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Cultural Geography: Sustainable Tourism & Society

Master

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Can we continue to travel responsibly amid the climate crisis? Can tourism positively impact communities and destinations? Is sustainable tourism achievable? What are the consequences of overtourism?Please note:Starting September 2026, the Climate Adaptation Governance and Sustainable Tourism & Society tracks of the Master’s in Cultural Geography will be merged into a single, integrated programme: Master's of Science in Sustainable Futures.This change reflects input from prospective students, trends in the job market, and the strong overlap between the two tracks. The unified programme will offer a broader, more versatile curriculum, allowing students to engage with both fields and build a solid foundation for shaping sustainable futures.✔️ Study the interaction between tourists, visitors, local communities, and the natural and built environment around them✔️ Learn about sustainable tourism development from local, regional, national and global perspectives✔️ Build your network while tackling real-life challenges together with regional and international stakeholdersMSc Cultural GeographySustainable Tourism & Society is a track within the master's Cultural Geography. The programme offers two tracks: Climate Adaptation Governance and Sustainable Tourism & Society.Want to get an authentic look at what it’s like to be part of this programme?→ Explore student stories

Language

English

Title

Master of Science

Duration

1 year

ECTS credits

Accreditation

NVAO

Tuition fee 2025/2026

€ 2,601

€ 21,400

€ 20,500


Admission

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Application requirements

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Language requirements

C1
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English
C2
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
6.5
IELTS overall band
90
TOEFL internet based

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Tuition fees  
€ 2,601
€ 21,400
€ 20,500
Tuition fees  
€ 2,695
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Start date App. deadline EU/EEA App. deadline Non-EU/EEA
1 Sep '26 1 Jul '26 1 May '26
1 Sep '27 1 Jul '27 1 May '27

Contact

University of Groningen

Main address
Wirdumerdijk 34
8911 CE Leeuwarden
058-205 5000

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