Overview

The Master Degree Programme Sustainable Transition at Justus Liebig University Giessen has a standard period of study of four semesters. All courses and examinations are offered online and can be taken remotely. If you wish physical presence in Giessen during your studies, you can attend courses of the summer school.

Career

This study programme qualifies for working in areas that are closely related to sustainable transition processes in agricultural and food systems, i.e. working to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our graduates work in leading positions such as executive managers and consultants in private business, public authorities, governmental and non-governmental organizations.

Moreover, the graduation also allows starting a career as (junior) scientist at universities and non-university research institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Applied Statistics

Theory and Practice of Economic Development

Global Food Markets

International Economics

Climate Change and Economic Development

Sustainable Food Systems

Resource Economics, Sustainability & Environmental Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-20 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gießen, Germany

Disciplines

Economics Political Science View 37 other Masters in Political Science 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

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS-points and the grade good or very good (Minimum Grade of 2.6 German grading system) in one of the following scientific fields:

Agriculture
Nutrition
Natural or environmental sciences
Economics
Political science

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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

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

As a public university, JLU Giessen does not charge tuition fees. You only pay a semester contribution

Living costs

Gießen

Germany

630 - 1000 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sustainable Transition.

Available Scholarships

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