Master’s in Social Protection Policy

This Master’s programme at Maastricht University focuses on social protection policy as a critical tool for improving well-being and fostering inclusive societies. Students engage with real-world case studies, applying theoretical frameworks and empirical methods to design, evaluate, and implement policy interventions. The curriculum covers topics like poverty dynamics, welfare state models, rights-based approaches, and social budgeting, blending local, regional, and international perspectives. Ideal for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners seeking to address systemic social challenges through evidence-based strategies.

• Analyze and evaluate social protection policies using interdisciplinary theories and empirical methods.
• Design and assess policy interventions through real-world case studies and data-driven approaches.
• Apply measurement techniques to identify social challenges and propose evidence-based solutions.
• Engage with local, regional, and international contexts to contextualize policy frameworks.
• Develop skills in social design and social budgeting to address systemic inequalities.
• Collaborate on research projects that bridge academic theory and practical policy challenges.