After graduating from the Master’s programme in Spatial Sustainability Studies you will have a broad range of skills, such as practical knowledge of research methods, analytical thinking, and the capacity to translate academic insights into real-world projects and solutions towards sustainability and justice in a global context, which are valued in many different professional paths.
To graduate as either a Human Geographer or an Urban Planner opens doors to versatile career opportunities in both fields: municipalities, research institutes, NGO's, and private companies.
Discover a selection of career paths taken by our alumni:
Consultancy and research firms
Government agencies
International environmental agencies
Spatial planning and sustainability departments
Educational organisations
After graduating, you don't have to say goodbye to the University of Amsterdam! We are happy to help you develop your career. You can join the young alumni programme, which will assist you in mapping out your career. And as an alumnus, you can also still use the Student Careers Centre.
The Student Careers Centre is there to help with your career development. You can contact them to discuss your options, ambitions and doubts at any time during your studies.