CAS ETH in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development
This description is only available in English.
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Every Spring Semester; Autumn Semester 2025/2027
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6 weeks to max. 3 years
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ETH Zurich
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EnglishTuition language
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Min. CHF 5,480
Programme fee
In brief: The CAS ETH in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development
The programme equips students with the knowledge and skills to address global development challenges. Students can choose from over 30 courses to advance their expertise and sharpen their profile.
Structure and content
Programme description
The CAS ETH in Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development (CAS ETH GCSD) offers professionals a unique opportunity
- to learn about scientifically founded concepts on sustainable development
- to apply tools for result–based management
- to reflect on own experiences
- and to share best–practice.
Objectives
The CAS strengthens the technical and methodological skills of professionals working in international development or a related field, including sustainable development, corporate social responsibility or migration.
Professional perspectives
Participants deepen their specialist knowledge and expand their professional network during their CAS ETH GCSD studies.
Structure and format
- modular
- two compulsory courses on project management and sustainable development
- about 30 elective courses on a broad range of topics related to sustainable development and project management
- a minimum of 15 ECTS points must be earned (this translates to about 6 courses)
Courses can also be attended independently (not as part of a CAS).
Tuition language(s)
English
Credits
15 ECTS credits
Target group and admission
Target group
Professionals in the field of international cooperation or a related field, including
- sustainable development
- development cooperation
- corporate social responsibility
- or migration
Requirements
A Master’s degree (or equivalent) acknowledged by ETH Zurich plus 24 months of professional experience. More information and exceptions.
Required language skills
English: C1 – external pageShow proficiency scales
Dates and venue
Start
Every Spring Semester and every second Autumn Semester (odd years)
Duration
6 weeks to max. 3 years. The date of enrolment is considered to be the beginning of the study programme.
Location
ETH Zurich, NADEL – Global Cooperation and Sustainable Development
Fees
Programme fee
Min. CHF 5,480
Application fee
CHF 50 for persons with a Swiss university degree, CHF 150 for persons with another university degree (non-refundable, credit card payment only)
Withdrawal fee
- Cancellations are possible up to four weeks prior to the start of a course.
- Students cancelling less than four weeks before the start of a course must pay the full course fee.
Application
Questions about the application
ETH Zurich, School for Continuing Education, HG E 17–18.5, Rämistrasse 101, 8092 Zurich, Tel. external page+41 44 632 56 59, E-mail
Application documents
- Diploma certificate and transcript (of records) of the highest or most relevant degree
- Passport or identity card
- DownloadDeclaration of consent (PDF, 94 KB)
Additional application documents
- testimonial of 2 years of relevant professional experience
- 1 motivation letter in English
Organiser
Programme management
Contact
Responsible body
ETH Zurich, Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences (D-GESS), NADEL