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    Public Governance

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    Tilburg, NLMScIn-person1 year
    €18,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits

    Public Governance at Tilburg University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Tilburg, NL. Tuition is €18,900.

    About the program

    The program approaches multi-level governance challenges like climate change, migration, and inequality from public administration, economic, and legal perspectives. It covers public management, policymaking, e-governance, public sector innovation, and ethical governance with a multidisciplinary and transnational focus.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Ed #35 Law; #47 Business & Economics

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: minimum total score of 6.5 and a minimum subscore of 6.0 on the Writing and Speaking sections of the test. We do not accept IELTS Online. TOEFL ...
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: minimum total score of 6.5 and a minimum subscore of 6.0 on the Writing and Speaking sections of the test. We do not accept IELTS Online.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months Orientation Year (Netherlands)

    €38,712.00
    Avg starting salary
    €12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Governance at Tilburg University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Governance at Tilburg University is €18,900 across 60 required credits.
    Is Public Governance at Tilburg University online or in-person?
    Public Governance at Tilburg University is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Governance at Tilburg University take to complete?
    Public Governance at Tilburg University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Public Governance at Tilburg University?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Governance at Tilburg University: 12 months Orientation Year (Netherlands)