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How do you solve the societal sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow? In this full-time master’s programme, you’ll work on projects from your own professional environment. This allows you to learn to work in an interdisciplinary way, think critically, and make meaningful changes in systems, processes, and decision-making.
Have you ever heard of ‘wicked problems’? These are the societal sustainability challenges we face today. They’re so complex that there is no single, clear-cut solution. You can’t solve them by viewing them from just one perspective. What’s needed is a multidisciplinary approach. In other words: zoom out first, then zoom in – and collaborate. That’s exactly what you’ll learn in our Master’s in Sustainability Transitions.
In our Master’s in Sustainability Transitions, you’ll learn to think critically – to view issues through a range of expert lenses and from conflicting perspectives. You’ll consider the interests of various stakeholders, and of course, the influence of power on processes. It’s a challenge – because working across disciplines means accepting that no single person can see the full picture. That’s why we provide you with the tools to bring the right disciplines together and to tackle complex issues collaboratively. You’ll learn how to thrive in this complexity and how to make bold, effective decisions.
The content of this programme teaches you to look at the world differently in order to find meaningful solutions. You’ll ask questions such as: Where does the status quo fail to contribute to a healthy world? And how can we change this for the better? This is how we confront tough sustainability challenges – with courage, with care, and with leadership.
Admission and application
Admission requirements
These are the requirements for this master's degree programme:
- educational background:
- language proficiency:
- work experience:
Application procedure
Check the registration conditions or apply directly:
- Register your enrolment in Studielink, our enrolment system.
- Upload digital copies of your CV, relevant diplomas and list of grades. You will hear within a week whether you meet the admission requirements.
- Optional: intake interview. Do you not have a relevant educational entry level but you do have a higher professional education work and thinking level? During an intake interview, the programme manager will assess whether you are sufficiently qualified for the degree programme in question.
- If your employer funds the degree programme, we will ask you for a completed employer's statement. You can print out and upload this PDF. You will receive confirmation by e-mail that you have been admitted to the degree programme. Invoicing will follow after the start, but the employer’s statement must be in before the start of degree programme. You can upload a blank sheet if you don't manage to get the employer's statement signed immediately.
Application deadlines
EU and NON-EU have different deadlines:
Exemptions
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Interview procedure
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Decisions regarding your qualification for admission
There can be no exceptions made to the official admission requirements. The Central Student Enrolment Office is the only agency that can arrive at decisions regarding your qualification for admission as based on the official regulations. You cannot rely on any other sources of information with regard to your qualification for admission.
Costs and starting dates
What are the degree programme’s annual tuition fees?
| Start date | 7 september 2025 |
| One-time tuition fees academic year* | € 22.995 |
| Payment plans** | You can pay xxxx in xxxx instalments + payment dates |
| Accepted payment methods | Credit card, bank transfer, etc |
| Difference between U/EEA and non-EU tuition fees | |
| Costs study materials | € 1000 |
*You do not need to pay VAT on this degree programme. Your organisation can claim the full cost of this degree programme as a business expense.
**Paying the full tuition fees at once is more cost-effective than choosing to pay in instalments.
Check out our ‘programme costs and funding’ page for more information about study costs and funding options.
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Programme content
What will you be doing?
Teaching methods (optional)
Projects
The curriculum for this programme consists of 80% projects. In these projects, you’ll actively work on transitions. You’ll be in the thick of it! These projects usually take place outside the university, at real-world project locations.
Interdisciplinary
This Master’s teaches you how to work interdisciplinary. This happens quite naturally, as nearly all students have different academic backgrounds. By collaborating on projects, you’ll learn to broaden your perspective. Each student brings their own expertise, and therefore, a different viewpoint. Sometimes, these perspectives may conflict. How do you handle that?
Coaching
There’s a significant amount of coaching in this programme. You’ll work on your personal development. Together with your mentor, you’ll decide where the focus will lie, based on your background and case. One thing is certain: you’ll learn how to communicate clearly, effectively, and inspiringly. You’ll learn to deal with high levels of uncertainty and develop your personal leadership skills. Getting things done! That’s ultimately what we’re here for.
Minors (optional)
In your third year, you have the amazing opportunity to specialise as a product designer during a minor! Within THUAS you could take the Design with Nature minor or the Packaging Design & Innovation minor. Or, if you're feeling adventurous, you can explore something completely different, like a minor in photography or Spanish. You could even spend a semester at another university in or outside The Netherlands! With your minor, you'll be working on your identity as an open innovator, and you'll be ready to make a splash in the job market!
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Testimonials from our students (optional)
Who better to talk about the degree programme than our own students? They share their experiences here. Some of them are also ready and waiting to answer any questions you may have.
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Time investment
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Career perspective (optional when Continue your studies is used)
Likely career paths
Business consultant
Business manager
Strategic adviser
Data analyst
Less likely career paths
Data programmer
Data manager
Researcher
Continue your studies (optional when Career perspective is used)
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Practical information
Everything else you need to know
Scholarships and financial aid
There are various ways to fund your studies depending on your country of origin. Check our “Finance your study” page to learn more.
Diploma and recognition
Upon successful completion of this master’s programme, you will:
- Receive the official certificate for the Master in Applied Quantum Technology
- Be entitled to use the accredited academic title Master of Science (MSc)
- Be able to play a central role in your organisation in the field of quantum technology
- Possess the necessary engineering skills
- Be a quantum engineer, capable of designing, implementing, and testing quantum technology
Who are our students?
We have a diverse and driven student body:
- Overview of nationalities
- Gender ratio
- Years of work experience
- Examples of thesis topics
Help in choosing your study
We’re here to help you make the right choice
Do you want to be sure this programme is the right fit for you? Below you’ll find the different ways we can support you.
- Do you have questions about the content of the programme? Or about your previous education, or whether your current job or work experience is relevant? Feel free to contact the programme directly via the Contact button at the top right of this programme page.
- Do you have questions about admission, tuition fees or how to apply? Get in touch with our Enrolment Centre (CSI).
Support during your studies
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We offer assistance during your studies. Studying in combination with your job is quite a challenge, which is why we offer guidance and support. A study coach guides you during study meetings at school and at your workplace. Together, you map out your desired study path in relation to your workplace and draw up a personal plan on how you want to shape your studies and personal development. In addition to your study coach, you are able to contact our psychologist, confidential counsellor, student counsellor, or the Career Centre for any other questions or issues you may encounter. For more information about student counsellors/student psychologists, top-level sports, assistance with the Dutch language or studying with a disability, please visit our page about ‘support during your studies’.
Official details of the degree programme
This degree programme is registered in the Registration of Institutions and Programmes (RIO):
- Official Dutch name of degree programme: Master of Business Administration
- Official international name: Master of Business Administration
- Programme code (Isat): 70024
- Institution code (Brin): 27UM
Both the official Dutch and the official international names of the degree programme (current at the time of your graduation) will be printed on your diploma.
For more information on the accreditation of this degree programme, refer to the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) website.
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