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    Regional Competitiveness and Trade

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    Groningen, NLMScIn-person1 year
    €22,200.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Groningen, NL. Tuition is €22,200.

    About the program

    The program focuses on regional and global competitiveness related to trade and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), examining how global linkages influence competitiveness using theoretical approaches like New Economic Geography and methodological approaches like Spatial Econometrics.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    February 2027 Intake (Non-EU/EEA)
    Nov 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT: overall score 90 (min. 18 in Reading and Listening, 20 in Speaking, 21 for Writing)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: overall score 6.5 (min. 6.0 in all categories)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)

    €12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen is €22,200 across 60 required credits.
    Is Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen online or in-person?
    Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen is offered in-person.
    How long does Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen take to complete?
    Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen?
    Post-completion work rights for Regional Competitiveness and Trade at University of Groningen: 1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)