Master of Science in Governing Sustainability Transformations
Analyse and drive sustainability transformations across global, regional, and local governance systems.
Best for:Best for graduates with a background in social sciences, policy studies, environmental science, or related fields seeking to specialise in governance, sustainability, and transformative change.
Overview
This Master of Science programme at Radboud University in Nijmegen focuses on shaping sustainability transformations from local to global scales. Students explore how governments, businesses, civil society, cities, and regions tackle critical challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, water management, energy transitions, mobility, and food systems. The curriculum emphasises fair governance and equitable solutions to drive meaningful change. Ideal for graduates with an interest in interdisciplinary sustainability studies, policy analysis, and systemic approaches to environmental and social challenges.
What you'll do
- Analyse and evaluate sustainability challenges across local, regional, and global governance contexts.
- Develop and propose governance strategies to address climate, biodiversity, water, energy, mobility, and food system challenges.
- Engage with stakeholders—governments, firms, civil society, and communities—to co-design equitable and effective sustainability solutions.
- Conduct research on fair governance mechanisms and their impact on sustainability transformations.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects that integrate social, environmental, and policy perspectives.
- Develop skills in policy analysis, sustainability assessment, and transformative change management.
- Participate in fieldwork, case studies, and real-world problem-solving exercises.
- Present research findings and policy recommendations to academic and professional audiences.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Policy Studies, Environmental Science, Political Science, Economics, or a related field.
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc)
Language: English; proficiency at a level suitable for academic study and research.
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess sustainability challenges.
- Ability to conduct interdisciplinary research integrating social, environmental, and policy dimensions.
- Proficiency in research methods and data analysis relevant to governance and sustainability.
- Familiarity with policy analysis frameworks and tools.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Experience with stakeholder engagement or collaborative problem-solving is advantageous.
- Open to international applicants.
- No specific residency or nationality requirements mentioned.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-04-01
Applicants must submit their application through the official Radboud University portal. The application process typically requires a CV, a motivation letter, academic transcripts, and proof of English proficiency. Additional documents may be requested depending on the applicant’s background.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
- Passport-sized photo (if required)
- Letter of recommendation (if applicable)
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