
Bachelor of Social-Economic sciences (B.Sc.)
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 1,157 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 1157€ for EEA-nationals | 3,100€ for non-EEA nationals (for 60 ECTS credits or one year of full-time study) (subject to yearly revision)
Introduction
This Bachelor’s programme is one of a kind in Flanders, focusing on the intersection of sociology and economics.
The Bachelor of Social-Economic Sciences has a strong international focus. The theory discussed in class will be illustrated by means of international cases and examples. Furthermore this English-taught programme has the potential to attract people from all over the world, so you will be able to start building international networks while still in the classroom.
You’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in social sciences as well as economics, statistics, etc. This provides you with a unique set of soft and hard skills, which is highly appreciated on the job market.
The fact that the programme is offered in the city centre of Antwerp means that you come in contact with a sociologically interesting and multicultural environment, where you can immediately test theory in practice. With its port and innovative character, this metropolis is one of the most attractive business cities in Europe. The economic insights are enriched by guest speakers from the corporate world. Guest speakers from civil society give a unique inside view of the wicked social problems of our time.
The programme is the ideal option for students interested in social sciences and economics who aspire an international career.
Admissions
Curriculum
During your first year, the broad curriculum will introduce you to several different fields. This will help you discover where your interests lie and make a choice for a major in Business Economics, Economic Analysis, Social-economic Analysis or Sociological Analysis in the second and third year.
After this Bachelor’s programme, there are several Masters to choose from at the University of Antwerp or at universities all over the world.helping you discover where your interests lie.
Rankings
UAntwerp, which was founded in 2003, scores extremely well in Young University Rankings
- Times Higher Education Millennials 2020 - Rank 5
- Times Higher Education Young University Ranking 2024 - Rank 12
- QS 50 under 50 2021 - Rank 20
Read more about the university's rankings on our website
Scholarships and Funding
Please read more about available scholarships on the programme's website.
Ideal Students
- Are you interested in economics, people and society?
- Are you fascinated by the field of tension between economic interests and social objectives?
- Do you want to discover how society is organised economically and legally, and which interest groups play which roles?
- Do you look at our society with an open mind?
- Are you eager to learn, do you have a critical attitude and are you prepared to make an effort to successfully complete your education?
- Do you aspire an international career?
Then this is the ideal programme for you!
Career Opportunities
After finishing this Bachelor's programme, you can choose from a wide range of Master's programmes. After obtaining your degree, you are fully prepared to take your first steps in the professional world.
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Program Admission Requirements
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