understand thedynamics, complexity and interaction between natural, social and economic processes and systemswith regard to sustainable development
identify and analyseso-called "wicked problems"within the field of sustainable development by taking into consideration different disciplinary perspectives
develop comprehensive competences from ascientific perspective
know and apply adequatemethods and instruments for scientific research
apply their knowledge and scientific skills ininter- and transdisciplinary teamsto address complex issues
possess the necessarysocial skills,such as writing, debating, conflict management, teamwork and project management to make asubstantial contribution to change within society
conductindependent scientific researchand present the results inscientific publications