Computational Social Science
University of Amsterdam (BSc)
Work with us, a groundbreaking social and environmental datascience programme that combines social science theories with advanced computational techniques to solve real-world challenges, build digitale prototypes and create impact.
What makes CSSci different?
Students work directly with industry and academic partners in a project-based learning environment to co-create computational solutions in addressing societal challenges.
Challenge-Based Learning
Work on real projects with real impact
Industry Partnerships
Direct collaboration with leading organizations
Interdisciplinary Approach
Combine social science with cutting-edge technology
Showcased Student Projects
See how our students are making real impact through computational solutions
Road Danger: Unveiling the impact of car crashes and change the narratives
Why we should care about traffic crash journalism? Traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for people aged 15-29 worldwide. Yet, this topic receives far less attention than other causes of similar mortality. Road Danger started as a research project in collaboration with The Correspondent, aiming to change public opinion on car crashes in The Netherlands.
North Sea Watch: Transforming Maritime Environmental Data into Policy Action
Every year, thousands of ships traverse the North Sea using exhaust gas cleaning systems (scrubbers) that remove sulfur compounds and other pollutants from ship exhaust gases but discharge the contaminated washwater containing toxic chemicals directly into marine ecosystems. While these technologies help vessels comply with international sulfur emission standards by cleaning exhaust gases, they effectively transfer the pollution burden from air to sea through wastewater discharge.
Digital Legal Sustainability Benchmark for the Maritime Industry
In collaboration with IT company Delaware our student team developed in 16 weeks a digital tool, a "pogress bench mark' to support Maritime Companies in a check regarding how compliant they are with new and complex sustainability legislation. Why? The maritime sector is responsible for around 90% of the world's trade, and the shipping sector alone generates an estimated $500 billion in revenue annually. In 2018, the global shipping industry was responsible for 2.9% of global greenhouse gas emissions, which is a significant amount and clearly needs to be cut to create a future for the maritime industry.
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"Inspiring programme and students; they help Surf navigate future tech for universities (this quote is a test!)"
"CSSci has transformed how I think about solving social problems. The combination of theory and hands-on practice is incredible."
"Working with CSSci students brought fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to our organization's challenges."