Overview

To create sustainable societies and social change, we use applied research based on close cooperation between the academic world and society.

The programme in Global Studies - Sustainable Societies and Social Change (Two Years) at Jönköping University is interdisciplinary and focuses on cross-cultural, comparative research, and long-term social change. You will learn about various theoretical perspectives of sustainability, get experience in data collection and analysis as well as develop practical skills and experiences in planning and working for sustainable societies and social change.

Key facts

The programme provides a set of social science methods and tools for designing and applying solutions in real life situations, within the framework of sustainable development goalsc, by looking into recent changes and trends in different regions of the world. Academics and practitioners will use lectures, case studies, group work, and exercises to strike a balance between theory and practice and to stimulate interaction between participants.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Sciences of Sustainability

Critical Issues in Sustainability: Social Perspectives on Climate Change and the Environment

Critical Issues in Sustainability: Social Justice, Equality, and Human Rights

Research Methods 1 in Global Studies

Critical Issues in Sustainability: Urban and Rural Challenges

Research Planning

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-02 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-05-02 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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Swedish central admission: January 15
JU Direct Application: May 2nd

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jönköping, Sweden

Disciplines

Sustainable Development View 57 other Masters in Sustainable Development in Sweden

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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

IELTS

6.5

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90

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General requirements

The applicant must hold the minimum of a bachelor’s degree (i.e. the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) with at least 90 credits in global studies or social science including independent work, i.e., a thesis or the equivalent. English proficiency is required.

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Tuition Fee

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International

120000 SEK/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60000 SEK per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per semester during 24 months.

Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students

Living costs for Jönköping

7360 - 10800 SEK /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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