Combining Master's programmes

Combining two Master’s programmes is a way to acquire a degree in Behavioural Science and a degree from another programme. It gives you the advantage of a broader understanding and expertise, making you more versatile. In principle every combination has its value but if you like to combine the Research Master's in Behavioural Science with a programme with a more common background, you might think of the Research Master's programme in Cognitive Neuroscience, the Master's programme in Pedagogische Wetenschappen (Dutch taught) or the Master's programme in Gezondheidszorgpsychologie (Dutch taught). 

Exemptions  

If the Master’s programmes you like to combine complement each other, such as with the Master's in Pedagogische Wetenschappen, Gezondheidszorgpsychologie or the Research Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience, it’s possible to get exemptions of overlapping courses and, if applicable, the thesis, to reduce the study load. In order to get these exemptions students must submit a personal and individual request to the examination boards of both programmes for approval. Such a request can be filed only after having been admitted to both programmes.  

Registration and Admission  

If you choose to combine your Master's programme in Behavioural Science with another Master's programme, you should start by checking whether you meet the admission criteria of this second Master's programme. You may also have to go through a selection procedure for this second Master's programme.   

More information  

If you want more specific information about the combination of your Behavioural Science Master's programme with another Master's programme, please consult the coordinator of the Research Master's Behavioural Science via bs [at] bsi.ru.nl (bs[at]bsi[dot]ru[dot]nl).