Program Overview
The Science for Sustainable Development at Link\xc3\xb6ping University is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Science for Sustainable Development programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Sweden 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 23,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Linköping, Sweden
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Science for Sustainable Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Critical Perspectives on Sustainable Development\', \'Environmental and Resource Use Challenges\', \'Climate Science and Policy\', \'Analytical Frameworks in Sustainability Studies\', \'Sustainable Resources Management\', \'Designing Environmental Studies in Sustainable Development\', \'Specialisation courses covering 22.5 credits.\', "Master\'s Thesis"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A bachelor\xc2\xb4s degree in either natural sciences, social sciences, health sciences, humanities or engineering or equivilant, that relates to environmental, social or economic aspects of sustainable development.
Each applicant must enclose a Letter of Intent written in English, explaining why they want to study this programme, and a summary of their bachelor\xc2\x92s essay or project. If applicants hold a degree that does not include a bachelor\xc2\x92s essay or project, their Letter of Intent should describe previous studies and any academic activities that are related to the master\xc2\x92s programme or the programmes applied for.
English B/English 6 or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 23,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 23,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Link\xc3\xb6ping 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 Linköping University
Linköping University
Linköping, Sweden
Linköping University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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