Master in Health Promotion

At Maastricht University, the tuition fee is 18,500 EUR per year.

Problem-Based Learning (PBL) serves as the pedagogical cornerstone of this programme, immersing you in small, interactive groups where you tackle real-world health challenges through collaborative inquiry. By moving beyond traditional lectures, you engage directly with the complex interplay between environment, policy, and human behaviour to develop sustainable, evidence-based interventions.

Empowering Sustainable Change

This master's degree is crafted for those driven to transition from theoretical understanding to practical impact. Whether you aim to influence public health policy, manage community-level health projects, or pursue high-level academic research, the curriculum bridges the gap between scientific evidence and social application. You will learn to:

• Design and implement innovative health-promotion programmes tailored to diverse populations.
• Evaluate the efficacy of health interventions to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Analyze how environmental and structural factors dictate health outcomes across different demographics.

The interdisciplinary nature of the cohort means you will regularly collaborate with peers from varying backgrounds, fostering a rich environment where diverse perspectives on health issues are the norm. This approach ensures that you graduate not just with an MSc, but with the practical toolkit required to act as a consultant, advisor, or project manager capable of navigating the urgent health demands of the modern world.

Maastricht University is known for its innovative Problem-Based Learning approach and strong international profile in the Netherlands. Established in 1976, UM encourages small-group tutorials where students actively solve real-world problems, fostering critical thinking, collaboration and self-directed study. Many programs are offered in English, attracting a diverse international student body and creating a multicultural campus atmosphere.

The university emphasizes research in areas such as health, sustainability, governance and data science, and students can engage in interdisciplinary projects with faculty and external partners. Maastricht’s compact city setting supports an integrated student experience, with easy access to cultural activities, internships across the Dutch and European networks, and numerous student organizations that enrich academic and social life.

Graduates benefit from strong international connections, research-led teaching and practical skills developed through PBL. Career services, exchange programs and industry partnerships help students transition into employment or further study. For international students seeking an interactive, research-active university in a historic European city, Maastricht offers a stimulating environment with a clear focus on applied learning and global perspectives.