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FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
Geosciences: Palaeobiology (Major subject) and Earth Systems Research Lab (Minor subject)
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
Subjects: Geosciences, Biology, Earth Science, Geochemistry
M.Sc.
Degree
English only
Language
Winter semester: 27 May/15 Jul
Application Deadlines
2 Years (starting: Winter semester)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
- Starting
- Winter semester
- Application:
- directly at the University
- Study mode:
- On campus
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Previous Degree
Bachelor's degree.
Students may apply for the degree program once they have completed modules worth a minimum of 140 ECTS credits.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.
CEFR English
min B2
IELTS
min 5.5
TOEFL pBT
min 552
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? yes
Additional information:
Exemptions: native speakers, holders of University degrees taught in English.
Application & Admission
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Special Deadline Case:
Winter semester: EU, UK and US students can apply until July 15th.
Application Procedure & Selection
Admission Test/Interview:
None
Application:
directly at the University
Application Fee:
none
Application Documents
Following the online application, all of the required documents must be sent to the Master's Office by post (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg, Referat L4 – Master Office, Schlossplatz 4, 91054 Erlangen). Foreign certificates must be handed in as officially certified copies with an officially certified translation. Documents don’t have to be translated if they are issued in German, English, or French.
- A complete and signed application for admission – in duplicate. This is the official form generated at the end of your registration in the campo system.
- School leaving certificate(s).
- University degree certificate(s) – (e.g. Bachelor) or, if not issued yet, a confirmation from your university that you will graduate in the running semester (incl. estimated date of graduation).
- Diploma supplement or complete academic report/transcript of records.
- Personal datasheet. It must be prepared by the applicant and bear the date of issue and the original signature of the applicant. The university asks you to indicate all information regarding your education starting with elementary school until today. Please also describe your work experience and internships, stays abroad, voluntary work, prizes, etc. Please do not include a photograph.
- Letter of motivation.
- Confirmation of the required English level (see language requirements). Exemptions: native speakers, holders of university degrees taught in English.