Is your goal to understand the complex issues associated with contemporary societies?
As societies become increasingly diverse, change rapidly, and are confronted with expanding inequalities, multiplying crises, proliferating controversies, and the opportunities and challenges associated with developments such as datafication and digitalization, there is a growing need for professionals trained and educated in the analysis of these dynamics.
To become an expert in the analysis of contemporary societies – choose COS!
To become an expert in the analysis of contemporary societies, choose the Master's Programme in Contemporary Societies (COS). You can study individual courses.
In this programme, you choose from six major subjects: Global Development Studies, Social and Cultural Anthropology, Social and Public Policy, Social Data Science, Social Psychology, or Sociology. You also study themes like Data and Society, Ethnic Relations and Migration, Mind and Society, Socio-Cultural Shifts and Sources of Inequalities.
You can find important information regarding your studies on the Instructions for Students website.
For new students: Familiarize yourself with the student checklist, where you can find a collection of practical information and instructions.
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