Heidelberg University

Overview

The Governance of Risk and Resources programme at Heidelberg University, offered at the Heidelberg Centre for Latin America in Santiago de Chile, is an interdisciplinary master’s course designed to explore how societies make decisions regarding risk and natural resource management. This course emphasizes practical governance approaches, particularly at regional and local levels, while equipping students with essential research skills for policy-relevant analysis.

What you'll study

Core courses include:

• Governance of human–environment relations: theory and practice
• Resource governance
• Risk governance
• Research Methods

Capstone / research component:

• Student Research Project (an applied research project linked to the governance of risk and resources)

Learning format:

• Case-based learning and guided academic discussions
• Research training to support your project work

Entry requirements

There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Governance of Risk and Resources programme are well-prepared for careers in various sectors, including public administration, environmental policy, and resource management. The interdisciplinary nature of the course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex challenges related to risk governance and sustainable resource management in diverse settings.