Joint Master's in Responsible Consumption and Production
Master of Science (MSc) Degree
120 ECTS | 4 Semesters
2-Year Programme
Taught entirely in English
9 Partner Universities
9 European universities – 8 countries
Tailor your curriculum with unique electives
Specialise in Responsible Consumption and Production
Master of Science (MSc) Degree
120ECTS | 4 Semesters
2-Year Programme
Taught entirely in English
9 Partner Universities
9 European universities - 7 countries
Tailor your curriculum with unique electives
Specialise in Responsible Consumption and Production
You have completed your bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences, engineering, or industrial management and are looking for a new challenge? Drive the green transformation forward and be a key player in making corporate strategies and industrial processes sustainable.
Become a sustainability expert in one of our three specialisations Materials, Resource Supply or European Business and Management in this Joint European Master’s programme. An international and interdisciplinary study programme tailored to your liking!
Key Facts
- 9 European universities
- 120 ECTS
- Degree awarded: Master of Science (MSc)
- 3 core specialisations in Resource Supply, Materials and European Business Strategy & Management
- Entry university:
Technical University of Leoben, Austria - Mobility Opportunities within EURECA-PRO:
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Discover the details of your future study programme!
Join us for the academic year 2026/2027!
Create real change in bringing together tech, business, and sustainability. EURECA-PRO’s Joint Master’s in Responsible Consumption and Production (RCP) is built exactly for that. Taught entirely in English, this 4-semester Master’s allows you to study across 9 European higher education institutions and gain international and interdisciplinary insights.
Dive into the technical, economic, and social dimensions of the circular economy and acquire the competencies to drive innovation in responsible consumption and production. You’ll gain both technical and managerial skills: Explore latest methods in recycling, life-cycle assessment, remediation of mining sites, and sustainable materials. And discover environmental engineering, stakeholder management, consumer behaviour, and resource economics.
Each specialisation – Resource Supply, Materials, and European Business Strategy & Management – equips you hands-on with the expertise to drive sustainable practices in a rapidly changing world, while building a strong European network.
What is Responsible Consumption and Production?
Sustainable Development Goal Nr. 12 (SDG 12) is one of the United Nations’ global goals for a better future. It focuses on Responsible Consumption and Production (RCP) making sure the way we produce and use goods protects people and the planet. This means designing smarter, wasting less, reusing more, and creating fairer, more sustainable systems worldwide.
This joint master’s is built to help you respond to this global challenge. By combining natural sciences, engineering, and business, you’ll learn how to take on urgent issues like resource depletion and environmental impact – and to play your part in achieving the United Nations’ vision for a sustainable future.
Your studies, your choice!
Discover the various specialisations of our joint programme. Your first semester will be at the Technical University of Leoben. From there, the choice is yours. Fancy a semester in León, Spain, or perhaps a summer school in Belgium? It is all up to YOU!
You choose among three specialisations (speciality tracks), depending on your interests:
Resource Supply
Focus on:
- Sustainable resource management;
- mining;
- corporate sustainability;
- Industry 5.0;
- responsible consumption.
Materials
Focus on:
- Sustainable materials engineering;
- advanced manufacturing;
- energy technologies;
- processing and innovation methods.
European Business
Strategy & Management
Focus on:
- Business strategy with sustainability;
- sustainable industrial processes;
- supply chain management;
- integrating socio-economic and environmental dimensions.
1st Semester
Focus:
Common Foundation
(Sustainable Development, core RCP modules)
30 ECTS
Location: Technical University of Leoben
Build your foundation in Responsible Consumption and Production through core modules. Start at the home university (TU Leoben) or one of the partner institutions. Courses may vary depending on your chosen starting point.
2nd Semester
Focus:
Specialisation modules
(Resource Supply / Materials / Business Strategy & Management)
30 ECTS
Location: Partner university
(varies by track)
Continue at a partner university, deepening your expertise in your chosen track (Resource Supply, Materials, or Business Strategy & Management). Experience new academic cultures and expand your international network.
3rd Semester
Focus:
Advanced modules & electives
(mobility at 2nd partner university)
30 ECTS
Location: Partner university
(varies by track)
Personalise your degree by selecting electives or research-based modules at a second partner university. Take part in interdisciplinary projects linked to real-world sustainability challenges.
4th Semester
Focus:
Master Thesis, Thesis Seminar, Defensio
30 ECTS
Location: Technical University of Leoben or Partner university
The final semester is dedicated to your Master’s thesis, which will be carried out at your starting university, showcasing the expertise and research skills you developed throughout the programme.
Requirements
- Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree (in natural sciences or engineering)
- Proficiency in English
- Submission of required documents (transcripts, motivation letter, etc.)
Tuition Fees
As of academic year 2026/2027, tuition fees are:
– 363,36 Euro per semester for Austrian and EU citizens
– 726,72 Euro per semester for non-EU citizens.
Students will also need to pay the students’ union membership fee (ÖH-Beitrag) of 26,20 Euro per semester, including insurance.
Application period
The application period for the coming winter semester begins on 1 March and ends on 5 September. The application process is divided into two main steps: an online pre-registration via MUonline and a personal appointment at the University’s Study Support Centre, which you can complete online.
For international applicants from non-EU countries, the application period ends on 30 April. This earlier deadline allows you to obtain a visa in good time to start your studies in September.
How can I apply?
Apply via the Technical University of Leoben website. More information on how to apply for a master’s degree can be found here!
Start your study journey now:
1. Apply via Technical University of Leoben
2. Start 1st Semester in Leoben
3. Select your specialisation and mobility pathway
4. Study with EURECA-PRO partners
5. Complete thesis
6. Graduate with a European Joint Degree
Mobility & Joint Diploma
Students will study at TU Leoben and at least one EURECA-PRO partner university abroad. Mobility is embedded in the programme, ensuring exposure to 2–3 academic environments. Upon completion, graduates receive a Joint Diploma, issued by the consortium of participating universities.
Let’s hear it from our student Stella
Discover the study programme from the perspective of Stella, one of our students at the Technical University of Leoben. She shares her experiences with the joint master’s programme – from classes and campus life to unique international opportunities.
Contact us
You would like to study this programme, but still have some questions? We’re happy to help you!
Contact our team in Leoben for any questions related to this study programme:
Email: study.rcp(at)unileoben.ac.at
Contact the Study Support Center (SSC) for any general questions related to studying in Leoben:
Email: ssc(at)unileoben.ac.at
Website: www.ssc.unileoben.ac.at
Office hours: Monday to Friday from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm, and by appointment
More info on admission and the application process can be found on the Technical University of Leoben website. This master is a study path within the international master’s degree New Science and Technology.
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