21 Master's degrees in Sustainable Development in Belgium

This Marine and Lacustrine Science and Management MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) offers both high-end theoretical courses and practical experience through laboratory and field training, discussion seminars, individual and group assignments and internships.

This Environmental Science and Technology programme at Ghent University will train a new generation of professionals to provide sustainable solutions for increasingly complex environmental problems. You will learn to create a healthier living environment for all, whilst avoiding pollution, preserving our ecosystems, and sustainably using and recovering resources

The Master of Sustainable Development prepares the sustainability leaders of the future. Students are trained to become agents of change who will imagine, trigger and effectuate a sustainable future. 

Turn bold ideas into real impact. In this hands-on specialization of the Master in Management, you’ll build an entrepreneurial mindset and develop skills in strategy, marketing, finance and innovation. Tackle real business challenges or bring your own start-up idea to life. Graduate ready to innovate, lead and create opportunities in a fast-changing world.

The MSc Nutrition and Food Systems programme from Ghent University focusses on human nutrition and diets from a food system perspective.

Ready to take your passion for aviation to new heights? Explore the world of airlines, airports and global air transport while tackling real industry challenges. Learn from aviation experts, gain international experience and build the strategic, analytical and management skills to drive innovation and shape the future of this fast-moving industry.

Step into the world of global maritime trade from the heart of Europe’s second-largest port. Explore the dynamics of shipping and maritime logistics, tackle real industry challenges and build the strategic, analytical and leadership skills to navigate change, drive innovation and shape the future of maritime transport.

The University of Antwerp, Ghent University and KU Leuven have combined their expertise to offer you this unique Master’s programme. Through a multidisciplinary approach you will gain in-depth knowledge, skills and attitudes to tackle complex urban environmental challenges by offering sustainable and (eco)technological solutions.

Ghent University's Sustainable Land Management (Urban Land Engineering ) is a two year, full time course. Students can choose between two main subjects: Land and Groundwater Management and Urban Land Engineering.

This two-year European Master of Sustainable Food Systems Engineering, Technology and Business program from KU Leuven promotes a transversal and multidisciplinary approach to a broad range of topics related to the 4S-pillars: Science, Sustainability, Safety  and Simulation.

Sustainable Drug Discovery from Ghent University program, organized by four European universities: Ghent University, Medical University of Gdańsk, University of Lille and the University of Groningen. The program focuses on drug discovery from a sustainability perspective

On the the Sustainable and Innovative Natural Resource Management (SINReM) programme from EIT RawMaterials Academy students are taken through the value chain of raw materials, and are introduced to the sustainability challenges of the circular economy.

This Urban Studies MSc program from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) provides a strong interdisciplinary perspective on urban studies, allowing you to follow a core trajectory of shared courses and to enjoy the freedom to specialise by selecting from a large range of elective modules and courses. 

The International Master of Sustainable and Innovative Natural Resource Management programme from Ghent University educates a new range of resource engineer professionals by focusing on developing concepts and technology along the value chain of raw materials to make it more sustainable. 

This Master in Smart Rurality from University of Namur will enable you to work with various different experts and members of society to organise changing rural zones in a way that promotes people’s well-being and economic, social and environmental sustainability.

Healthy and sustainable diets are a global challenge. While large populations face hunger and undernutrition, overweight and diet-related chronic diseases have taken on pandemic proportions. Ghent University's Nutrition and Rural Development trains a workforce that can think critically and develop programs to improve diet and nutrition of populations. 

Do you want to make a difference to the environment and the way we use natural resources, but you don't know how? We have developed a Sustainable and Innovative Natural Resource Management programme at Uppsala University in which you study, research, and aim to start your own business.

Ghent University's Sustainable Materials Engineering aims at the study of properties, production or extraction, processing, use and recycling of a whole range of materials. Dealing with limited resource availability worldwide in a sustainable way is an important objective of the programme.

The Master of Science degree programme in Sustainable Land Management (Land and Groundwater Management) from Ghent University is a two year, full time course. Students can choose between two main subjects: Land and Groundwater Management and Urban Land Engineering. 

Advanced Design of Sustainable Ships and Offshore Structures from Ghent University program in the design and optimization of ships and offshore structures dedicated to sustainable maritime transport, offshore and renewable energy structures. Students have the opportunity to benefit from the expertise of seven European universities each with its specific nuance, scientific innovation and expertise.