Career prospects

The Master's specialisation in Borders, Migration and Justice provides graduates entry into rapidly growing sectors of the job market, be it government, business or academia. Graduates will be able to apply the scientific insights and practical skills acquired to topics as varied as Europeanization, internationalisation, borders, identities, cross-border governance and international cooperation and politics.

After your studies

This specialisation hands you the knowledge and skills for a career in jobs such as:

  • Policy advisor in local, national or supranational government
  • Research or advisory position with local, regional and international organisations tackling concerns such as the rights to mobility, the plight of refugees, the potential of cross-border regional development, or the transnational role of diasporas.
  • Researching and/or teaching in the field of human geography, geopolitics, international relations, development studies, border studies, migration studies, European studies, conflict studies
  • Research and advisory positions for NGO’s, critical journalism and advocacy platforms
  • Part of our mission is also to nurture engaged citizens who drive social change through activism and critical thinking. 

Radboud Career Service

You can always contact the Radboud Career Service or Career Service NSM. The Career Service offers students and young alumni guidance and support as they venture into the labour market. Career Service is available for career guidance, job application tips, or if you require information about internships and job vacancies.

Why stop learning after graduation?

Do you want to keep pace with the rapid progress in our current society after your studies? Then a post-master might be something for you. The Radboud Academy offers many opportunities for lifelong development.

Or do you want to learn to translate your academic skills into an actual job? Then you can participate in our Young Professional Programme after your master's (in Dutch).