142 Master's degrees in Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences in Netherlands

This Master's programme discusses the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, such as environmental justice, nature conservation and biodiversity, animal welfare, circular economy, agriculture and food, sustainable energy, climate change, and water. 

The Master’s in Global Challenges for Sustainability from University of Barcelona is a unique international learning opportunity that will help you become a change-maker. Students work on real-life global challenges with national and international organisations and emerge with essential skills for the 21st century.

With the Governance of Sustainability Transformations programme at Wageningen University and Research you will develop in-depth understanding of the social, political and legal dimensions of transformative governance and put this to work in designs of and negotiations over novel governance arrangements.

Tackle real world sustainability challenges at the local level. This specialisation equips you to integrate policies on energy, climate, water, mobility, agriculture and more, across cities and regions in the Netherlands or abroad.

How can you design and change organisations to deliver societally responsible and economically valuable contributions? Learn to successfully mobilise action in organisations to address contemporary societal challenges.

The General Biology (Biological Sciences) programme from the University of Amsterdam is designed for students who do not wish to restrict their focus to one subject in the field of biology. Your study may cover topics such as the molecular mechanisms of a virus or the population dynamics of African elephants.

Are you interested in learning about societal problems and governance responses in an online community? Discover Public Governance, Management and Policy programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam.

The Climate Studies programme at the Wageningen University and Research focuses on an improved understanding of climate change across the earth and its impact on ecosystems and society.

Are you up to the challenge of finding innovative approaches to improve the state of the environment and sustainable solutions to the (long-term) threats it faces? The Environmental Sciences programme at Wageningen University and Research has its roots in the natural, technological and social sciences.

The Ecology Futures, M.A. course from Avans University of Applied Sciences focuses on how bioart and biodesign can create alternative futures. In which present-day ecological concerns are addressed.

In the Environmental Management (Earth Sciences) programme from the University of Amsterdam, you learn to combine knowledge on hydro- and geo-ecological systems with interdisciplinary approaches aiming for the sustainable management of the environment. Examples include the management of nature reserves, urban blue-green spaces, and the revitalisation of degraded landscapes.

Become a financial expert with a heart for the environment. Facing global challenges, financial institutions and other organizations are increasingly taking environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into account when making decisions. In the Finance - Sustainable Finance track of Tilburg University program, you will learn how sustainability issues change the concept of finance.

Are you curious about how cities can lead the way in tackling urgent challenges like inequality, housing and climate change—while ensuring inclusive and just outcomes? Then the master track Urban Governance of Inclusive Sustainable Cities programme from Erasmus University Rotterdam is the perfect choice for you.

The River Delta Development at HZ University of Applied Sciences is a unique joint degree offered by three universities of applied sciences with complementing expertise in the field of water: HZ University of Applied Sciences (coastal regions), Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (river systems), and Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (urban water).

In this Master's programme we rethink the principles of current economic systems and analyse how to enhance the environmental responsibility of businesses. We aim to develop new business models that contribute to a sustainable future. What does a sustainable and just economy look like, and how can we enable such a new system?

Focus on sustainable development and how economic systems and policies can support Sustainable Development Goals. Work directly with policy makers on finding solutions to complex societal challenges during this Economics of Sustainability from Erasmus University Rotterdam.

This Sustainability Science in Transforming Societies interdisciplinary programme from Maastricht University equips you to navigate the complexities of sustainability transformations. Gain a systems perspective, skills for research and assessments, and become a bridge-builder for sustainability in various domains.

The International Land and Water Management program from Wageningen University and Research explores land and water management issues at different scales. 

Focus on the relationships between different communities within an ecosystem. Find out how they respond to environmental stress and unravel ecosystem dynamics. Use these insights to contribute to nature conservation and restoration.

Are you passionate about the environment? Join the Master’s Programme in Earth Sciences at the University of Amsterdam.