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    Human Geography

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    Utrecht, NLMScIn-person1 year
    €21,342.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    65
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Human Geography at Utrecht University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Utrecht, NL. Tuition is €21,342.

    About the program

    The program studies urban regions and their economic developments from various academic perspectives, focusing on urban and economic challenges, with specializations in Urban Geography or Economic Geography. It includes courses, a research project, international field trips, and a thesis.

    Focus: both
    QS Subject Rankings: #17 in Geography
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic 6.5 overall; Speaking 6.0, Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 OR TOEFL iBT 93 overall; Speaking 20, Listening 20, Reading 20, Writing 20 (old scores) OR TOEFL iBT 93 overall; Speaking 4.5, Listening 4.5, Reading 4.5, Writing 4.5 (new scores)
    IELTS
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    Min IELTS Academic 6.5 overall; Speaking 6.0, Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 OR TOEFL iBT 93 overall; Speaking 20, Listening 20, Reading 20, Writing 20 (old scores) OR TOEFL iBT 93 overall; Speaking 4.5, Listening 4.5, Reading 4.5, Writing 4.5 (new scores)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Human Geography at Utrecht University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Human Geography at Utrecht University is €21,342 across 60 required credits.
    Is Human Geography at Utrecht University online or in-person?
    Human Geography at Utrecht University is offered in-person.
    How long does Human Geography at Utrecht University take to complete?
    Human Geography at Utrecht University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Human Geography at Utrecht University?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA of at least 2.4 (on a scale of 1-4) or at least 6.5 under the Dutch system
    How large is the Human Geography at Utrecht University cohort?
    Human Geography at Utrecht University typically enrolls around 65 students per cohort.