Governance of Migration and Diversity - Public Administration Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences (ESSB), Erasmus University Rotterdam

Is this the programme you're looking for?

What are the opportunities for the management of migration flows? How to prevent discrimination and promote interaction and cohesion in culturally diverse societies?

The study programme in a nutshell

During the courses of this migration master you will gain knowledge that enables you to address governance issues related to migration and diversity from a multidisciplinary perspective. The courses are offered by leading scholars from three universities and five academic disciplines. The master programme examines policies, politics and governance at various levels and directly links them to contemporary migration and diversity issues.

What you will learn

The master programme Governance of Migration and Diversity provides state-of-the-art courses and training given by dedicated scholars from five academic disciplines. During classes interaction amongst students and between students and professors is stimulated. During the programme several site visits are organised to engage with firsthand experiences of governance issues.

Is this the right programme for you?

We offer:

• Knowledge which will help you to address governance issues related to migration and diversity from a multidisciplinary perspective;
• A unique interdisciplinary programme, with courses taught by  leading scholars from three universities and five academic disciplines;
• A focus on policies, politics and governance at an international, national and local level;
• Education which has a direct link to contemporary issues. Students are trained to contribute to the governance of migration and diversity;
• Top level education. The Public Administration programme at Erasmus University was ranked #1 in the Shanghai Ranking of 2025

Career opportunities after graduation

Graduates of this multidisciplinary master are suitable candidates for governance positions and consultancy or positions at NGOs or research groups working on related multifaceted governance issue

Entry requirements for this course

Contact Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences (ESSB), Erasmus University Rotterdam to find course entry requirements.

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