Master of Science in Earth and Climate System Science
An interdisciplinary Master's programme focusing on the simulation and analysis of Earth system components, land use, and climate change impacts.
Best for:Best for students with a background in natural, geo-, or agricultural sciences seeking to specialize in Earth system simulation and sustainability.
Overview
The Master of Science in Earth and Climate System Science at the University of Hohenheim is a unique, research-oriented programme that bridges natural sciences with agricultural and economic perspectives. Students gain a deep understanding of Earth system processes, including the impacts of human activity, land management, and climate change. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, such as operating soil-vegetation-atmosphere models and utilizing remote sensing technologies. Graduates are prepared to develop sustainability concepts and provide evidence-based guidance to decision-makers in the context of global environmental challenges.
What you'll do
- Engage in theoretical coursework covering fundamental Earth system science principles.
- Operate and analyze soil-vegetation-atmosphere models to study feedback mechanisms.
- Participate in practical exercises and field measurements.
- Develop skills in data assimilation for weather forecasting and climate simulations.
- Apply remote sensing techniques for Earth system observations.
- Synthesize natural science data with economic models for sustainability analysis.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in natural sciences, geosciences, or agricultural sciences.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, or UNIcert II.
Instruction: English
- Bachelor's degree grade of at least 3.0 or higher.
- At least 6 ECTS credits in mathematics.
- At least 6 ECTS credits in physics.
- At least 6 ECTS credits in chemistry.
- English language proficiency at B2 level.
- Applicants must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree in natural, geo-, or agricultural sciences.
- Must meet specific ECTS credit requirements in math, physics, and chemistry.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-05-15
Applications must be submitted through the official university portal. Non-EU applicants should apply between December 1 and March 15, while EU applicants should apply between April 1 and May 15.
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
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