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Geographies of Sustainable Development University of Bergen

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Tuition fee
95000 NOK / year
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Tuition fee
95000 NOK / year
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Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
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Campus location
Bergen, Norway
Campus location
Bergen, Norway

About

Our planet is facing increasing climate changes and sustainability challenges. The Geographies of Sustainable Development degree offered by the University of Bergen gives you the framework, theories and practices to work out research-based ways to solve some of the most important issues today.

Overview

Geographies of Sustainable Development degree offered by the University of Bergen addresses the effects of changing social and political geographies and natural environment in the developing world, also known as the global South.  

  • How can Himalayan farmers adapt to climate change? 
  • How should African fisheries be governed to ensure that the poor can afford to eat nutritious fish? 
  • Are Latin American cities prepared for the transition to greener forms of energy and increasing emphasis on environmental responsibility?  

This study programme will introduce you to the current scientific discourse on human-nature relations and development. You will learn about theoretical approaches to important issues of the day and be trained in practical methods for researching and evaluating factors affecting the environment and people’s livelihoods. 

During the programme, you will develop your skills in critical thinking, analysis, and academic writing.  

You will also have the opportunity to conduct fieldwork in the global South, and use that as the basis for your master’s thesis. 

Career 

Our graduates have highly applicable knowledge and skills for today’s society, as we face a range of global issues such as migration, climate change and sustainability.  

Typical jobs that our graduates go on to do are in  

  • planning
  • regional development 
  • environmental management  

These can be in public or private sector organisations or in NGOs, both in Norway and abroad. Many of our graduates continue in academic research by pursuing a PhD, while others work in the education sector. 

Programme Structure

Courses included:

  • Theory of Science and Research Design for Geographers  
  • Writing Course and Project Description  
  • Geographical Perspectives on Food  
  • Methods in Human Geography 
  • Discourses, Politics and People
  • Critical Perspectives on Environmental Governance 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Bergen, Norway

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • In order to apply for the Master's Programme in Geographies of Sustainable Development you need a bachelor's degree of 3-4 years' duration, or an equivalent educational background. The degree must include at least 1,5 years (80-90 ECTS) of full-time studies in geography or other relevant backgrounds such as environmental studies, development studies or political ecology with a social sciences perspective.
  • Average grade of minimum C (equivalent to Norwegian grade C)
    • Proficiency in English

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    Tuition Fee

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    • International

      95000 NOK/year
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 190000 NOK for the full programme during 24 months.
    • EU/EEA

      Free
      Tuition Fee
      Based on the tuition of 0 NOK for the full programme during 24 months.

    The semester fee is NOK 650

    Living costs for Bergen

    10362 - 16828 NOK /month
    Living costs

    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

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    Available Scholarships

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    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 GBP
    Deadline
    19 Jun 2025
    Scholarship Scheme set up with UiT, The Arctic University of Norway
    Merit-based

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    The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
    Location not available
    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 EUR
    Deadline
    Anytime
    Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
    Merit-based Need-based

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    The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2025
    ServiceScape Scholarship
    Merit-based Need-based

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    Independent provider
    Grant
    500 GBP
    Deadline
    30 Sep 2025
    Anglo-Norse Society - Other awards and Grants
    Merit-based

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    Independent provider
    Grant
    Various benefits
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
    Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
    Need-based

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    Leopold Figl Foundation
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    33600 EUR
    Deadline
    01 Jul 2025
    Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
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    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jun 2025
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    1500 USD
    Deadline
    15 Sep 2025
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    Various benefits
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    25000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
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    5000 CAD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
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    5000 USD
    Deadline
    25 Aug 2025
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    Merit-based

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    educations.com
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    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jun 2025
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    Grant
    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2025
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    1000 USD
    Deadline
    09 Jul 2025
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    1000 USD
    Deadline
    02 Jul 2025
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    90000 AUD
    Deadline
    Not specified
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    Merit-based Need-based

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    The Ramsay Centre
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Dec 2025
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    2000 USD
    Deadline
    01 Sep 2025
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    Grant
    12000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Nov 2025
    Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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    The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    3000 USD
    Deadline
    Not specified
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    Independent provider
    Grant
    2000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Jul 2025
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    Grant
    1500 USD
    Deadline
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    1000 USD
    Deadline
    01 Mar 2026
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    1000 USD
    Deadline
    31 Aug 2025
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    1000 USD
    Deadline
    30 Jun 2025
    $1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
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    Grant
    965 USD
    Deadline
    Anytime
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    500 USD
    Deadline
    31 Oct 2025
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    55 GBP
    Deadline
    19 Jun 2025
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