Study program

University

City

University of Freiburg

Environmental Sciences

M.Sc. (Master of Science)

Subjects: Agriculture, Environmental and Nutritional Sciences

M.Sc.

Degree

English & German

Language

Winter semester: 15 May/15 Jul

Application Deadlines

2 Years (starting: Winter semester)

Duration

Free / €1500

Tuition fees (per semester)

Starting: Winter semester
Application:: directly at University
Study mode:: On campus

Program video

5 reasons why to choose this Master

In-depth learning

Courses are offered in 3-week-blocks each, allowing for an unparalleled, in-depth learning format appropriate to the content (including field trips).

Individualized program through elective modules

Students get to choose a specialized track such as "Wildlife and Biodiversity", "Environmental Modelling and GIS" or "Biomaterials and Bioenergy".

Practical application through internship

All students complete a 7-week work placement in a company or organization in Germany or abroad and put their knowledge into practice.

Tradition meets modernity at the University of Freiburg

At one of Germany’s oldest universities, cutting edge research and a lively student community enjoy an excellent reputation.

Eco-friendly city near the Black Forest

Freiburg is located near the beautiful Black Forest and is known for its green policies - a perfect place to live and study Environmental Sciences!

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Course description

The M.Sc in Environmental Sciences at the University of Freiburg offers application-oriented and research-driven training. Students become experts in understanding the impact of humans on ecosystems and the environment. The mandatory core modules teach students research skills, processes and functioning of ecosystems, environmental policies, and economics. Practical relevance is maintained through a 7-week internship.

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study mode

Career prospects

The M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences is intended for holders of a first bachelor degree in:

Environmental sciences
Forestry
Environmental and nature conservation
Biology and ecology
Geography
Natural resource management

For those interested in advancing their qualifications and their career opportunities in the field of environmental sciences.

Special Program Features

Interdisciplinary program

With a focus on terrestrial ecosystems, the curriculum includes perspectives from various related disciplines such as earth science, soil science, meteorology, biology, and hydrology. It also teaches the knowledge of political and socio-economic issues, and management skills.

Pursue your own research interests

The MSc offers many elective courses and provides students with the option to pursue independent research by writing a paper on a topic of their choice. This format is called ‘Current Issue’.

Field trips in Freiburg’s diverse landscape

The mountains of the Black Forest and the vegetation in the Rhine valley provide excellent opportunities for field trips and are a magnet for environmental scientists and organizations.

International experience on the European Campus Eucor

In cooperation with universities in Basel, Strasbourg, and Karlsruhe, the University of Freiburg is part of the European Campus Eucor.

Partner Universities

Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

Madrid

City

1 semester

Duration

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Babes-Bolyai University

Cluj-Napoca

City

2 semesters

Duration

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Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the Master's program in “Environmental Sciences” are:

Bachelor (undergraduate) degree

Previous degree in

Environmental Sciences

Forestry

Degrees are accepted if they fulfill the course requirements: 50 ECTS from natural sciences and forestry sciences, social and economic sciences and quantitative methods + additional requirements for the respective elective tracks*.

Minimum ECTS required:

180 (3-year BA)

ECTS are credit points acquired under the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System. One ECTS credit point comprises an estimated 25 to 30 hours of work.

If not available yet, please provide a copy of your latest transcripts of records proving you have gained at least 150 ECTS already and notification on when you will hand in your bachelor’s thesis.

*Applicants need to prove they have taken specific additional courses, for each track worth 25 ECTS in total: - Biomaterials and Bioenergy: Biology & utilization of renewable materials + natural sciences, - Wildlife and Biodiversity: ecological and population biology, - Environmental Modelling and GIS: numerical & imaging computer applications + quantitative scientific foundations, - Ökologie d. Klimawandels: ecosystemic connections & ecological foundations, - Landnutzung und Naturschutz: ecology & ecosystem management.

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GPA

The required minimum GPA is 2.9 in the German system.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.

English

CERF English

min C1

TOEFL iBT

min 95

IELTS

min 7

PTE Academic

min 76

Cambridge

min C1 Advanced (CAE)

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

In case you choose a German elective track: proof of German at level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference (GER) and proof of English B2 according to GER. Native speakers are exempt from the obligation of proof.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

Locked

For Candidates with previous degree from

Winter Semester
(starting in October)

Summer Semester
(starting in April)

Germany

Winter semester: -

Summer semester: -

Another EU Country

Winter semester: -

Summer semester: -

Rest of the world

Winter semester: -

Summer semester: -

Application Procedure & Selection

Admission test/interview:

None

Application:

directly at University

Application Fee:

none

Application Documents

Online-Application form

Printed from the online portal and signed.

Access the application portal in the link provided.

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Copy of the first university-level degree

Provide scanned copies

If you have completed your studies but have not been issued your certificate, include a confirmation from your university including your GPA.
If you have not completed your studies, include your certified current GPA score and confirmation of when you will hand in your undergraduate thesis.
If necessary, you must hand in a certified translation of your documents. Accepted languages are German or English.

Transcript of records

Copy needs to be officially certified.

If necessary, you need to hand in a certified translation of your documents. Accepted languages are German or English.

English Language Certificate → Language Requirements

Copy needs to be officially certified.

Letter of Motivation

Max. 2 pages. Find detailed guidelines in the link provided.

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Should present your academic and professional career.

Proof of Professional Experience

Only for practical experiences longer than 3 months.

Only for stays abroad longer than 6 months.

Further Information

Your personal contact

Prof. Dr. Andreas Christen

Program Director

Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources
Tennenbacher Str. 4
79106 Freiburg
Germany

Contact Details:
+49 761 203 3608
andreas.christen@meteo.uni-freiburg.de

Sunniva Dalmühle

Program Coordinator

Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources
Tennenbacher Str. 4
79106 Freiburg
Germany

Contact Details:
+49 761 203 3608
info-umwelt@unr.uni-freiburg.de

Information Package

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