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Why study Computational Social Science at the UvA?

Unique project-based learning

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Collaborate on weekly projects with fellow students from all over the world and immediately apply your knowledge in interactive classes.

Real problems, real data

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Confront real-world challenges by engaging directly with external stakeholders. Use your analyses to develop interventions that lead to behaviour change. Solve today’s challenges, today.

 Academic and technical knowledge

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Gain a multi-perspective understanding of major societal challenges, while developing a diverse set of digital skills to create effective interventions.

Digital skills for dummies

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Acquire essential digital skills from scratch, tailored for beginners without prior knowledge, covering areas such as programming and data visualisation.

Community with a focus on personal growth

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You are encouraged to be curious, to try and discover. The focus is on learning, so we don't work with grades.
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You really get the chance to make a difference! Read more about Sanne's experience

Is Computational Social Science right for you? 

Yes, if you... 

  • envision yourself as a future change-maker 
  • are excited to use (advanced) research, data science, and programming skills to understand and solve complex problems 
  • have an interest in understanding the legal, economic, socio-cultural, and political contexts of societal challenges 
  • are proactive in taking responsibility for your learning within a dynamic, project-based curriculum 
  • want to collaborate with stakeholders to tackle real societal problems during your Bachelor's
Facts & Figures
Degree programme
BSc Computational Social Science
Mode
Full-time
Credits
180 ECTS, 36 months
Language of instruction
English
Starts in
September
CROHO code
50980
Location
Roeterseiland campus