Study demography in Groningen

Do you want to learn how demographic forces like fertility, mortality and migration shape population dynamics and inequalities? The University of Groningen offers different programmes related to Demography!

As a demographer you are competent in describing and analyzing both the population dynamics of different countries or regions and the demographic behaviour of individuals or population groups. Also you are an expert in predicting the likely demographic developments for the future. Demographers have a good understanding of contemporary societal problems and issues that affect people in their daily life.

Job prospects

Career options include working at local planning and government offices (muncipality, GGD), (inter)national statistical offices like Eurostat, agencies of the United Nations Development Group (UNFPA), Non-governmental organizations and private companies as data manager or communication expert. See where our alumni end up in this infographic

Student testimonial Júlia Tena

This master’s degree allowed me to expand my knowledge and interests on a wide range of fields, from geographies of health inequalities to migration dynamics, while being given the concrete tools to practice research in these areas. The methodology courses were my personal highlight. The combination of qualitative and quantitative methods courses provided me with a resourceful toolkit that I will be confidently able to draw upon in any future academic and professional projects. Moreover, the engaging learning methods and the constant contact with international community make this challenging learning path into an enjoyable master's degree.