Program Overview
The Environmental Management and Sustainability Science at Aalborg University is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Environmental Management and Sustainability Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Management and Sustainability Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Current Topics in Sustainability Research I The course module on Current Topics in Research on Sustainable Development aims at providing students with broad knowledge on current research and practice in regards to sustainable development. Topics that will be dealt with include Innovation, Stakeholder Relations, Organisation & Management, Partnerships & Networks, Finance, Climate Change and other environmental problems, Social Responsibility, Tool boxes, etc. The seminars will provide for interaction between research and practice and is intended to facilitate a link between more theoretical/scientific knowledge and more practical knowledge.
- Tools and Systems of Sustainable Development The aim of this course is to provide the students with a thorough understanding of organisations and of the managerial and strategic implications of the environmental and social challenges facing businesses operating on international markets. The course will explain various management philosophies and tools that firms can apply in order to measure, assess, and communicate environmentally and socially responsible performance. Some of the tools included are: Environmental Management Systems, Life Cycle Assessment, Carbon Footprinting and Eco-design.
- Theories of Science and Research Design The course module gives you an understanding of the different theories of science, and how they are connected to the choice of research design. It will make you capable of assessing and communicating choice of and background for research design.
- Current Topics in Sustainability Research II The course module on Current Topics in Research on Sustainable Development aims at providing students with broad knowledge on current research and practice in regards to sustainable development.
- Sustainability by Design The course provides knowledge about how different tools can be used to analyse and solve design-, planning- and policy-related problems and promote sustainable development. The course will focus both on the use of the tools as well as on critical analysis of their use and context.
- Politics, Planning and Governance The course is focussed on power, politics and policy as well as stakeholders, institutions and discourses in relation to decision-making processes. The lectures will be based on current research and aim for critical reflections on planning and decision-making processes.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You can study as a guest student on the first and/or second term or a Master\'s student following the entire two-year degree programme.
Students seeking to enrol in the programme are required to have the following qualifications:
- A bachelor of science degree in engineering, geography or natural sciences.
- Documented working knowledge of written and spoken English (verified IELTS score report with a minimum score of 6.5, TOEFL (paper based) 550, TOEFL (computer based) 230, TOEFL (internet based): 80 or Cambridge ESOL: C1.
All applications are evaluated individually. Please see the FAQ for answers to many specific questions regarding admission.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months