Institute of Housing and Urban Development, Erasmus University Rotterdam
Description
IHS works at the forefront of urban development. IHS advises local and national governments on urban issues, trains public works officials, contributes to the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) discussion and much more.
IHS works with global leaders in the field of urban development, including: UN-Habitat, Cities Alliance and ICLEI. IHS also delivers education programmes in the field of urban development to develop the next generation of urban managers.
Cities are in a constant state of unprecedented change. Global population movements create multi-level physical, economic, environmental and social challenges. To remain sustainable, livable and competitive cities need urban managers who are well-trained in policy development and good governance.
Eligible programme
Urban Management and Development (master's programme)
This master's programme is a 12-month English-taught multidisciplinary programme offered in 4 tracks:
- Urban Housing and Land Justice
Equitable Access to Sustainable Land, Housing & Services - Urban Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change
Integrated Management of Land, Water and Air - Strategic Urban Planning and Policies
Managing Socio-Spatial Dynamics for Sustainable Cities - Urban Digital Transformation & Innovation
Governance and Economics of Cities
Please refer to the the programme's web page for more information.
Participants
The MSc is designed to equip students with the skills to solve contemporary urban issues in their countries through progressive policy-making. A key feature of the programme is the use of comparative methodologies to discuss urban issues, policies and trends from around the world.
The IHS classroom is comprised of mid-level professionals with rich and varied experiences from more than 50 countries. Typical backgrounds include architecture, engineering, planning, economics, social science, environmental science and housing. Although they come from many different backgrounds, all IHS students are looking to become accomplished urban managers, able to lead teams and drive change in cities.
IHS contributes to the OTS scholarship scheme each year to provide financial assistance to urban professionals looking to develop their career in the field of urban development.
Scholarship details
Scholarships available
1 scholarship for students from India and Indonesia.
Value of the scholarship
Total value of the scholarship: € 3,500
Duration of scholarship
Entire duration of the studies (12 months)
Requirements
Academic requirement
Bachelor’s degree
English level
- TOEFL iBT minimum score: 575 (paper-based), 232 (computer-based), 90 (internet based)
- IELTS minimum score: 6.5 (no sub-test lower than 5.5 and writing sub-test at least 6.0)
- Other diplomas: completion of full university degree through the English medium may act as waiver for an English language test
Working experience needed?
No, working experience is not a requirement.
More information
How to apply
Application deadline
1 April 2023
Documentation to provide
- Orange Tulip Scholarship application form.
- Motivation letter specifically written for OTS. This letter is different than the general motivation letter for the programme as it focuses on the reasons why you think you need to be selected for OTS.
Terms and conditions
By applying for OTS you agree to the Orange Tulip Scholarship terms and conditions.