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    Development and Rural Innovation

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    Wageningen, NLMScIn-person2 years
    €44,400.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    26
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Wageningen, NL. Tuition is €44,400.

    About the program

    The program covers socio-political aspects of innovation and transformation in agriculture, natural resource management, and food systems. It includes courses in social sciences, research methods, field excursions, a thesis in one of four tracks (Communication and Innovation Studies, Technology and Development Studies, Sociology of Development, or Rural Sociology), and an internship.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Sep 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT overall score 90, with a minimum sub-score of 22 for speaking
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic Test overall score 6.5, with a minimum subscore of 6.0 for speaking

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year orientation year permit (Netherlands)

    €13,800.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University is €44,400 across 120 required credits.
    Is Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University online or in-person?
    Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University is offered in-person.
    How long does Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University take to complete?
    Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University?
    Per the program's published guidance: a GPA of 70% or 7/10
    How large is the Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University cohort?
    Development and Rural Innovation at Wageningen University typically enrolls around 26 students per cohort.