The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
News
Call for Applications: 2026 ACUNS Annual Workshop on International Organisation Studies
Applications are now open for the 2026 ACUNS Annual Workshop on International Organidation Studies.
Report
Moving from Crisis Management to Resource Mobilization in the UN80 Process
At its 80th anniversary, the United Nations faces an “untenable” financial trajectory and explores options to mobilize funding.
Event
Science Talk: Can Environmental Water Markets Sustain Utah's Great Salt Lake?
Bridging Water Scarcity and Governance Through Market-Based Solutions
Expert
Dipl. Geogr. Dennis Pulimittathu
Senior sustainability and just transition leader operating at the intersection of international policy, industry transformation, and applied research. Combines experience across the United Nations system, private-sector transformation, and entrepreneurial ventures to deliver large-scale environmental and economic transition programmes.
Training
IATT STI Forum Side Event: Scaling Science, Technology and Innovation Policy Capacity Building: Lessons Learnt, Gaps and the Way Forward
UN side event on strengthening science and innovation policy capacity for the SDGs, sharing practical lessons, gaps, and next steps.
Capacity Development Office - Short course
Migration Effects, Policy and Governance (MGR4502)
This course in the migration specialisation deals with migration effects and policy.
Capacity Development Office - Short course
Migration Studies: Concepts, Theories and Trends (MGR4401)
This course provides students an introduction to migration studies, to understand different forms of migration and the ‘migration life-cycle’.
News
When Foundational Knowledge Meets Cutting‑Edge Innovation
Micro4Agro bridges decades of soil microbiome knowledge with cutting‑edge tools to build locally adapted biosolutions for sustainable agriculture
Capacity Development Office - Short course
Public Economics (MPP4302)
This course analyses the public sector, including the allocation of resources and the redistribution of income.
Capacity Development Office - Short course
Public Policy (MPP4301)
This course provides student with a comprehensive introduction to the key concepts, processes, and dynamics of public policy.