Master
Sustainability Transitions
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for aspiring change-makers focused on systemic sustainability transitions in business and policy; applied research emphasis with solid institutional backing but sparse public career outcome metrics.
Tuition · Intl
↗€14,449
EU: €2,694/year · click ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Jun 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2025
Admission
Open
no intake cap
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S:F ratio
↗18:1
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Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
850 bachelor routes ↗
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About this program
The Master Sustainability Transitions (STR) is designed for professionals and future change-makers who want to drive systemic change in business, policy, and society.
Unlike traditional programmess, STR places strong emphasis on applied learning and practical engagement. Throughout the programme, you will work directly with companies, policymakers, and research institutions to tackle real-world sustainability challenges in energy transitions and circular economy.
Your learning is grounded in real cases, strategic action plans, and field immersion, making this master truly applied, hands-on, and impact-driven.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English60 ECTSMaster of ScienceSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (Hogeschool Rotterdam) is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands with over 38,000 students.
Living in Rotterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€580/mo
Monthly total
€850–€1,600
Cost of living
Medium
Population
651k
Modern, innovative, and business-oriented. Rotterdam is less touristy than Amsterdam, offering a more authentic Dutch experience. The city is known for its contemporary architecture and entrepreneurial spirit.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
Year 1
- Transition theory & systems thinking
- Sustainability challenges from multiple perspectives
- Strategic interventions & circular modelling
- Applied research & Transition Action Lab
- Leadership retrospective & STAP
60 ECTS total · semester-by-semesterSource ↗
Career outcomes
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Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-06-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-04-01
Application deadline
2027-06-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-04-01
Application deadline
2028-06-01
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL internet based: 90
Scholarships
NL Scholarship (Holland Scholarship)Not specified on RUAS overview page
LPDP-Netherlands Joint Scholarship ProgrammeNot specified on RUAS overview page
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