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A Master of Science degree, which is often referred to as an MSc degree, typically requires around two years of research-based study. It is a postgraduate degree awarded to students studying in fields that tend to deal more with hard facts like mathematics or science. Most universities allow students to pursue this degree full-time, part-time, or online. What is an MSc in Social Sustainability Stu… Read more

A Master of Science degree, which is often referred to as an MSc degree, typically requires around two years of research-based study. It is a postgraduate degree awarded to students studying in fields that tend to deal more with hard facts like mathematics or science. Most universities allow students to pursue this degree full-time, part-time, or online.

What is an MSc in Social Sustainability Studies? It is the study of the nature of sustainability and how it can be integrated into the function of businesses and communities. Students may learn about the importance of ethical leadership, judgment, and decision-making. Other topics include systematic and cost-benefit analysis, sustainable cities, energy analysis for energy efficiency, science of sustainable water, and global environmental markets.

Students pursuing a Master of Science in Social Sustainability Studies tend to develop strong communication skills that allow them to share complex ideas with a variety of individuals. They learn important research skills and how to analyze complex ideas.

MSc in Social Sustainability Studies degree programs are offered at a variety of schools and institutes. Each university sets its own cost of enrollment, so students should research each program of interest and contact the school for information on the cost of registration and fees.

Many organizations are in need of sustainability professionals. An MSc in Social Sustainability Studies is applicable to many fields, such as industrial manufacturing, risk and environment management, financial services, utilities, energy, media, food service, technology, and environmental stewardship. Graduates may find themselves working as natural sciences managers, chemical engineers, chief sustainability executives, and health and safety engineers.

Sustainability is an important global issue, and universities in many countries offer MSc programs that focus on social sustainability studies. Students can choose to study full-time or part-time, and online or on-campus. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

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MSc in Infrastructure and Green Cities: Managing Sustainable Water, Transport, Energy, Waste and Drainage Services
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Erasmus University Rotterdam - Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Rotterdam, Netherlands +1 More

This specialisation track focuses on how local governments can manage, finance and provide infrastructure to deliver quality services while improving the cities’ green perform ... +

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This specialisation track focuses on how local governments can manage, finance and provide infrastructure to deliver quality services while improving the cities’ green performance. Key topics include the switch to a circular economy, renewable energy, green transport and infrastructure (include drainage) and sanitation, and the provision of drinking water. -
MSc
Full-time
12 months
English
Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MSc in Environmental and Infrastructure Planning
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University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands

The MSc in Environmental and Infrastructure Planning is the best Planning master in the Netherlands, according to the yearly Elsevier magazine survey. During the program, you ... +

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The MSc in Environmental and Infrastructure Planning is the best Planning master in the Netherlands, according to the yearly Elsevier magazine survey. During the program, you are going to compare international theory and practice, study urban areas and issues of infrastructure, environment, and water, while involving thinking (policy strategies) and doing (practical work on projects and plans). Our program is linked to international (e.g., AESOP) and national (e.g., Ministry of Infrastructure and Environment) institutes and Groningen offers a wide range of English-language course options and facilities. -
MSc
Full-time
English
01 Sep 2021
Campus
 

MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate in Housing Studies (with Internship)
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University of Stirling
Stirling, United Kingdom

This MSc/PgDip Housing Studies (with internship) course fully integrates all of the academic and practice components of the professional qualification of the Chartered Institu ... +

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This MSc/PgDip Housing Studies (with internship) course fully integrates all of the academic and practice components of the professional qualification of the Chartered Institute of Housing. This includes a 10-week structured, assessed work experience internship, which sets up graduates for a ‘fast track’ into a career with housing organisations in the social, voluntary and private sectors. -
MSc Postgraduate Certificate
Full-time
Part-time
12 - 21 months
English
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

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MSc in Conservation Studies
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University of St Andrews
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom

The MSc Conservation Studies is a one-year interdisciplinary Masters degree. It provides a scientific understanding of data collection and analysis, environmental governance, ... +

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The MSc Conservation Studies is a one-year interdisciplinary Masters degree. It provides a scientific understanding of data collection and analysis, environmental governance, and conflicts between conservation and societies. -
MSc
Full-time
English
06 Sep 2021
11 Aug 2021
Campus
 

Master in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure
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KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Stockholm, Sweden

The master's programme in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure provides students with the tools to solve future environmental problems and prepare for care ... +

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The master's programme in Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure provides students with the tools to solve future environmental problems and prepare for careers as environmental engineers. Students will increase their understanding of the properties and functions of water and ecosystems, learn how to assess the local and global environmental impact of human activities, and apply advanced methods, techniques and modelling tools to describe, quantify and solve environmental problems. The scope of the programme is international and interdisciplinary. -
MSc
Full-time
2 years
English
Aug 2021
Campus
 

ICP-Master of Sustainable Development (Leuven et al)
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KU Leuven
Leuven, Belgium

The Master in Sustainable Development is a research-driven educational program, mindful of ethics, gender and diversity, that prepares the sustainability leaders of the future ... +

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The Master in Sustainable Development is a research-driven educational program, mindful of ethics, gender and diversity, that prepares the sustainability leaders of the future. The main objective is to train you to become an agent of change that will imagine, trigger and build the sustainability transition of the twenty-first century. The distinctive strength of this master’s program is its interdisciplinary character that bridges societal, ecological and sustainability challenges. -
MSc
Full-time
2 years
English
Campus
 

MSc Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering with Extended Research
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The University of Nottingham - Faculty of Engineering
Nottingham, United Kingdom

This new two year MSc course is made up of two semesters of taught modules followed by a year-long project. Wherever possible, the project will be undertaken in collaboration ... +

This new two year MSc course is made up of two semesters of taught modules followed by a year-long project. Wherever possible, the project will be undertaken in collaboration with industry. -
MSc
Full-time
2 years
English
Campus
 

Master of Science in Sustainable Building Information Management
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Jönköping University
Jönköping, Sweden

The Master programme Sustainable Building Information Management gives the student knowledge, skills, and tools needed to produce, use and manage BIM in the building sector to ... +

The Master programme Sustainable Building Information Management gives the student knowledge, skills, and tools needed to produce, use and manage BIM in the building sector to create sustainable values. The knowledge received in the programme will enhance the careers of existing professionals and create new career paths for young professionals, e.g. as BIM engineer, BIM coordinator, and BIM manager. Positions that did not exist until recently, but now they are key positions in many companies. -
MSc
Full-time
2 years
English
23 Aug 2021
Campus
 

MSc Sustainable Construction
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Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Suzhou, China

The MSc Sustainable Construction programme gives you technologically advanced knowledge, problem-solving skills and a comprehensive understanding of the key aspects of sustain ... +

The MSc Sustainable Construction programme gives you technologically advanced knowledge, problem-solving skills and a comprehensive understanding of the key aspects of sustainability in civil engineering construction. During your studies, you will gain a critical awareness of current and future challenges associated with the intervention of sustainability strategies and their integration in the civil engineering sector, as well as prospective solutions from existing and emerging scientific technologies. -
MSc
Full-time
18 - 36 months
English
Sep 2021
15 Jun 2021
Campus
 

MSc in Sustainable Critical Infrastructure
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Khalifa University
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

The M.Sc. Sustainable Critical Infrastructure (M.Sc. in SCI) program will be conducive to developing highly skilled researchers and workforce and attracting substantial govern ... +

The M.Sc. Sustainable Critical Infrastructure (M.Sc. in SCI) program will be conducive to developing highly skilled researchers and workforce and attracting substantial government and industry interest. The academic program is designed to develop core capabilities, through the integration of coursework and research that is critical to the region. -
MSc
Full-time
Part-time
2 - 3 years
English
Jan 2022
16 Oct 2021
Campus
 

MS in Environmental Studies, Advocacy for Social Justice and Sustainability
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Antioch University
Yellow Springs, USA +4 More

Scientific discovery is groundbreaking, but advocacy is essential to forging real progress and enacting systems-level change. Whether you want to impact the community, state, ... +

Scientific discovery is groundbreaking, but advocacy is essential to forging real progress and enacting systems-level change. Whether you want to impact the community, state, national or international level, we will help you develop the knowledge, skills, and networks to be effective. Equip yourself with the skills to bring environmental issues to the forefront of global progress. -
MSc
Full-time
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Social Responsibility MS
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St Cloud State University Herberger Business School
St. Cloud, USA

The Social Responsibility program offers you an interdisciplinary experience in social justice, community activism, and egalitarian social change. Built on the strengths of tr ... +

The Social Responsibility program offers you an interdisciplinary experience in social justice, community activism, and egalitarian social change. Built on the strengths of traditional academic disciplines in sociology, human relations, and women's studies, the program provides you with intellectual experiences that enable you to explain the real world and engage in efforts to change it in egalitarian ways. Through this program, you will gain a well-round education that engages you in both academic inquiry and practice of social change informed by critical theoretical perspectives with courses in theory, research methods, and other substantive areas. You will be prepared to go into the world of community action, work in non-governmental or governmental sectors, industry, non-profit, policy groups or pursue further education. -
MSc
English
Sep 2021
Campus
 

Master of Science in Green Building
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San Francisco Institute Of Architecture
Alameda, USA

Reach the highest level of green building expertise with a fast-track distance learning Master Degree Program. Green building specialist skills are needed throughout the busin ... +

Reach the highest level of green building expertise with a fast-track distance learning Master Degree Program. Green building specialist skills are needed throughout the business world, including nonprofits and government agencies, the construction and building development industries, and the design professions. -
MSc
English
Sep 2021
 

MSc in International Development Practice
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University of St Andrews
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom

The MSc in International Development Practice is a one-year interdisciplinary Masters degree. Taught by academic staff and development practitioners, it explores the theoretic ... +

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The MSc in International Development Practice is a one-year interdisciplinary Masters degree. Taught by academic staff and development practitioners, it explores the theoretical and practical aspects of international development work. -
MSc
Full-time
English
06 Sep 2021
11 Aug 2021
Campus
 

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