Joint International Master's Programme in Sustainable Development
An interdisciplinary Master's programme focused on societal transitions toward sustainability through international cooperation.
Best for:Best for students with a background in natural or social sciences seeking an interdisciplinary approach to sustainability policy and research.
Overview
The Joint International Master's Programme in Sustainable Development is an interdisciplinary course designed to equip students with the skills to address complex global sustainability challenges. Run by a consortium of international universities, the programme emphasizes research, intervention strategies, and methodologically sound problem-solving. Students gain a deep understanding of the interactions between natural, social, and economic systems while developing the social and scientific competencies required for professional roles in research, policy, and consultancy. The curriculum includes a mandatory mobility semester at a partner institution, fostering a global perspective on sustainability.
What you'll do
- Engage in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary case studies to address complex sustainability problems.
- Develop and apply scientific methods and instruments for research in sustainable development.
- Participate in a mandatory mobility semester at a partner university to gain international perspectives.
- Conduct independent scientific research leading to a Master's thesis.
- Collaborate in diverse teams to develop intervention strategies for societal change.
- Present research findings through scientific publications and academic presentations.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in natural or social sciences, engineering, or equivalent fields.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 level (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge C1 Advanced).
Instruction: English
- Academic background in natural sciences, social sciences, or engineering.
- Proven English proficiency at C1 level.
- At least 12 months of qualified professional experience after the Bachelor's degree (for Leipzig University applicants).
- Strong motivation for interdisciplinary sustainability research.
- Hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Meet the specific professional experience requirement for Leipzig University.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-03-15
Applications must be submitted through the official joint degree portal. Candidates are required to provide academic transcripts, a motivation statement, and two letters of recommendation.
- Academic transcripts
- Motivation statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of English proficiency
- CV
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