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    Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice

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    Zurich, CHMAIn-person2 years
    CHF 2,960.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    20
    Cohort
    students
    90
    Credits
    CHF 150.00
    App fee

    Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich is a 90-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Zurich, CH. Tuition is CHF 2,960.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program in Social Anthropology and Geography focusing on global challenges like climate change, inequality, migration, and sustainability. Covers qualitative and quantitative methods including GIS, field research abroad, and policy analysis.

    Focus: both
    101 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025: Anthropology)

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    Deadlines

    Rolling
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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 100. Minimum 25 in Speaking and 26 in Writing. Test date from 21 January 2026 onwards: 5. Minimum 5 in Speaking and Writing.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7. Minimum 6.5 in Speaking and Writing.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    6 months job search residence permit (Switzerland)

    CHF 26,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich is CHF 2,960 across 90 required credits.
    Is Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich online or in-person?
    Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich is offered in-person.
    How long does Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich take to complete?
    Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich is structured around 2 years and 90 credits.
    What GPA is required for Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich?
    Per the program's published guidance: Good evaluations of academic achievements with subject-relevant content are required.
    How large is the Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich cohort?
    Global Futures: Development, Sustainability, Social Justice at University of Zurich typically enrolls around 20 students per cohort.