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
Capacity Development
Capacity Development, UNU-MERIT, ITU Academy Training Centre
UNU-MERIT is an ITU Academy Training Centre that empowers ICT professionals for digital transformation in developing countries.
Capacity Development
Capacity Development, Migration Management Diploma Programme (MMDP)
The Migration Management Diploma Programme (MMDP) is a capacity-building programme that has been offered by UNU-MERIT since 2013.
Capacity Development
Capacity Development, Design and Evaluation of Innovation Policies (DEIP)
UNU-MERIT's DEIP: Week-long innovation policy workshops for LMIC officials and private sector leaders, running for 15 years.
Capacity Development
Capacity Development, Design and Evaluation of Public Policies (DEPP)
DEPP workshops: Policy development training for senior and middle-level officials in emerging countries.
Dual career
Dual career PhD programme
Our dual career PhD track aims to support fellows in setting up and carrying out a research project leading to a PhD alongside their regular job.
Full-time
Full-time PhD programme
The full-time PhD track is a four-year programme at our institute, ending with a Maastricht University doctoral degree upon a successful defence.
Non-degree
News
Entering the Climate Long Game: Words from European Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra
European Commissioner for Climate Action, Wopke Hoekstra, spoke at Maastricht University, discussing the EU's climate goals and policies.
Expert
Moussa Ibrahim Maiga
Moussa Ibrahim Maiga
Expert
Dr. Micheline Goedhuys
Dr. Micheline Goedhuys is senior research fellow and director of the PhD programme at the United Nations University (UNU-MERIT) in Maastricht, The Netherlands. Micheline is an expert on empowerment, entrepreneurship, innovation, SME development and growth in the MENA region and Sub-Sahara Africa.