before you are admitted to the programme.

Letter of recommendation

Applicants will need to send in two letters of recommendation by lectures or supervisors (including contact details).

Months of entry

September

Course content

The Social and Cultural Science: Comparative Research on Societies (research) Master's focuses on making new discoveries that will contribute to a better understanding of the historical, social political and cultural processes that shape societies. Along with theoretical insights, this programme focuses on developing research skills. This programme teaches students how to perform high-quality comparative research. You will gain a better understanding about issues such as inequality, cohesion and modernisation in both Western and non-Western societies. You’ll learn how to translate social problems into empirical research questions and understand the diverse theoretical approaches, research designs, data collections and analyses you need to get the answers you are looking for.

What will you learn?

• Gain a better understanding about common social issues
• Learn how to apply cross-cultural comparative analysis
• Get valuable experience designing, conducting and presenting your own research

Career prospects

Many graduates from this programme pursue PhD or other research positions. Graduates can also find work in a variety of positions:

• Scientific or societal researcher
• Policy maker
• Communications advisor
• Journalist

If you have any questions, email us here: study-information@ru.nl

Learn more via the Radboud University contact form.

Fees and funding

There are various scholarships available for studying at Radboud University. Some of the opportunities are described below. A full list, including detailed information, can be found on our website.

• Radboud Scholarship Programme
• Fulbright-Radboud Scholarships