34 Sustainability and Environment Degree Programs in Austria

The master program “Socio-Ecological Economics and Policy" is a four-semester program and requires 120 ECTS points to obtain a degree.

The Environmental Sciences and Policy Doctoral Program* provides a unique opportunity to pursue fundamental and applied research to address some of the most urgent environmental challenges in the world. Our graduates emerge from the Program with a broad understanding of diverse approaches to environmental problems, extensive practical research experience, professional networks and analytical and practical thinking skills with a commitment and capacity to addressing environmental challenges.

The programme combines natural sciences, engineering, & business to address responsible consumption and production, circular economy challenges, resource depletion, and environmental impacts. Students choose a specialisation in Resource Supply, Materials, or European Business Strategy & Management.

Agriculture faces numerous challenges such as climate change, water scarcity, resource shortages, pest infestations and increasing consumer demands.

The Environmental Sciences and Policy Doctoral Program* provides a unique opportunity to pursue fundamental and applied research to address some of the most urgent environmental challenges in the world. Our graduates emerge from the Program with a broad understanding of diverse approaches to environmental problems, extensive practical research experience, professional networks and analytical and practical thinking skills with a commitment and capacity to addressing environmental challenges.

The dual Bachelor's degree program in Smart Building Technologies combines engineering training in building technology and building automation with study and practical phases in partner companies. Content from automation, information technology, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and sanitary engineering, lighting technology, business and management is taught in a practice-oriented manner.

Artificial intelligence and data science are technologies that permeate almost all areas of life and work and are now indispensable. With the master's program AI for Sustainable Technologies, you will become responsible designers of a future in which people are supported by AI in a sustainable way. During your studies, you will focus on the two central terms 'artificial intelligence' and 'sustainable technology development' and learn to combine your technical skills in data science and software engineering with your skills in designing and discussing sustainable AI.

The Bachelor's degree program provides an engineering education with a focus on environmental engineering, process engineering, and energy technology. Topics include water treatment, bioenergy, CO2 reduction, waste and wastewater management, and decentralized energy systems. A professional internship and international study opportunities complement the program.

The Master's degree program in Environmental, Process, and Energy Engineering provides comprehensive knowledge to design both existing plants and new concepts in a sustainable manner. Graduates have excellent career opportunities in the field of "Green Technologies". Economic and law topics taught in the curriculum round out the master's program from a fundamentally sound and international perspective.

A practice-oriented Master's program in Environmental, Process, and Energy Engineering with a focus on process engineering, energy technology, environmental technology, plant engineering, and chemical engineering. The program is offered as a full-time, English-language course or a part-time, German-language course and comprises 120 ECTS credits over four semesters.

Energy generation and transmission, heat supply, industrial processes, building technology and energy efficiency: The entire energy sector is undergoing a transformation process towards an efficient overall system based on renewable energies (solar, wind, water, biomass).

The energy sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation: climate change, growing energy demand, renewable energy, and digitalization are reshaping the entire system. Professionals are needed who combine technical expertise, economic insight, and regulatory know-how with digital thinking.

Back to its roots. Right now, wood as a raw material is in fashion. No wonder, as there are a lot of benefits to this versatile material which go beyond visual and haptic ones. Plus, it is environmentally friendly. In our Master's degree in Forest Products Technology & Management, deepen your knowledge about this renewable energy source and become a sought-after manager!

Renewable energies have long since moved beyond their niche status. Now the challenge is to integrate them as effectively as possible into the existing energy system. One of the biggest challenges in this context is the increased coupling of the electricity, gas, heating, transport, and building sectors.

Der Master-Studiengang Umwelt und Nachhaltigkeitsmanagement bereitet Sie auf die Umsetzung von ökologischen und sozialen Strategien in Unternehmen vor.