Final application period for enrollment in the CHARM-EU degree program on sustainable development
The European CHARM-EU Alliance is opening the final application period for the second edition of this interdisciplinary, international Master’s-level degree program focused on sustainable development. This is the first Master’s-level degree jointly awarded by the five universities that are members of the alliance.
What career opportunities are there?
This entirely new program is designed to be resolutely interdisciplinary and is therefore aimed at graduates from all disciplines and diverse backgrounds who wish to acquire advanced knowledge in sustainable development in order to tackle real-world and global societal challenges. Through its unique three-phase pedagogical model, it will enable students to become “complexity managers” capable of implementing and overseeing sustainable development projects addressing societal challenges related to water, food, and health.
A collaboration among five prestigious universities
The degree is awarded jointly by the five member universities of the CHARM-EUalliance:the University of Barcelona, Trinity College Dublin,Utrecht University,Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, and the University of Montpellier. Courses will be taught by faculty teams from the five institutions, who will pool their skills and expertise to provide students with the best possible educational experience.
The program lasts one and a half years, or three semesters (see details below), and will offer numerous study abroad opportunities, allowing students to study at at least three of the partner universities during the program.
First semester:
A preparatory phase consisting of three required modules, each worth 10 ECTS credits (30 ECTS credits in total): Social Innovation, Sustainable Development, and Research .
Second semester:
A flexible phase consisting of three modules, each worth 10 ECTS credits (30 ECTS credits in total). Students must choose one of the following tracks:
Water (30 ECTS):
- Extremes in the water cycle and their complex consequences
- Adaptation measures and strategies in water management
- Resilient Cities: Water in Urban Environments
Life and Health (30 ECTS):
- Health systems and policies
- Health challenges
- Healthy Lifestyles and Well-being
Food Science (30 ECTS):
- The connection between food, health, and the environment
- Food systems and their transformations
- Socially Just and Sustainable Food Systems
3rd semester:
A capstone project consisting of a single module worth 30 ECTS credits.
During this phase, students work collaboratively with their peers, faculty members, and external partners (such as companies or organizations) on a real-world challenge related to sustainable development, grounded in the student’s original field of study.
A unique educational model
The CHARM-EU degree is student-centered, empowering students to take an active role in their own learning. Based on solving real-world problems, the program will provide students with opportunities throughout their studies to collaborate with international students and civil society actors on addressing concrete societal challenges related to sustainable development.
It also implements an innovative competency-based assessment method, featuring individual mentoring throughout the program and regular feedback on students’ performance and the steps they need to take to improve.
Who is eligible to apply?
Since the program is interdisciplinary, applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. Admissions are open to students who hold a Master’s 1 degree or a Bachelor’s degree plus 30 ECTS credits. Applicants will be required to demonstrate a C1 level of English proficiency at the start of the program in September 2022. The CHARM-EU team at the University of Montpellier is here to support you in obtaining this certification. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
As a special exception, students who are citizens of the European Union and who have completed their final year of study in France will be exempt from registration fees, instead of the standard fee of €3,000.
CHARM-EU offers a scholarship to European citizens from ethnic minority groups or to Ukrainian refugees under the temporary protection regime. This scholarship covers tuition fees and includes a stipend of €16,000. Applicants must indicate in their application materials that they are applying for this scholarship. Any questions regarding this matter should be sent by email by clicking here.
Applications are being accepted until June 27, 2022.
A video recap of the CHARM-EU diploma launch ceremony
The CHARM-EU degree is a first in Europe! This pilot program is now in its second year, with the curriculum informed by feedback from the first cohort of students, allowing us to work together to improve and shape the future programs offered by the CHARM-EU alliance of European universities.
For complete information about the courses and the online application process , click here.
The CHARM-EU team at UM is also available to answer any questions you may have about the program, the admission process, or mobility grants via email.