Why study Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Politics in Nijmegen?
Diversity, equality, and inclusion are central to shaping the future of politics and society. Addressing these issues effectively is essential for both public and private sectors. This Master’s programme offers you a unique blend of theory and practice.
- Gain a deep understanding of the root causes of inequalities, privilege, and marginalisation across various policy domains, including political representation, leadership, political economy, and conflict.
- Analyse how current power structures inhibit or already ensure diversity and inclusion, based on cutting-edge theories and real-world examples.
- Develop practical skills to design, implement, and evaluate organisational interventions and policy solutions that promote equality and inclusion.
- Be part of an interdisciplinary programme that is the only one of its kind in the Netherlands, offering a Master’s (MSc) in Political Science specialising in Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- This programme has an above-average score compared to the national average on three of the five core subjects (Source: Keuzegids 2025).
Master's specialisation in Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Politics
- Learn from renowned scholars in small-scale teaching settings and benefit from a programme that has received outstanding evaluations (Keuzegids Master's 2024) and is known for its vibrant academic community (Academion, 2023).
- Prepare for impactful careers in both the public and private sectors by gaining leadership skills and a deep understanding of the issues shaping modern politics and society.
- Take advantage of dual-degree options with prestigious universities, including American University (Washington, DC), the University of Bamberg (Germany), and the University of Glasgow (UK).
- Join a thriving, dynamic student body and engage in numerous formal and informal activities through the active student association ismus.
Why choose Radboud University
- Our classes are small and interactive, and our professors are easily approachable. There is an open environment where you can easily meet other students.
- Our compact campus in Nijmegen is the greenest and most beautiful in the Netherlands where everything is within walking distance.
- We encourage our students to take a multidisciplinary approach to their studies, and in many cases, you are free to customise your own programme, so you can learn about and research topics that you are passionate about.
- You earn a valuable diploma in an outstanding university system. Furthermore, we stimulate and support the development of your critical skills in order to improve your chances in the job market within your field.
Do you want to know more about what Radboud University has to offer?
With Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Politics
- We teach how intersecting identities related to gender, race, ethnicity, class, religion or disability are constituted, politicised, and are sources of discrimination and inequalities.
- We offer practice-based learning through which you will have the unique opportunity to explore viable strategies for change.
- We offer state of the art theoretical insights and a solid training in research methods.
Nijmegen School of Management
At Nijmegen School of Management, one of the seven faculties within Radboud University in the Netherlands, we have a clear aim: we enable students to play their part in the transformations towards a sustainable society through high-quality scientific research and education. With more than 5,000 curious students and more than 500 dedicated employees, we form a dynamic community. Read more about the faculty’s story and about our mission, vision and strategic themes.