Your future
Global Studies was designed from scratch to be a fully interdisciplinary programme, with opportunities to learn about the theories and assumptions of individual disciplines, how to integrate insights from different disciplines and to practice how to apply the insights of multiple disciplines to complex, global problems. Throughout your study, you will be learning valuable research methods and professional skills, you will receive two years of language training and an opportunity to practice global citizenship during a field study. As a result, you will be well-placed to pursue a career path that allows you to contribute to solving important social challenges.
Given the interdisciplinary nature of the Global Studies programme, you will have a strong academic foundation to pursue a variety of Master's programmes in The Netherlands and around the world.
With a bachelor's degree in Global Studies you can be admitted to the MA Globalisation and Development Studies at Maastricht University without having to fulfil additional requirements as this programme continues directly on from themes and skills within Global Studies.
Here is a selection of other Master's programmes that may be a good fit to continue your studies:
Possible professions upon completion of your degree include:
- Policy maker on global issues (climate change, migration)
- Advisor on global health risks for companies and governments
- Ethics advisor for companies operating globally
- Researcher/consultant for public, non-profit or private sector on migration, environment, cultural diversity, peace
- Corporate and government training schemes
- Teacher, director of secondary schools
Some of the master's programmes chosen by Global Studies alumni:
- Globalisation and Development Studies, Maastricht University
- Sustainability, Science, Policy and Society, Maastricht University
- Corporate Sustainability, Radboud University
- Global Business & Sustainability, Rotterdam School of Management
- International Trade, Strategy & Operations, University of Warwick
- Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies, University of Edinburgh
- World Heritage Studies, BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg
- Human Rights Studies, Lund University
Alumni testimonials
Hailey Halligan
Graduation year: 2024
Currently studying a master’s in Public Policy and Human Development
"Global Studies is a truly unique programme, primarily because of its approach to addressing issues from multiple disciplines simultaneously."
Dana Feijen
Graduation year: 2024
Currently studying in Costa Rica at the United Nations-mandated University for Peace
"Beyond academics, the sense of community and the opportunities I found within the programme, the university, and the city shaped my experience in profound ways."
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