Master of Science in Governance of Sustainability

The Master of Science in Governance of Sustainability at Leiden University offers a transdisciplinary approach to addressing complex environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, water management, and the circular economy. Welcoming students from diverse academic backgrounds like biology, public administration, and international relations, the programme integrates environmental science with governance perspectives. Students collaborate with non-academic actors in policy and practice to co-create real-world solutions. The curriculum is delivered by an interdisciplinary teacher team through co-taught courses that encourage lively discussions and multi-perspective integration. Graduates are prepared to become change agents capable of fostering a more inclusive, just, and sustainable world.

• Participate in immersive, co-taught courses delivered by an interdisciplinary team of instructors
• Integrate environmental science perspectives with governance frameworks to address real-world ecological problems
• Collaborate with non-academic actors in policy and practice to co-create actionable sustainability solutions
• Engage in transdisciplinary teamwork alongside peers from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds
• Investigate complex issues including climate change, biodiversity loss, water management, and the circular economy