Psychology & Sustainability

Subjects: Psychology;Sustainability

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

The Double Degree Master in Sustainability and Environmental Psychology, offered in collaboration with the University of Groningen in the Netherlands, delves into the intricate relationship between human behavior and sustainable development. This program uniquely combines the study of human perception and behavior with the interaction between people and their natural and built environments. By integrating these perspectives, the program offers profound insights into the psychological processes driving the shift towards intersectional and intergenerational justice. It addresses social, economic, and environmental challenges in the journey towards sustainability, emphasizing a psychological viewpoint on human actions and perceptions during this transition. Key areas of focus include problem-solving, decision-making, self-regulation, social identification, attitude change, and conflict resolution. These psychological processes are crucial in shaping the quality of life for current and future generations. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand and influence these dynamics, fostering a more sustainable and just world.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

If your native language is English, then you do not need to provide proof of English proficiency. All other applicants must provide proof in one of the following ways: by passing the internet-based TOEFL test (iBT) with a minimum score of 85 points by passing the TOEIC test with a minimum of 785 points in listening and reading by passing the TOEIC Listening & Reading test with at least 785 points by passing the IELTS (academic or general) 5.5 test by passing the Cambridge C1 Advanced (formerly CAE test Cambridge Advanced Certificate of English (Grade C or better) by passing modules at a university (at least 30 credit points according to ECTS) with English as the exclusive language of instruction and exams taken in English a successfully completed degree in the subject "English" School leaving exam of a school with English as the exclusive language of instruction, that qualifies for studying at a university in the respective country

Qualification Requirements

Applicants must have obtained a Bachelors degree (or a degree at least equivalent) with 60 Credit Points in Psychology, Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Sustainability Sciences or Environmental Sciences, of which at least 30 Credit Points must have been in Psychology courses. Furthermore you must have earned: 10 ECTS Statistics 5 ECTS Psychological Research Methods 5 ECTS Scientific Theory/ Philosophy of Science Please include a separate, informal list of all consecutive modules with your application. The Credit Points can be proven by means of a certified transcript of records and, if applicable, explanatory module descriptions either at a German higher education institution or at an institution of higher education belonging to one of the Bologna signatory states or have acquired a degree equivalent to a Bachelors degree according to the Anabin database at another foreign university. Note: To be able to start the second year at Groningen University, all ECTS of the first year at Leuphana University have to be completed.

Document Requirements

You will need the following documents for your application: Fully completed online application via myCampus or uni-assist Bachelor's degree certificate (or equivalent) Transcript of Records Module descriptions Proof of Englisch language proficiency Completed form: Proof of English language proficiency (different document for: Psychology & Sustainability) Current certificate of study or exmatriculation showing the degree programme studied so far and the number of semesters. In addition, you will need the following documents for the listed cases: If the Bachelor's degree has not yet been completed: Document: Proof of 81% of the credit points still to be achieved according to ECTS Overview of the modules still to be completed If applying for a German-language Master's degree: Proof of German language proficiency Optional: Evidence of recognition of special achievements for the selection procedure Optional: Evidence for programme-specific achievements for the selection procedure