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    Urban and Economic Geography

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

    Urban and Economic 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 examines urban and economic developments from interdisciplinary perspectives, focusing on relations between people and places in urban environments. It includes specializations in Urban Geography or Economic Geography, with courses, an international field trip, and a thesis research internship.

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

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 93 overall; minimum subscores: Speaking 20 / Listening 20 / Reading 20 / Writing 20 (for TOEFL iBT including Home Edition - Old scores)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic: overall band score 6.5; minimum subscores: Speaking 6.0 / Listening 6.0 / Reading 6.0 / Writing 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year visa (zoekjaar) for job search (Netherlands)

    €14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University is €21,342 across 60 required credits.
    Is Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University online or in-person?
    Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University is offered in-person.
    How long does Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University take to complete?
    Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Urban and Economic 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 Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University cohort?
    Urban and Economic Geography at Utrecht University typically enrolls around 65 students per cohort.