International Institute of Social Studies

Part of Erasmus University Rotterdam
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Join our one-year MA in Development Studies and take the next step in your career.

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Launch of the REISS Scholarship

A new partnership supporting Arab Master’s students

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Highlights

2024-25 MA batch write about development

Best student essays on society, gender, conflict and decoloniality

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Development Studies - is this the MA for you?

Develop a critical understanding of major debates, theories and interventions in development studies

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  • Exploring the inequalities in climate change adaptation policies

    Co-authored by ISS alumni, 'Where we stand' examines how 4 areas in Rotterdam are impacted by climate change and the policies addressing these challenges
    Where we stand - section of book cover - cartoon of people standing looking at a screen
  • Pedalling through the gig economy

    Dr Roy Huijsmans explores the highs and lows of young people working as food delivery couriers on Studio Erasmus
    Roy Huijsmans on stage speaking with Geert Maarse on Studio Erasmus
  • Forgotten crises of war

    Dr Bilge Sahin and Innocent Mazombo (Rescue for Vulnerable Persons) unpack the complexities of justice, resilience and the lived realities of women and girls in
    Bilge Sahin

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