Sustainable Cities and Communities

In brief

A two-year programme (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) focused on SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities. It trains students from diverse backgrounds in environment, energy, urban planning and resource management, blending theory and hands-on skills.

Duration

2 years (4 semesters, 30 ECTS each)

Application Period

To Be Announced

Total credits

120 ECTS

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields (see below), English language proficiency (minimum B2 level CEFR)

Language

English

Study across Europe, experience the EC2U Alliance

Over the course of the programme, students study in up to four EC2U universities.

They benefit from multicultural experiences, academic flexibility and a vibrant student life. Students personalise their curriculum according to the course catalogues of the universities they attend.

In partnership with

Mobility scheme

Year 01
Semester 1	University of Coimbra
Semester 2	University of Turku

Year 02
Semester 1	University of Poitiers
Semester 2	Any of the 7 universities

* Semester 4 is reserved for thesis preparation and may include Erasmus mobility at any EC2U university.

Study plan

Students define their study plan based on the course catalogue of the universities (see attachment). The fourth semester is dedicated to thesis preparation and may include Erasmus mobility.

Semester 1

Subjects	ECTS	Modality
Introduction to Sustainable Cities and Communities	6	Mandatory
Research Methodologies	6	Mandatory
Elective courses	18	3 courses to be selected in the catalogue

Semester 2

Subjects	ECTS	Modality
Governance of Sustainable Cities and Societ	6	Mandatory
Innovation and Entrepreneurship	6	Mandatory
Elective courses	18	3 courses to be selected in the catalogue

Semester 3

Subjects	ECTS	Modality
Dissertation Project	6	Mandatory
Scientific Writing and Communication	6	Mandatory
Elective courses	18	3 courses to be selected in the catalogue

Semester 4

Subjects	ECTS	Modality
Master’s thesis	30

* Non-EU students who may need to manage a VISA process are strongly encouraged to apply in the first Applications period to start the academic year on time. Students may apply via this platform ( hosted by the University of Coimbra ) and the exact Applications Calendar for the next academic year is here.

Degree and Beyond

When to apply

For EU & non-EU students
Application period(s)	Rankings/Admission	Registration
March – April	April	May
(opened only in case of available seats) June- July	July	September
(opened only in case of available seats) September	September	October

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