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MA/MS in Governance of Sustainability

Universiteit Leiden

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands•QS 2027 #119 =

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MA/MS in Governance of Sustainability is a master's degree in Natural Sciences & Mathematics programme taught at Universiteit Leiden in Leiden, Netherlands. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 22,500 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 22,500 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked June 2026 · Source: universiteitleiden.nl ·

Program details

Overview

This programme takes a transdisciplinary approach to pressing environmental challenges, bringing together students from varied academic and cultural backgrounds. It teaches how governance and environmental science perspectives can be combined, and how to collaborate with non-academic actors to develop solutions to real-world sustainability issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, water management and the circular economy. Students build skills to combine different scientific disciplines with the knowledge of non-academic actors, aiming to connect science, policy and practice.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Universiteit Leiden

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1575
QS rank: #119 =
Programs: 238
Location: Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Governance of Sustainability award?

Universiteit Leiden awards a Master's Degree in the field of Natural Sciences & Mathematics on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Governance of Sustainability take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does MA/MS in Governance of Sustainability cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 22,500 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Governance of Sustainability taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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