The applicant should meet the following requirements:
20 ECTS in physics, biology, or chemistry.
20 ECTS in environmental sciences.
If the bachelor's certificate is not yet available, confirmation containing the individual grades for all examinations and courses up to the registration deadline must be submitted, showing that you have completed at least 135 ECTS. The BSc certificate has to be submitted until the end of the 1st semester at the latеst.
GPA (German System) 2.50
GPA Comment
An examination grade of 2,5 or better on the German grading scalе.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
English
CEFR English
min B2
TOEFL iBT
min 90
IELTS
min 6.5
Cambridge
min B2 First (FCE)
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? no
Additional information:
A German Abitur certificate can also provide evidence if B2 is shown in it. Studying in English before or completing a thesis in English is also sufficient proof of language proficiency.
Application & Admission
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Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction, but ability test (aptitude assessment)
Application:
directly at university
Application Documents
You need the following items for your application (all in English):
Completed application form.
Attachments:
The motivation letter (max. 2 pages) explaining specific talents and interests that make you particularly well-suited for the program of study.
A copy of your BSc certificate including confirmation with individual grades for the coursework and examinations completed during the applicant's studies (see previous degree requirements).
Your curriculum vitae CV (in table form, 1 page, including a recent photo).
Evidence of a strong command of English (see language requirements).
If available, evidence of special qualifications (stipends, awards, internships, etc) or interdisciplinary study skills.
If applicable, affirmative action application.
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