Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies

Shape the future of cities with our renewed MSc in Global Urban Change

Formerly Urban Management & Development, our programme will help you master sustainable urban transitions and drive positive change worldwide.

IHS offers higher education in urban management, development and governance.

Tackle urban challenges and identify capacity gaps in the urban context with our research services.

Work with IHS staff to find innovative solutions, embedded in and relevant for your local context.

IHS introduces the MSc in Global Urban Change and its updated structure
Our flagship Master’s programme has a new name that captures the ambition and impact of what we do at IHS. Learn more in the article.
- Monday 7 Sep 2026
- Press release
"The central message is that urban change is global, but not uniform."
How does the renewed MSc programme in Global Urban Change address current urban trends and topics? Read more in the interview.
- Monday 12 Oct 2026
- General
Scholarship Awardee Spotlight: Baris Arikan
In this interview, we introduce you to Baris Arikan from Türkiye and his student journey at IHS as a Jean Monnet Scholarship Awardee.
- Friday 2 Oct 2026
- Interview

23rd N-AERUS Conference 2026
Join the hybrid 23rd N-AERUS Conference (27-29 Oct 2026) to explore power, knowledge & partnerships in global urban development.
- Tuesday 27 Oct 2026, 09:00 - Thursday 29 Oct 2026, 17:00
- Conference
PhD in Practice
Have you ever wondered what pursuing a PhD at IHS is like? Join us for an online panel discussion with current PhD candidates as they share their insights.
- Tuesday 10 Nov 2026, 13:00 - 14:00
- Online event
Food Fair – Connecting Cultures Festival
A festival to celebrate, showcase, and present the different nationalities and cultures of our own students!
- Thursday 19 Nov 2026, 14:00 - 16:00
- General