Master's Programme in Public Planning for Sustainable Development

Why choose this programme? - Interdisciplinary approach: Study key issues of sustainable development from human geography, political science, and sociology perspectives to understand the whole complex nature of sustainability. - Global perspective: Analyse sustainability issues from a comparative viewpoint to develop effective strategies. - Hands-on learning: Learn how to develop and engage in practical field work and problem-based learning. Programme structure The programme focuses on how sustainable development is, can, and must be addressed by governments, public administrations, and other societal actors. It is a One ear Master programme of 60 credits, taught jointly by teachers from human geography, political science, and sociology. First semester In four multidisciplinary courses we explore sustainable development from various angles, including planning studies, comparative policy, sustainability theories and discourses, and practical field studies. What you will gain: - Comprehensive insights: Gain theoretical and empirical knowledge on environmental problems and their social and economic dimensions. - Strategic framing: Understand how environmental problems are framed and their impact on solution strategies. - Comparative perspectives: Learn why and how conditions, problem patterns and strategies vary around the world. - The role of the public planner: Get practice-based insights on the role of the public official and planner working on sustainable development. Second semester In three modules we delve into empirical methods and theoretical approaches to study sustainable development, and train how to effectively design, write, and present your own independent research study. What you will gain: - Method and analysis: Start with a joint course module that enhances your skills in research methods and analysis pertinent to sustainable development. - Specialisation options: Choose to specialise in human geography, political science, or sociology and delve into the literature on a subject of your choice. - Independent project: Formulate and conduct an own research project, exploring significant sustainability challenges.