Study program

University

City

University of Göttingen

Forest and Ecosystem Sciences

M.Sc. (Master of Science)

Subjects: Forestry, Environmental Studies, Ecology, Earth Science, Sustainability, Crop and Soil Management, Ecosystem Sciences, Bioengineering, Conservation Management, Biodiversity, Ecology, and Evolution

Green Tech Climate change

M.Sc.

Degree

120

ECTS

English only

Language

Winter semester: 15 Mar/15 Jun

Application Deadlines

2 Years (starting: Winter semester)

Duration

Free

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Winter semester
Mode of admission:: local admission restriction
Application:: directly at the University
Study mode:: On campus

Program Video

Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

Choose one interesting major field of specialization

In this master’s program, students choose one of three available major fields of specializations: Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling (EAM), Ecosystem Sciences (ES), or Tropical and International Forestry (TIF).

Cutting-edge research of vital current environmental issues

In this master’s program, students learn about ecosystem analysis and modeling, sustainable management of tropical forests, theory of ecosystems and ecology, among many other interesting topics.

Be part of a top-ranked university

The University of Göttingen and the Faculty of Forestry are highly recognized in international rankings (CHE Ranking, Shanghai Ranking, Times Higher Education Ranking, QS World University Rankings, Academic Ranking of World Universities) and German rankings (Humboldt Ranking, DFG-Ranking).

Nobel Prize laureates from Göttingen

Göttingen has fostered 45 Nobel Prize laureates in different fields such as physics, medicine, literature, economics, peace, and chemistry. → More Info

Opportunity to access the EPOS scholarship from the DAAD

International students (non-EU) that wish to apply to the study track “Tropical and International Forestry (TIF)” have the option to apply for the DAAD EPOS scholarship.

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Course Description

Do you wish to study different aspects of forest ecosystems? Do you wish to develop your professional career in the fields of environmental protection and conservation? In the M.Sc. in Forest and Ecosystem Science, students are to specialize in one of three interesting study majors: “Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling”, “Ecosystem Sciences”, or “Tropical and International Forestry”. During this program, you will be able to perform cutting-edge research and be part of this top-ranked university.

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study Mode

Career Prospects

The M.Sc. in Forest and Ecosystem Sciences is intended for holders of a first bachelor’s degree in:

Forestry or
Related Subject

It is ideal for those interested in advancing their qualifications and career opportunities in forest and ecosystem sciences.

Special Program Features

Specialization: “Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling”

In this study track, students learn to analyze the current reaction of forest ecosystems to different situations such as climate change.

Specialization: “Ecosystem Sciences”

During this study track, students learn the theory, critical thinking skills, and laboratory methods of measurement to analyze terrestrial ecosystems.

Specialization: “Tropical and International Forestry”

Students learn to analyze the relationship between ecological and economic processes. They have the opportunity to participate in student projects and travel to a host country (such as Uganda, Laos, and Myanmar) to conduct field research.

A university of enlightenment and sciences

Studying at the University of Göttingen means being committed to research and the development of the modern humanities and natural sciences. It is the same spirit that fostered its creation in the age of the Enlightenment (1737). Additionally, the nice campus and student life make studying in Göttingen a unique experience.

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Accreditations

ZEvA

The Central Evaluation and Accreditation Agency is an independent private accreditation agency in the tertiary education sector which accredits and evaluates study programs in Germany, Europe, and beyond.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “Forest and Ecosystem Sciences” are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degree

Previous bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in:

Forestry or

Related Subject

Min ECTS required:

180 ECTS.

*Provisional admission is granted to those who have not yet completed their studies at the time of application but have acquired at least 150 credits in a relevant Bachelor's degree program or an equivalent degree program.

**The selection committee decides whether a preliminary (Bachelor) study course is relevant to the subject. The relevance of the previous study course has to be proven by achievements in Forestry or Environmental Sciences, Resource or Ecosystem Management, Life Sciences, or Applied Computer Sciences for at least 60 credits.

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Language Requirements

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

English

IELTS

min 6

TOEFL iBT

min 81

CEFR English

min B2

UNIcert

min II

PTE Academic

min 59

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

English language proficiency can also be proven by NULTE-Certificate with a min. of Niveau B2, Cambridge English Scale with a min. of 160 points, or by the successful completion of an English-language course of study lasting at least three years is also accepted as proof of sufficient knowledge of the English language.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

Locked

For Candidates with Previous Degree from

Winter Semester
(starting in October)

Germany

Winter Semester: -

Another EU Country

Winter Semester: -

Rest of the world

Winter Semester: -

Applications are open from:

Winter semester:May 01 (German)May 01 (EU)February 01 (Non EU)

Summer semester:

Spring semester:

Application Procedure & Selection

Mode of Admission:

local admission restriction

Admission Test/Interview:

None

Application:

directly at the University

Application Fee:

none

Application Documents

Online Application Form

The application form (an automatically generated PDF that summarizes the online application entries, which is sent to your email address).

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First University-Level Degree Copy

The Diploma(s) of the applicant in certified German or English translations if the originals are not in English or German. If a diploma is not yet available, a certificate stating the work performed, the credits, and the provisional average grade must be submitted (you are asked to upload a degree document, a final/ provisional transcript of records as well as a grading scale showing the minimum and maximum passing grade).

A Curriculum vitae in table form in English with a meaningful presentation of the educational background. Please use the Europass CV format.

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Personal Declaration

An indication of the intended major field of study.

English Language Certificate → Language Requirements

APS

Only applies to applicants from China, Mongolia, and Vietnam: APS Certificate.

Additional Documents

Additional attachments if applicable. It is possible to improve your application result by various achievements (see below). Please upload the following documents if available and relevant to the application:

Proof of scholarships or academic prizes
Proof of a study-related stay abroad
Proof of Internship, related to your studies, min. 8 weeks, outside the university
Proof of professional training, related to your studies
Proof of participation in a research project (min. 8 weeks)
Proof of participation in university boards (min. 1 year)
Proof of co-authorship of a journal with peer-review-system

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