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The MSc, or Master of Science, is a popular Master’s degree designation. Internationally recognized, the MSc is typically awarded after about five to six years of rigorous study in what is usually a science-based field.Social sciences help students to better understand the interactions and systems within human society. Topics covered may include how communities and populations form governments,… Read more

The MSc, or Master of Science, is a popular Master’s degree designation. Internationally recognized, the MSc is typically awarded after about five to six years of rigorous study in what is usually a science-based field.

Social sciences help students to better understand the interactions and systems within human society. Topics covered may include how communities and populations form governments, make laws, develop economic systems, or how individuals make decisions.

Sweden, officially the Kingdom of Sweden, is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe. Sweden borders Norway and Finland, and is connected to Denmark by a bridge-tunnel across the Øresund. Sweden is a developed post-industrial society with an advanced welfare state. The standard of living and life expectancy rank among the highest in the world.

With over 80,000 inhabitants, Lund city is the administrative center of Lund municipality, in the Province of Scania, Sweden. It is a city that has several high-tech bases companies. Lund has 4 universities.

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MSc in Tourism Development and Culture

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

This two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) programme provides an excellent opportunity for those new to tourism to engage and attain a broad grasp of the subject ... +

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This two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) programme provides an excellent opportunity for those new to tourism to engage and attain a broad grasp of the subject as well as a deep and analytical insight into aspects of tourism development, culture and related industries. This is an exciting and innovative new programme offered by the University of Glasgow, Dumfries Campus (Scotland), the University of Malta (Malta), Lund University (Sweden) and the University Institute of Lisbon (Portugal). You will graduate with a joint degree awarded by the relevant partners. By studying with a combination of these partners, you will be taught by world-class experts in the areas of social science analysis of tourism, heritage, business innovation and sustainability. -
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2 years
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MSc in Social Scientific Data Analysis

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

The Master of Science in Social Scientific Data Analysis will prepare you to become a professional researcher/social scientific data analyst with a specialisation on the resea ... +

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The Master of Science in Social Scientific Data Analysis will prepare you to become a professional researcher/social scientific data analyst with a specialisation on the research process and research methodology. Coursework involves extensive and intensive training in the process of conducting social research, research design, methodology, qualitative and quantitative methods (students are taught to programme using state-of-the-art statistical software ’R’), as well as applied theory, theory building, and a range of interdisciplinary theories. As a graduate, you will be well suited for two complementary job markets: as data analysts, researchers, and research project managers within the private and public spheres, and civil society, as well as PhD candidateships within academia. -
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2 years
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MSc in Sociology

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

The Master’s programme in Sociology prepares students for PhD studies in sociology as well as for advanced professional work in sociological inquiries and community planning. ... +

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The Master’s programme in Sociology prepares students for PhD studies in sociology as well as for advanced professional work in sociological inquiries and community planning. The programme allows students considerable freedom to select courses according to interest and future needs. The programme enables students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills and the ability to conduct societal analysis, as well as to acquire specialised knowledge of sociology. On completion of the programme, students are awarded a degree of Master of Science (120 credits) specialising in sociology. -
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MSc in Development Studies

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

The Master of Science in Development Studies is an interdisciplinary social science Master’s programme focusing on problems of poverty and development. The objective of the pr ... +

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The Master of Science in Development Studies is an interdisciplinary social science Master’s programme focusing on problems of poverty and development. The objective of the programme is to provide you with background knowledge and practical skills to understand, assess and work in development-related fields, whether in direct poverty reduction or in other aspects of social, economic and institutional development. You will acquire a critical social science approach and will conduct your own research within the context of the Master’s thesis. Previous students have worked, for example, at embassies across the world, in governmental and non-governmental development agencies within the UN and the EU and in various NGOs, and in the private sector. -
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2 years
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MSc in Social Studies of Gender

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

The Master of Science in Social Studies of Gender is an interdisciplinary social science Master’s programme that aims to provide you with the core elements through which curre ... +

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The Master of Science in Social Studies of Gender is an interdisciplinary social science Master’s programme that aims to provide you with the core elements through which current gender theories and research, in dialogue with established academic disciplines, have contributed to the understanding of broader social processes. With these skills in social science and gender analysis, you will be able to formulate and analyse interconnections between theory and practice concerning gender, class, ethnicity and sexuality. Many students choose to do an internship during the programme, for instance at embassies and in international NGOs, private companies and the public sector, where a gender perspective is crucial. -
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2 years
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MSc in Sociology of Law

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

The Master of Science Programme in Sociology of Law is an interdisciplinary programme aimed at introducing students to the study of law, legal institutions and legal behaviour ... +

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The Master of Science Programme in Sociology of Law is an interdisciplinary programme aimed at introducing students to the study of law, legal institutions and legal behaviour in a social context. It offers an advanced overview of the sociology of law with the possibility of specialisation in socio-legal areas, criminal justice and social control, criminology, society and corruption, human rights, AI and digitalised governance. The objective of the programme is to increase the students’ knowledge of how the law and legal institutions work at the national and transnational levels and how they impact the everyday life of ordinary citizens. -
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2 years
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MSc in Asian Studies

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

Interested in an exciting international career? Apply to our Master's Programme in Asian Studies! This interdisciplinary programme is aimed at students who, after their underg ... +

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Interested in an exciting international career? Apply to our Master's Programme in Asian Studies! This interdisciplinary programme is aimed at students who, after their undergraduate studies, want to gain area expertise on contemporary East and South-East Asia. The programme offers students an opportunity to specialise regionally and thematically. Students choose a country or a region of focus in East and South-East Asia but also read courses that are more general and deal with cross-regional issues. During the fourth semester, you will have the possibility to travel to Asia to carry out fieldwork and collect material for your Master's thesis. -
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2 years
English
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MSc in Welfare Policies and Management

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

With a unique combination of perspectives from political science, social work, sociology and economics, this programme provides you with a broad range of knowledge and skills ... +

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With a unique combination of perspectives from political science, social work, sociology and economics, this programme provides you with a broad range of knowledge and skills intended for the management and administration of welfare services. The courses are based on a comparative approach, highlighting differences and similarities across countries, administrative levels and policy areas, including a European Union perspective. In addition to being active researchers in their own field of expertise, our teachers have undergone educational training and make use of modern teaching and assessment techniques. We also bring practitioners into our courses and make visits to different types of agencies involved in the production of welfare services. -
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MSc in Social Anthropology

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

This Master’s programme is strongly research-based. It combines deep subject knowledge with broadened perspectives and links with wider society. The programme applies deep and ... +

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This Master’s programme is strongly research-based. It combines deep subject knowledge with broadened perspectives and links with wider society. The programme applies deep and broad perspectives to an understanding of social communities and culture as a coherent whole. It provides specialisation in the scholarly approach that is fundamental to students aiming to pursue PhD studies, but which also is valuable for advanced work as a policy or operational officer in organisations and activities at different levels. The programme also provides students with broadened theoretical perspectives, expanded knowledge of qualitative methodology, skills to adapt to changing working life and the ability to contribute to development in society and working life. -
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2 years
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MSc in European Affairs

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

As the first European Affairs programme in Sweden (established in 1994), we offer a unique combination of courses, covering topics such as European governance, EU negotiations ... +

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As the first European Affairs programme in Sweden (established in 1994), we offer a unique combination of courses, covering topics such as European governance, EU negotiations, EU law, and Europe in global affairs. In addition to getting a theoretical understanding of these and related topics, we also enable you to bridge theory and practice by taking the opportunity to do a 10 or 20-week internship course at an organisation of your choice. In addition to being part of a dynamic and international student group, you will be taught by highly-trained teachers who are active researchers in their own fields of expertise. -
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2 years
English
Sep 2023
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MSc in International Development and Management

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Lund University
Lund, Sweden

LUMID is an interdisciplinary programme focusing on international development and management. The programme offers students a unique combination of theoretical knowledge, appl ... +

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LUMID is an interdisciplinary programme focusing on international development and management. The programme offers students a unique combination of theoretical knowledge, applied research methods and management skills pertaining to a range of current development areas. Seventy per cent of our students find work within the development sector within a year of graduating. Our alumni have successfully gained employment in an extensive number of development organisations worldwide, ranging from multilateral organisations (e.g. various UN agencies) and international aid and cooperation agencies (e.g. Sida) to non-governmental organisations. LUMID is a member of the Global Association for Master’s in Development Practice (MDP). -
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