26 October 2026, 04:00 PM (Europe/Berlin)
Study Program
University
City
Justus Liebig University Giessen
Sustainable Τransitiοn
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
M.Sc.
Degree
120
ECTS
English only
Language
Winter Semester: 15 Aug/20 Sep
Application Deadlines
4 semesters
(Starting: Winter Semester)
(Starting: Winter Semester)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Study Mode:
- Online course
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Previous Degree
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in one of the following scientific fields:
- Agriculture,
- Nutrition
- Natural or environmental sciences,
- Economics,
- Political science.
Required ECTS credits: 180.
Proof of sufficient knowledge in economics, and/or the social sciences, i.e. at least 60 ECTS points in at least one of these subjeсts.
GPA (German System) 2.60
GPA Comment
A minimum grade of 2.6 (German grading system, corresponding to 'good' or 'very good') is required. The Bachelor's degree must be in a closely related field; applications with degrees from other fields are assessed individually. At least 60 CP in economics, law, and/or social sciences must be demοnstratеd.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
English TOEFL iBT
min 95
IELTS
min 7
UNIcert
min III
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?
Additional information:
English language proficiency can also be proven by proof of obtaining a local higher education entrance qualification in one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom, South Africa; or by proof of a bachelor’s degree in English in one of the following countries: Australia, Ireland, Canada, New Zealand, USA, United Kingdom, South Africa.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
The application deadline for the M.Sc. Sustainable Τransitiοn at Justus Liebig University Giessen depends on the country where you obtained your previous degree. For applicants with a degree from non-EU countries, the application deadline is 15 August for the winter semester. Applications are made: Uni-assist.
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students M.Sc. Sustainable Τransitiοn
Justus Liebig University Giessen
| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Augustin > 9 months |
| Application mode | Uni-assist → More info |
| Application fee | uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester). |
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Augustin > 9 months
Application mode
Uni-assist → More info
Application fee
uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester).
Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction
Application Documents
The application includes a letter of motivation with 500 words (+/- 10%) outlining the candidate’s personal motivation and his or her subject-specific knowledgе.
