Courses

Courses

• Honours Course in International Development

  Part of the VU Amsterdam Honours Programme, this course offers students the opportunity to explore international development issues such as conflict resolution, migration, poverty reduction, and climate change, all aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (2016-2030).

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• Master Course ICT4D

  The Master's Course ICT4D at VU Amsterdam trains future professionals to bridge the digital divide using user-centered and collaborative approaches. Aligned with the Principles for Digital Development, the program includes courses like “ICT4D” and “ICT4D in the Field,” where students engage in Community Service Learning projects in regions like rural Malaysia or Ghana. This hands-on experience equips students with essential skills while fostering ethical reflection in ICT4D 3.0.

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• Environment & Development course

  Dive into the complex, global relationship between sustainable environmental management and economic development with our Environment & Development course, part of the Minor in Development & Global Challenges. This interdisciplinary course encourages students to critically examine how societal choices about resource allocation affect local and global environments.

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• Feeding the Billions: Challenges and Innovation in Food and Water Security

  This course explores diverse approaches to food and water security, addressing the critical challenges of feeding a growing global population, projected to reach 9 billion by 2050. Students will investigate international policy agreements and community-based initiatives, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. 

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• Bridging Programme and Pre-doctoral programmes

  Are you an incoming PhD student at VU Amsterdam? Ease your transition into the PhD journey with our pre-doctoral and bridging programmes designed to prepare you for success!

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• Bridging Divided Perspectives: Conflict, Conflict Resolution and Mediation from a Multi-Disciplinary Perspective

  Looking to gain a multi-disciplinary perspective on conflict resolution while developing skills and insights to effectively manage conflicts? Then this course is for you!

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• Introduction to International Anti-Money Laundering Law & Compliance

  Gain specialized knowledge in Anti-Money Laundering Law & Compliance, tailored for DNFBPs and CSAs. This course will help you stay ahead of evolving regulations and ethical responsibilities in the AML framework. Participants will explore the evolving legal landscape and the critical role of DNFBPs in combating money laundering, equipping both students and practitioners with essential skills to navigate this dynamic field effectively.

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