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    Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations

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    Vienna, ATMAIn-person2 years
    €1,453.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    40
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Vienna, AT. Tuition is €1,453.

    About the program

    The program provides empirical knowledge and an interdisciplinary toolkit combining social sciences, economics, humanities, and natural sciences to understand socio-ecological crises and their social implications. It covers socio-ecological transformation, political ecology, interdisciplinary research, international resource/environmental/climate policy, and environmental justice.

    Focus: both
    95 (Times Higher Ed) | 1 (Times Higher Ed)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 2, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: 94 points or higher (B2 level)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic: Overall Band Score: 6.5 points (B2 level)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months job-seeker residence permit for graduates (Austria), then Red-White-Red Card for qualified employment

    €16,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna is €1,453 across 120 required credits.
    Is Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna online or in-person?
    Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna is offered in-person.
    How long does Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna take to complete?
    Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna cohort?
    Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna typically enrolls around 40 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna?
    Post-completion work rights for Governing Socio-Ecological Transformations at University of Vienna: 12 months job-seeker residence permit for graduates (Austria), then Red-White-Red Card for qualified employment