BA Sustainable Development Studies at University of Göttingen

Our bachelor's programme addresses poverty, inequality and other global challenges. In defining development, however, it goes beyond economic growth and consumption and also includes social, political, ecological and cultural aspects. The focus is on the question of what a life worth living is - and what conditions make it possible.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught and English-taught  |  Intake: Only the winter semester  |  Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

Starting with the 2026/2027 winter semester, the Faculty of Business and Economics will be redesigning the Bachelor's degree programme in Sustainable Development Studies to provide you with targeted preparation for new societal and economic challenges. In light of digitalization, sustainability, and global transformation processes, the content and skills are being modernized to ensure a future-oriented and practice-focused education.

Career pathways

By choosing a subject specialisation as well as working on a topic relevant to your profession as part of your bachelor's thesis, you can acquire knowledge and skills that qualify you for your profession.

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