About
The International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) in The Hague, part of Erasmus University Rotterdam, is a globally renowned graduate school dedicated to critical social science research and education in development studies. It is best known for its interdisciplinary Master of Arts in Development Studies and its PhD program, attracting a highly diverse international student body from over 100 countries. All programs are taught entirely in English, fostering a truly global learning environment, and ISS provides extensive support for international students, including dedicated academic and pastoral care. A distinctive characteristic is its unwavering commitment to global justice, social change, and a strong focus on perspectives from the Global South.
Background
The International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) of Erasmus University Rotterdam is an independent international graduate school of policy-oriented social science. ISS was established in 1952 by Dutch universities and the Netherlands Ministry of Education. The ISS is located in The Hague, Netherlands. Between 300 and 400 students are enrolled in the ISS programmes, mostly in the Master and PhD programme in Development Studies. The students come from over 150 countries. In addition to its educational work and research, ISS is active in advisory work and institutional capacity building projects.
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