Master's Degree English 2 years | 120 ECT

Global Relations and Sustainable Development - Master's Programme

Norwegian University of Science and Technology · Trondheim, Norway
TuitionConfirm with admissions
Duration2 years | 120 ECT
Teaching languagesEnglish
DegreeMaster's Degree
Credits120 ECTS
Programme provider

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Trondheim, Norway · Accredited programme

University profile
At a glance

Global Relations and Sustainable Development - Master's Programme is a master's degree programme lasting 2 years | 120 ECT, taught in English at Norwegian University of Science and Technology in Trondheim.

Program overview

The international interdisciplinary Master's in Global Relations and Sustainable Development examines the complex interplay of political, economic, environmental, cultural, and social aspects of societal change within a rapidly shifting global landscape. Key themes include global inequality, climate and environmental change, energy transitions, cultural shifts, global markets and technologies, migration, and conflicts and disaster response. Drawing on diverse geographical research, these topics are examined through global relations and justice lenses, emphasizing their sustainable development implications across scales and localities. The programme combines cross-disciplinary education and research methods, equipping students with empirical insights, analytical tools, and practical skills to assess and develop policies for local, national, and global development. Students will collaborate with peers from around the world and have the opportunity to undertake internships with globally oriented organisations.

CityTrondheim
Credit load120 ECTS

Admission requirements

Programme-specific requirements recorded in SIT Connect.

  • Please see the programme site.

Language requirements

The official programme record lists English. It does not publish a programme-specific minimum language-test score, so no score is invented here.

EnglishPrimary teaching language

Required documents

Preparation checklist; final document rules and certified translations are confirmed during application review.

Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the programme's teaching language, when requested
Completed application form and recent photograph
Curriculum vitae and motivation statement
Recognition or equivalency evidence, when requested

Accreditation

This programme is recorded as accredited in the central catalogue.

Application journey

1Choose the programme

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2Check eligibility

SIT Connect reviews your education and language background.

3Prepare documents

Complete the university-specific checklist and translations.

4Send an application request

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Global Relations and Sustainable Development - Master's Programme?

The official catalogue records a duration of 2 years | 120 ECT and 120 ECTS.

Which languages are used for Global Relations and Sustainable Development - Master's Programme?

The official programme record lists English. A required language certificate or minimum score must be confirmed for the chosen intake.

What is the tuition fee?

A current programme-specific tuition fee has not been published in SIT Connect.

Can I apply now?

There is no active intake for this programme.

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