Overview

Become a Sustainability Professional—Hands-On, Applied, and Impact-Driven with this programme of Sustainability Transitions delivered by the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences .

Key facts

The Master Sustainability Transitions is designed for ambitious graduates and future change-makers who want to lead systemic change in business, policy, and society.

Unlike traditional academic programmes, STR focuses on applied learning, field immersion, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Throughout the programme, you will tackle real-world sustainability challenges—such as energy transitions and circular economy—through direct engagement with partners from the public, private, and research sectors.

Why Choose This Master?

Applied & Hands-On Learning – Work on real transition cases with professional partners

Field-Connected – Embedded in Rotterdam's sustainability and innovation ecosystem

Systems Thinking & Strategy – Integrated business models, governance, and impact

Career-Driven – Prepare for roles in sustainability consulting, ESG, and transformation strategy

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Foundation for Sustainability Transitions

Applied Research for Sustainability Transitions Action Plans

Leadership for Sustainability Transitions

Graduation Portfolio

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-03 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Sustainable Development International Business Social Policy View 47 other Masters in International Business 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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students with a NVAO accredited Bachelor degree

A Bachelor Degree from any academic field or an official statement of the expected graduation date for graduating students.

A comprehensive curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant experience and academic background.

Mandatory participation in a 20-minute oral assessment session

Students with a foreign diploma

A Bachelor Degree from any academic field or an official statement of the expected graduation date for graduating students.

Comprehensive curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant experience and academic background.

Mandatory participation in a 20-minute oral assessment session

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

13950 EUR / year

≈ 13950 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Rotterdam

Netherlands

760 - 1265 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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