Contents of the study

Sustainability is a relevant field of study related to the environmental challenges the world faces today. Master in sustainable manufacturing has its core area within ​​manufacturing with a focus on sustainability in the environment, climate, society and economy.

Master in sustainable manufacturing will provide expertise within sustainability in several aspects of manufacturing: operations, lean management, product development, project management, information technology, risk management and quality. You will gain in-depth knowledge about various theories and methods that exist and that will enable you to map the sustainability of production processes and products.

The basis for the master degree is in the needs of industry. During the two years the students are closely connected to the industry, and all students are offered a mentor that works in industry.

The master’s degree close connection to the industry will enhance the understanding of the challenges manufacturing are facing and the need for expertise in the future.

Scientists, engineers and managers from the regional industry will complement the professional staff teachers at the GUC as guest lecturers.

Language of instruction is English.

The programme has three tracks:

• Sustainable Manufacturing
• Sustainable Building Production
• Sustainable  Industrial Economics

First year of study is common for all three tracks. In second year of study you will be able to select subjects that are focusing on the specialization you have chosen. Language of instruction is English for all students. The programme is possible to be taken over two years as a full time student or over four years as a part time student.

Common subjects:

• Scientific methods and philosophy
• Early assessment of projects
• Lean Leadership and organization
• Quality and Risk management
• Sustainable development
• IT-management in Manufacturing

Subjects for Sustainable Manufacturing track:

• Sustainable Manufacturing Systems
• Product Development for Sustainability
• Industry project
• Master thesis

Subjects for Sustainable building Production track:

• Sustainable quality of life in the built environment
• Engineering design processes of sustainable housing
• Construction of sustainable building
• Master thesis

Subjects for Sustainable Industrial Ecomomics track:

• Knowledge Management for Sustainability
• Econometric
• Branding and Design meet Production
• Master thesis