Overview

Global sustainability challenges ask for a transdisciplinary approach. So that’s exactly what this Master’s programme Global Challenges for Sustainability at Utrecht University is about. You learn how to approach real challenges from different stakeholder- and intercultural perspectives, gain advanced innovative knowledge, and boost your research, entrepreneurial as well as creative skills. Together with international students from different backgrounds and disciplines, and supported by an extended network of academic, society and industry experts, you’ll pave the way for an exciting future.

Key facts

During the second year of the programme, you will put your newly acquired knowledge into action. A newly planned internship phase allows you to expand your knowledge and expertise while working with a company, government agency, NGO or research organisation. During the last phase you will analyse and address an authentic sustainability capstone challenge together with fellow students, scientists, external business and society partners.

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Programme Structure

The study track consists of four phases, a full 2-year programme of 120 ECTS. During the first year (phases 1 and 2), you will first be introduced to the main topics of sustainability, social innovation and transdisciplinary research.

Phase 2 goes more in-depth, where you take modules from one of the four thematic tracks ‘Water’, ‘Life and Health’, ‘Food’ and ‘Energy and Sustainable Cities’.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-22 00:00:00

More details

The second period will be opened on the 17th of March

Language

English

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100

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Utrecht, Netherlands

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy Environmental Sciences View 26 other Masters in Sustainable Energy in Netherlands

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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

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100

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7

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General requirements

Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent recognized as a sufficient qualification for admission to a master’s degree (EQF level 6 or higher).

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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

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Non-residents

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Utrecht

Netherlands

900 - 1450 EUR / month

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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