Overview

On the  Global Studies - Sustainable Societies and Social Change (One Year) programme offered by Jönköping University , you will have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice. You will learn to use social science methods and tools (such as data collection and analysis) to create solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on a global, regional, and local scale. Furthermore, you will write your thesis with an organisation or activity of your choice (research collaboration), in the non-profit, public, or business sector.

After graduation

The programme is designed to educate change agents with a deep understanding of sustainable development ideas and strategies, and their application in different settings.

You will acquire key competences and soft skills for the professional world, such as self-responsibility, problem-solving skills, and intercultural competence, in addition to skills in project planning and practical experience with sustainability work.

After completing the programme, you will have the relevant theoretical and practical knowledge to take on strategic roles in government agencies, non-government organisations and private businesses. Students at the 2-year programme will also fulfil the requirements for third cycle studies, i.e., doctoral programmes.