BSc Global Sustainability Science

About the course

An interdisciplinary degree combining natural and social sciences to tackle sustainability questions in water, climate, ecosystems, energy, food and governance, with a choice of five tracks from year two.

Entry requirements for Irish students

• Utrecht University accepts the Leaving Certificate with at least 6 subjects, of which at least 2 must be at Higher Level with a grade of H4 or better. This makes you eligible but does not guarantee admission.
• You need maths equivalent to Dutch VWO Mathematics A or B, plus at least two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics or Geography (not both Economics and Geography). The university checks your level and does not publish Irish grades.
• English at EMI-ready level (for example IELTS Academic 6.0 with 5.5 in writing, or TOEFL 83).

How to apply

1. Apply on StudielinkRegistration opens 1 October 2026. Apply by 1 May 2027 (EU/EEA).
2. Upload documents and payUpload your documents in OSIRIS and pay the €100 application fee. You should get a decision within 3 weeks of a complete application.
3. MatchingComplete the matching form. Matching days are 8 April and 17 June 2027; attending is compulsory unless you live abroad.
4. Confirm your placeSend your final Leaving Cert results and arrange fee payment before the September 2027 start.

Costs

• Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,771 (2027/28), as published by Utrecht University. The 2026/27 fee was €2,694.
• EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).

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