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Overview
The Program is rooted in the Sustainability Transition Management by University of Bologna, which identifies five main transition pathways in industry, energy, urban systems, agriculture and mobility.
Key facts
- The programs will focus on all these five pillars, thus providing participants with a systemic view of how sustainability can be translated into tangible economic, environmental and social outcomes.
- • The University of Bologna ranks 1st in EU and 6th in the world in sustainability (FT Global Ranking 2020)
- Bologna will host the new European Weather Forecast Data Centre of the ECMRW
Data science for sustainability represents a core capability of the Bologna business ecosystem
- Italy ranks 1st in EU with +25% growth rate of companies that implement sustainability practices and 2nd (after Luxembourg) in resource efficiency outcomes.
- The Italian energy giant Enel Green Power is one of the largest renewable-energy companies in the world, with 46 gigawatts of installed capacity.
- The clean technologies market in Italy is around 30 billion euros.
Programme Structure
Course include:
- Sustainable Development
- Ecological Economics
- Climate Change
- Geographies and Geopolitics
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 13 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
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Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
Blended
Campus Location
- Bologna, Italy
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GRE® Required
GMAT Required
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (obtained within the closing date of enrollment of the selection round in which you participate)
- Excellent level of English
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivational letter
- Letters of reference (optional)
- Photograph of recognition
- Concentration Form
- Front and back copy of a valid ID or passport
- If available, a GMAT/GRE certificate with a score above 550 (GMAT) or equivalent (GRE). Applicants uploading this certificate are exempted from the written aptitude test as part of the admission process.
- If available, an English language certificate (TOEFL, IELTS or CAMBRIDGE) attesting a minimum English level of B2 in the European framework. Applicants uploading this certificate are exempted from the written English test as part of the admission process.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals13661 EUR / year≈ 13661 EUR / year
Living costs
Bologna
Italy
750 - 1100 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sustainability Transition Management.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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