Testimonials
ISTP aims to provide an excellent learning, teaching and research environment for students and faculty. You can find below a number of statements reflecting different perspectives on ISTP and the teaching and research carried out at the Institute.
"I think what I mostly like is that the study program brings together a lot of committed people from diverse backgrounds. There is always constant exchange of information especially outside of the classroom. I enjoyed the flexibility in selecting courses that matched my interests."
"Throughout the program, I cultivated a holistic perspective for problem-solving. Instead of narrow, one-sided approaches, I learned the value of considering diverse viewpoints from scientific, technocratic, and political angles to arrive at sustainable solutions.
Surrounded by a diverse cohort of individuals from various backgrounds, all united within the program, I engaged in enriching discussions that challenged my own worldviews and forged lasting friendships.
I highly recommend the ISTP to those seeking a profound understanding of the root causes and solutions for contemporary issues, especially if they aspire to transcend their initial field of study. This program offers an exceptional opportunity to navigate the intricate realm of scientific assessments, political dynamics, and technological advancements."
"The STP program offered me exactly what I was seeking for: Complementing my knowledge from a natural science bachelor’s degree with diligent policy analysis skills. The program taught me the fundamentals to understand complex, interdisciplinary, and often multinational problems while the case studies allowed me to directly apply this knowledge, to identify solutions, and to put these directly to the test."
"The small class size and the excellent student-to-teacher ratio enabled a cooperative and well-adjusted learning environment. The MSc STP programme helped me better understand the needs and considerations of regulators and gave me the language to communicate more effectively with them."
"Through my Master's degree in Science, Technology and Policy I have not only learned about the political and regulatory systems and the toolset to apply but also about how to consider all stakeholders involved. This completes my in-depth technical knowledge as a mechanical engineer, and gives me an advantage over both the classical engineers and political scientists to foresee challenges that may arise."
"During my BSc and MSc in Environmental Engineering, I got a very solid understanding of both environmental science and technology. What I was missing was the link to society: How can we increase the probability that society will adopt the technological solutions we come up with? The MSc STP was a perfect choice, as it focuses exactly on the interface of scientific advancement and its impact and uptake in society."
