Overview

Upon completion of the programme, students Sustainability Transformations at University of Bern of will be equipped to critically analyse sustainability issues in interconnected dimensions and develop comprehensive practical solutions at local, national, and international levels. Students will identify solutions that address the causes – and not just the symptoms – of sustainability problems. The programme thus seeks to achieve genuine, far-reaching transformation rather than simply increasing efficiency or improving existing systems.

Key Features:

The Master’s combines cutting-edge research in sustainability sciences with practical applications. The programme actively collaborates with leading global networks in which CDE is active, such as the Land Matrix and WOCAT, as well as with local stakeholders from the city and canton of Bern.

Programme Structure

The study programme is inter- and transdisciplinary and focuses on Education for Sustainable Development and transformative science:

Methodological mastery: Rigorous training in research methodologies ensures that graduates are well-equipped to approach complex sustainability problems with a robust and critical scientific mindset.

Innovative teaching methods: From serious games to interactive modules with practice partners, teaching methods are designed to inspire creative problem-solving and dynamic project management.

Transformative learning: The study programme nurtures students as whole persons – cultivating resilience, cultural competence, and an ethic of self-care to sustain a passion for long-term impact.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bern, Switzerland

Disciplines

Sustainable Development View 27 other Masters in Sustainable Development in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree with 60 ECTS Credits in sustainable development from a Swiss university or an equivalent academic achievement.
A Bachelor's degree from a recognized foreign university with equivalent qualifications.
A Bachelor's degree from a university of applied sciences in accordance with the university's regulations.
The equivalence of foreign degrees is verified by the dean. Students may be admitted, provided that additional requirements of a maximum of 60 ECTS will be enough to ensure that the study programme can be successfully completed.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1900 CHF / year

≈ 1900 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1500 CHF / year

≈ 1500 CHF / year

Additional Details

National: CHF 750 per semester

International: CHF 750 per semester + CHF 200 per semester, in addition to the regular tuition fee = 950 CHF

Living costs

Bern

Switzerland

1655 - 2130 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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