Master's Week: 17 - 28 March

Which Master's programme or Pre-Master's suits you best? Feel confident in your choice: join a session from 17 - 28 March and get all information you need!
Climate Adaptation Governance (Cultural Geography)
Why do different regions experience climate change in such unique ways? And how can we turn climate adaptation into an opportunity for cities to thrive rather than just survive?

In the Climate Adaptation Governance Master’s, you will explore the deep connection between culture, space, and sustainability, equipping yourself with the skills to create effective, place-based climate solutions.
You’ll examine how regional development, identity and wellbeing are shaped by environmental change. Through interdisciplinary courses, fieldwork and data analysis, you will gain practical expertise in assessing climate adaptation strategies and their societal impact.
✔️ Uncover how socio-cultural landscapes evolve over time from history to future scenarios.
✔️ Gain hands-on experience through field trips, workshops, and real-world simulations with global partners.
✔️ Explore diverse perspectives on climate challenges, including cultural, political, economic, and technological viewpoints.
Meet students and teachers online
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Tuesday 25 March |
Online
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14:00 - 15:00 |
Sustainable Tourism & Society (Cultural Geography)
Tourism shapes places, cultures, and economies worldwide. It’s not just travel, but a powerful force influencing local communities, sustainability, and identity. How can tourism be both economically beneficial and socially responsible?

In this Master's track, you'll dive deep into the complex relationship between tourism, liveability and cultural identity.
✔️ Explore sustainable tourism from multiple perspectives, including history, anthropology, psychology, spatial planning, and hospitality studies.
✔️ Engage in hands-on learning through workshops and discussions with global and local tourism experts.
✔️ Discover how tourism can drive positive change for communities and destinations worldwide.
Meet students and teachers online
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Thursday 26 March
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Online
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11:00 - 12.00 |
Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Want to shape the future of sustainable business? Whether you aim to launch your own impact-driven company or advise businesses on their sustainability strategies, the MSc in Sustainable Entrepreneurship prepares you to be a leader in the transition to a greener economy.

This programme blends entrepreneurial thinking with advisory skills, equipping you with the tools to develop circular business models, guide companies towards sustainable transformation, and make a lasting impact in both the private and public sectors.
✔️ Work on real sustainability cases
✔️ Develop circular and sustainable business strategies
✔️ Learn from real entrepreneurs
Meet students and teachers
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Monday 24 March
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Online
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14:00 - 15:00
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Speech Technology
What if you could speak to technology as naturally as you do to people? From voice assistants to real-time translation and AI-powered speech synthesis, the future of human-computer interaction is voice-driven.

The MSc in Speech Technology prepares you to develop the next generation of intelligent speech systems. Dive into deep learning, speech recognition, and AI-driven communication and become a pioneer in this rapidly evolving field.
✔️ Acquire expertise in speech recognition & speech synthesis
✔️ Expand your network by connecting to experts from Silicon Valley and local start-ups.
✔️ Find out more about the only Master’s programme in continental Europe dedicated exclusively to Speech Technology.
Meet students and teachers online
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Monday 24 March
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10:00 - 11:00 |
Pre-masters: From HBO to MSc
Are you an HBO student looking to transition into a master’s programme? Our pre-masters provide you with the academic skills and knowledge needed for a smooth transition. In this online session, you’ll learn more about the available pre-master programmes, admission requirements and what to expect from the curriculum.
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Thursday 27 March
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11:00 - 12:00
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Would you like to know more in advance? Check out our pre-master programmes:
UG Master’s Fair
Want to explore your master’s options in person? The UG Master’s Fair is the perfect opportunity to meet lecturers, current students, and programme representatives. Each master’s programme will have its own stand, so you can ask in-depth questions about the curriculum, career opportunities and student experiences. Whether you're deciding between multiple programmes or just want to get a feel for a programme, this event will help you make an informed choice.
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Monday 17 March
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Faculty of Arts, Harmonie building in Groningen
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15:00 - 17:00
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Why students recommend studying here

"All my friends and the people within the Climate Adaptation Governance programme have such a beautiful outlook on the world around them. It has been great to be able to learn from their experiences. In addition, I have loved all the field excursions that I have been able to partake in in the programme." - Brigitta

"For someone with a background in geography, sociology or anthropology, who likes investigating relationships between places and people I’d say this is the Sustainable Tourism & Society programme is the best pogramme they can think of." - Tijmen

“During the Sustainable Enterpreneurship programme we are taught to think outside the box and to look at things from a different perspective, taking even the unintended consequences of our sustainable actions into account.” - Sinead

"I have learned all the necessary fundamental theories and practices of deep learning, speech recognition, and speech synthesis during my master's in Speech Technology. I would definitely recommend the program if you are enthusiastic about learning the intersection of AI and speech." - Tatsu
Questions?
Having trouble signing up or do you have a programme-specific question? Contact cf-masters rug.nl
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