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    Development, Environment and Cultural Change

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    Oslo, NOMAIn-person2 years
    NOK 396,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    25
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Oslo, NO. Tuition is NOK 396,000.

    About the program

    The programme provides knowledge of systemic features of the Anthropocene, sustainable development concepts, and ethical challenges in sustainability research. Students specialize through elective courses and a master's thesis on a sustainable development topic.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 90 (Reading 19, Listening 20, Speaking 20, Writing 24)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Minimum overall band score of 6.5 with at least 6.5 in each component (listening, reading, speaking and writing).

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year job seeker residence permit (Norway)

    NOK 18,300.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo is NOK 396,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo online or in-person?
    Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo is offered in-person.
    How long does Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo take to complete?
    Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo?
    Per the program's published guidance: Norwegian C
    How large is the Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo cohort?
    Development, Environment and Cultural Change at University of Oslo typically enrolls around 25 students per cohort.