Specific entry requirements
A first-cycle qualification comprising at least 180 credits of which at least 90 credits are for specialised study in one of the main fields of study human geography, sociology, political science, history, gender studies, media and communication studies or equivalent. The applicant must also have qualifications corresponding to the course "English 6" or "English B" from the Swedish Upper Secondary School.
Tuition fees
EU citizens
If you have citizenship in a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are NOT required to pay application or tuition fees.
Non - EU citizens
Tuition fee, first instalment: 41906 SEK
Total fee: 83812 SEK
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.
Programme syllabus Master's Programme in Public Planning for Sustainable Development, 60 credits
