Overview

Sustainable Development from Leipzig University focusses on issues related to sustainability, the environment and development as well as the challenges in transitioning to a sustainable society.

Quick Facts:

Students examine the opportunities and problems of transitioning to a more environmentally and socially accountable society from various perspectives, acquiring a wealth of knowledge about current and future issues of sustainable development. Hallmarks of the programme are its high degree of relevance to society and its strong interdisciplinary nature.
The programme prepares students to pursue a doctorate and work in further scholarly fields, but also for a wide range of professional careers in companies, organisations and public institutions.
A period abroad of at least one semester is an integral part of the degree programme. With the coordinated range of courses offered at the participating universities in Graz (Austria), Utrecht (Netherlands), Venice (Italy), Basel (Switzerland) and Hiroshima (Japan), students have the opportunity to study at various locations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Perspectives on Sustainable Development

Sustainability Modelling & Indicators

Energy & Materials

Tools for Energy & Materials Analysis

Sustainable Energy Supply

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-27 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leipzig, Germany

Disciplines

Sustainable Development View 68 other Masters in Sustainable Development in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A first bachelor’s degree focusing mainly on economic, social, earth or natural science and related to sustainability topics (this reference can also be proven by corresponding professional experience);

professional experience of usually at least one year.

C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1680 EUR / year

≈ 1680 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1680 EUR / year

≈ 1680 EUR / year

Living costs

Leipzig

Germany

720 - 1047 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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