Industrial Ecology Leiden University

Overview

Industrial Ecology is an emerging scientific discipline that takes a systemic approach to sustainability problems. An interdisciplinary approach, integrating an engineering, environmental and social science perspective is essential for sustainable development. 

The Industrial Ecology MSc programme is a co-operation between Leiden University and Delft University of Technology. Both universities are at the forefront of the field of Industrial Ecology.

Why study Industrial Ecology at Leiden University?

• You will learn concepts, methods and tools to help you identify, design and critically evaluate sustainability solutions and their implementation.

• We offer an international multidisciplinary environment, where all students bring their own specific bachelor knowledge and cultural background.  We believe that this multidisciplinary approach is the best way to move forward.

• Collaboration with third parties, such as national or international partner universities, NGOs, industrial partners, or government institutes is encouraged and facilitated.

• You will be inspired by professors from two world-class universities, who are at the forefront of the field of Industrial Ecology.

Career Opportunities

• With a joint-degree diploma in Industrial Ecology you are well prepared for broad array of career prospects in business, industry and government, as well as non-governmental organisations, universities and research institutes.
• Industrial Ecology graduates find employment opportunities throughout business, industry, and government, as well as in non-governmental organisations, universities and research institutes. They operate as mediators, system designers, innovators and scientific researchers. 
• They are primarily engaged in activities designed to encourage people at all levels of society to consider adopting sustainable practices and to initiate change in existing patterns of production and consumption. Graduates of the programme typically secure suitable employment quickly after graduations.