Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development

Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) ist eine Nachdiplomausbildung der Hochschulen und entspricht mindestens 60 ECTS-Punkten. Dieser MAS verlangt 66 ECTS-Punkte.

The MAS in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development strengthens knowledge and skills in all five key areas of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (people, planet, prosperity, peace and partnerships). It builds on the expertise the students bring from their Master's degree.

Structure and Format

• Study semester: Courses on sustainable development and development cooperation
• On-the-job training (8 months): On-the-job training at an international organisation. Students from high-income countries do the assignment in a low- or middle-income country. Students from low- and middle-income countries complete the on-the-job training in Switzerland.
• Advanced training courses: Block courses to strengthen their expertise in sustainable development and project management.

• A Master’s degree acknowledged by ETH or equivalent educational qualifications.
• Two-?step selection process, assessing academic qualifications, practical experience and personal suitability for a career in development cooperation.
• Interview
• English C1

Target group

Postgraduates of all disciplines who are interested to start a career in development cooperation.

CHF 6'260.-
The cost of the on-the-job training (return air ticket, basic on-?site living cost, complementary insurance) are covered through funding from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC).

Application fee: CHF 50.- for persons with a Swiss university degree, CHF 150.- for persons with another university degree