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Finding solutions to complex sustainability problems can be challenging - how can we find a way for both human beings and nature to thrive alongside each other on our rapidly changing planet? How can we mitigate the effects of climate change, and use our energy and resources in a sustainable way? Examine sustainability issues from different perspectives, at the local, regional, and global levels and learn how to take action towards greener and more equitable future. As a student of Global Sustainability Science, you will learn how to interpret the theory, but also acquire skills allowing you to contribute to the transition to a sustainable future. Are you ready to do your part?

Natural and Social Sciences - The right balance

To prepare you for your future as a bridge builder, problem solver or change maker, Global Sustainability Science offers a well-balanced curriculum of courses in the natural sciences and social sciences.

Natural sciences courses, related to Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, give you insight into natural, biochemical and hydrological processes (like the water cycle) that keep the Earth turning. Social sciences courses, such as those in Management, Economics, and Innovation, teach you how socio-economic processes contribute to solutions for sustainability challenges and how those solutions are managed.

Tracks allowing you to choose your direction

The programme offers 5 tracks, allowing you to choose which direction you would like to take during the programme. Students choose the track they would like to take at the beginning of the second year.

• Water, Climate & Ecosystems: Overcome environmental degradation and create solutions for humans, animals and plants
• Energy & Resources: Solving climate change by transforming the way energy is produced and consumed
• Sustainable & Healthy Food: Transforming our food system to be healthy, sustainable and just
• Governance & Societal Transformation: Transforming societal and policy processes to drive sustainable choice behaviour and impactful change
• Business & Innovation: Innovating business for a sustainable, net-zero future

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Why Global Sustainability Science at Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ?

Spoiler: Utrecht is a nice university city, there’s always something going on. Besides that, there are plenty of other reasons to enroll in Global Sustainability Science at Utrecht ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ.

• The Global Sustainability Science programme gives you a broad foundation in sustainability science, and after the first year, you can choose a personal study track for extra depth and specialisation.
• As sustainability is an issue that affects the entire world, the study programme is offered in English. Many of our students come from different countries around the world, and this diversity brings different perspectives and ideas into the classroom. If you have a Dutch ľ¹Ï¸£ÀûÓ°ÊÓ Preparatory Education (VWO) diploma, your English proficiency level should be more than sufficient, but you will also have access to various resources to enhance your English language skills during the study.
• The lecturers are actively involved in the work of the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development, recognised as a world leader in the field.
• The active student association  organises activities every week: from after-school drinks and sports events to symposiums and lectures.