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University of Groningen Double Degree Master in International Development Economics
University of Groningen

University of Groningen

Double Degree Master in International Development Economics

Groningen, Netherlands

Master degree

2 years

English

Full time

01 May 2026*

01 Sep 2026

EUR 20,800 / per year **

On-Campus

* Dutch, EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA students

** for Non-EU|for EU/EEA EUR 2,530

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Key Summary

    About : The Double Degree Master in International Development Economics focuses on developing economic tools to assess and contribute to sustainable development. This program offers students the chance to gain expertise in economic policies and their implications for global development. The curriculum is designed to foster analytical skills and apply them in real-world situations, preparing graduates for impactful careers in the field of international development.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various roles in international agencies, non-governmental organizations, or public sector positions. Potential careers may include economic analyst, development consultant, and policy advisor. This program opens pathways to contribute significantly to economic development initiatives worldwide.

Progress in ICT has enabled firms to reorganise production processes on a global scale. What does it imply for income and employment in advanced and developing countries?

With a double degree from the University of Göttingen (Germany), you will obtain specialised knowledge of international markets and the global interconnections between national economies. What are the consequences of globalisation for the socioeconomic and institutional differences between countries and what roles do multinational companies play in this respect? You will learn to apply the tools of modern economic analysis to issues of development policy and to communicate effectively with researchers, policymakers and practitioners on development issues.

In Göttingen, you will benefit from the expertise of researchers regarding microeconomic aspects of development. And you will be trained in applying quantitative research methods that are specifically suitable to study these aspects in a systematic way. The Groningen component of the programme is more focused on macroeconomic and international aspects of development and links these to international business perspectives.

By following the programmes in Göttingen and Groningen, you will graduate with a strong international profile and a deep analytical understanding of global economic policy and business organisations.

Why study this programme in Groningen?

  • You can earn two Master's degrees by studying in Groningen and at a top university abroad - Gottingen University in only two years. It is a unique combination to learn how to apply the tools of modern economic analysis to specific issues of development in a globalizing world.
  • This master's focuses relatively strongly on the economic development of low-income countries and a more microeconomic perspective on inequality, poverty and growth.
  • The programme has been internationally accredited by the AACSB and EQUIS, ensuring a high-quality education, which only 1% of universities reach worldwide.
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