Urban Sustainability Studies Maastricht University

Overview

More and more people live in our ever-growing cities, affecting natural resources, the environment, and social equality. This Urban Sustainability Studies degree from Maastricht University is all about understanding and solving these challenges. You will dive into topics like circular economy, AI, and materials science while also learning about how society, history and the economy play a role in all of it.

The best part? You get to choose your own path and even do minors at different locations across Europe. You will team up with international students to tackle real-world challenges, like making cities greener and smarter and using data and tech to find solutions. By the end, you’ll be ready to make a real difference and help shape a more sustainable future!

Career opportunities

The programme’s Intended Learning Outcomes equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for careers in urban sustainability. Your skills will cover economics, business, urbanism, engineering, environmental sciences, and the humanities. 

With the interdisciplinary and hands-on approach, you will develop not only a sharp, global perspective, but also the ability to think critically, adapt to change, and keep learning throughout your life. This is how you will help shape the sustainable, smart, and inclusive cities of the future.