638 Sustainable Development Degree Programs

The part-time Bachelor's degree program in Sustainability Management provides knowledge in sustainability, CSR, ESG, circular economy, climate protection, and sustainable business development. The program combines economic fundamentals with interdisciplinary content, practical projects, and 20 ECTS credits in practical and professional skills.

This innovative MSc in Leadership for Sustainable Rural Development programme is open to applicants from all subject backgrounds and is designed to create leaders and sustainability professionals in all fields and subjects. The course will require a high level of independence, adaptability, engagement with both the University and external organisations, and a willingness to be challenged.

The Executive Master in Sustainability and Circular Economy aims to provide a solid foundation in sustainability management while also offering the opportunity to understand the benefits of the circular bio-economy and contribute directly to it through the transformation of existing businesses, the creation of sustainable products and the implementation of sustainable development goals.

The Master's in Regeneration and Sustainable Development is a 100% online program designed to train leaders capable of transforming organizations in the face of the most pressing environmental and social challenges. Through specialized content, real-world case studies, and applied projects, the program fosters profound change in how businesses manage, make decisions, and create value. It is for those seeking to lead sustainable transformation in the corporate, public, or social sectors, creating real impact through informed, strategic decisions aligned with planetary boundaries.

The LL.M. in Law and Sustainable Development, entirely taught in English, aims at educating professionals capable of using their advanced legal knowledge and skills, integrated with an understanding of the underlying socio-economic issues, to further the realization of the SDGs in the activities of public and private organizations, at the international, national, and local level.

Our MSc in Sustainable Development, Agri-Food, and Co-operatives is offered by the Cork University Business School (CUBS) at University College Cork. Our focus is on a deeper understanding of co-operatives, sustainable development, and agri-food systems.

The programme, taught in English, allows for an in-depth look at the different factors that affect the competitiveness and sustainability of companies and territories, in order to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

The main objective of this master's degree is to train students in the concepts and applications of the Circular Economy and Sustainable Development, positioning them as strategic vectors for business, social and environmental change. The management and implementation of the Circular Economy is crucial for companies and administrations that wish to grow and be competitive in a sustainable manner.

The Master in Sustainability and Circular Bioeconomy Management aims to prepare professionals and companies to understand the benefits of circular economy and contribute directly to it by transforming existing businesses, creating sustainable products, and setting sustainable development goals.

The MSc in Environmental Engineering for Sustainable Development and Territorial Protection focuses on applying engineering principles to solve environmental challenges. The program covers essential topics like sustainable development, climate change effects, water quality management, pollution control and energy planning. Students will participate in practical projects to gain direct experience during their training, including through internships.

Develop the skills to support learning communities in addressing local and global environmental and sustainability challenges.

The Master's Degree Course in Valorization and Sustainable Development of Mountain Areas, taught in English, aims to form professionals who are capable of promoting the enhancement, development and sustainable management of mountain territories, by applying innovative approaches and a systemic vision. Multidisciplinary training will integrate environmental and agroforestry knowledge with proficiency in the economic, legal, historical-geographical and communication skills necessary to clearly delineate the specifics of mountain territories.

The International Online Master in Sustainability and Circular Bioeconomy Management, offered online, aims to prepare professionals and companies to understand the benefits of circular Bio-Economy and contribute directly to it by transforming existing businesses, creating sustainable products, and setting sustainable development goals.

Explore leadership for sustainable change with a International Master’s Programme in Leadership for Sustainable Development – Sociology. Gain critical tools to analyze social systems, manage transformation, and drive sustainable development in diverse and complex societies.

The PhD in Climate Change and Sustainable Development Policies is a joint initiative between the Universidade de Lisboa and the NOVA University of Lisbon. It had its first intake in the academic year 2009-2010. It is part of an interdisciplinary network focusing on the environmental and social sciences, and works in partnership with the University of East Anglia