

The Bachelor’s program in Environmental Engineering within Planetary Boundaries is a three-year, full-time on-campus degree that focuses on sustainable engineering solutions for environmental protection and resource management. The program introduces students to key principles of environmental science, engineering design, and systems thinking, with a strong emphasis on how human activities impact ecological limits and global sustainability.
Graduates will be prepared for careers in environmental engineering roles, sustainability consulting, and environmental management within public and private sectors. The program also provides a strong foundation for further academic studies at the master’s level. Sustainable environmental systems is a core focus, enabling students to develop practical solutions that support long-term ecological balance and responsible resource use.
Year 1 – Foundations of Environmental Engineering
• Introduction to Environmental Systems and Sustainability
• Earth Systems Science and Planetary Boundaries
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Research Methods in Environmental Engineering
Year 2 – Advanced Environmental Engineering
• Renewable Energy Systems and Sustainable Technologies
• Climate Change, Global Warming, and Environmental Justice
• Water and Waste Management in a Changing World
• Elective Modules in Environmental Engineering
Year 3 – Specialized Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Policy and Global Governance
• Environmental Solutions for Global Challenges
• Sustainable Development and Planetary Boundaries
• Fieldwork/Research Project in Environmental Engineering
Graduates of the Environmental Engineering within Planetary Boundaries program are well-prepared for careers in environmental science, sustainable development, and climate change mitigation. They can work as environmental engineers, climate scientists, sustainability managers, and policy advisors. With the growing focus on planetary boundaries and environmental sustainability, the demand for professionals in this field is high. Graduates often work in research institutions, government bodies, NGOs, and consulting firms, developing solutions to address the environmental challenges facing the planet.
The Environmental Engineering within Planetary Boundaries program focuses on understanding and addressing environmental issues within the framework of planetary boundaries. Students learn about the science of sustainability, climate change mitigation, and environmental engineering solutions that align with global sustainability goals. The program’s emphasis on global environmental challenges ensures that graduates are well-equipped to contribute to the protection of the Earth’s ecosystems and resources.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +46 21 10 13 00
Email: info@mdh.se
Address: Malardalen University, Hogskoleplan 1, 722 20 Vasteras, Sweden