Sustainability Science: Governance and Law (MA) Leuphana University Lüneburg

Courses are completely taught in English.

Effective sustainability governance at all levels, from local to global, is crucial for achieving sustainable development and societal transformation towards sustainability. Leuphana University's School of Sustainability offers an interdisciplinary Master's programme that focuses on sustainability governance and its practical applications in politics and law. The programme, with a focus on the public sector, think tanks, and civil society organisations, equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to become agents of change.

Online application for students with EU degrees directly at Leuphana University before 1 June
Online application for students with non-EU degrees via uni-assist before 1 May

We regularly organise online information sessions; please check our website for more information.

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Leuphana University offers exchange programmes at partner universities in Europe (Erasmus+) and worldwide for students of all study programmes. In addition, almost every university worldwide accepts visiting students (known as "free movers"). All opportunities for students can be found here.

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No tuition fees

You do not have to pay tuition fees. You only have to pay a semester contribution of approx. 390 EUR per semester (subject to change). This will entitle you to receive a semester ticket, which covers public transport in Lüneburg and the surrounding area (e.g. Hamburg, Bremen, Lübeck). The semester contribution also covers almost all regional trains in Lower Saxony as well as participation in a rent-a-bike programme and free entrance to many cultural events in Lüneburg.

Approx. 900 EUR per month to cover personal expenses in Lüneburg:

• Accommodation: 300 to 450 EUR
• Food: 250 EUR
• Health insurance: 110 EUR (not applicable for EU students)
• Leisure activities, books, clothing: 80 to 250 EUR

For a detailed list of requirements, see: https://www.leuphana.de/master-apply.

Language requirements can be found on the application website of the Graduate School.

Online application for students with EU degrees directly at Leuphana University before 1 June
Online application for students with non-EU degrees via uni-assist before 1 May

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International students with a residence permit are allowed to undertake a limited amount of paid employment (a maximum of 120 days per year, or alternatively 240 days part time – up to four hours a day).

Websites and relevant addresses for finding accommodation in Lüneburg are listed on the website of the International Office.

Leuphana University Lüneburg Career Service

Student Counselling Service of the Graduate School