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Urban Planning and Sustainable Tourism● OpenMastersPreview

Master’s in Urban Tourism and Mobility

Develop sustainable solutions for balancing tourism growth with urban livability and mobility challenges.

Best for:Best for graduates in tourism, urban planning, geography, or related fields seeking to specialise in sustainable urban development and mobility solutions with hands-on European fieldwork.

Breda University of Applied Sciences · Breda, Netherlands
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sustainable urban tourismurban mobility planningstakeholder engagement in urban developmentfield research in European citiestourism and livability
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Jul 1, 2027
260 days
Funding
Unfunded
1 year
Start date
flexible (intake likely in September 2027)
Full-time
Location
Breda
Netherlands

Overview

This one-year master’s specialisation at Breda University of Applied Sciences explores how tourism and mobility can coexist sustainably in urban environments. Students will analyse complex challenges from multiple stakeholder perspectives—tourists, locals, businesses, governments, and NGOs—while applying theoretical knowledge through field research in three European cities. The programme emphasises interdisciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and practical problem-solving to enhance urban spaces and mobility systems. Graduates gain hands-on experience in designing innovative, people-centred tourism and mobility strategies.

urban tourismsustainable mobilitystakeholder collaborationEuropean fieldworklivable citiestourism policyurban planninginterdisciplinary research

What you'll do

  • Analyse urban tourism challenges from multiple stakeholder perspectives (tourists, locals, businesses, governments, NGOs).
  • Develop interdisciplinary solutions for balancing tourism growth with urban livability and mobility needs.
  • Conduct field research in three European cities to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.
  • Engage with stakeholders to co-create strategies for enhancing urban spaces and mobility systems.
  • Develop skills in problem-solving, collaboration, and sustainable urban planning through practical projects.
  • Apply learning to design innovative tourism and mobility policies that prioritise sustainability and inclusivity.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Tourism, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field.

Language: English; proficiency sufficient for academic study and collaboration (no specific test score required).

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proven academic background in tourism, urban planning, or related disciplines.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Basic proficiency in research methods and data analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Nice to have
Experience with urban mobility or tourism policy projects.Familiarity with sustainability frameworks or urban planning tools.Multilingual proficiency (especially English and another EU language).
Eligibility
  • Open to international applicants (no nationality restrictions).
  • No age restrictions or prior work experience requirements.

Funding & terms

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How to apply

Deadline: 2027-07-01

Applicants must submit their application through the university’s official portal. Required documents include a CV, motivation letter, proof of bachelor’s degree, and language proficiency proof (if applicable). Additional materials may be requested based on the programme’s specific requirements.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Motivation letter
  • Proof of bachelor’s degree
  • Language proficiency proof (if not from an English-taught programme)
  • Transcripts of academic records
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Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality
Breda University of Applied Sciences
Netherlands
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