Master of Science in Environment, Climate Change and Health
A transdisciplinary Master's programme addressing the global challenges of climate change, environmental health, and planetary well-being.
Best for:Best for graduates in economics, social, natural, or health sciences seeking to address planetary health challenges.
Overview
The Master of Science in Environment, Climate Change and Health at the University of Bayreuth is a full-time, four-semester programme designed to tackle the complex intersections of environmental change and human health. Students explore the causes and consequences of climate change, biodiversity loss, and global health systems through a transdisciplinary lens. The curriculum integrates scientific theory with practical skills in project management, science communication, and policy analysis. Participants are expected to complete a mandatory eight-week internship and a final Master's thesis to demonstrate their expertise in the field.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS credits across four semesters of modular study.
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework covering climate-associated diseases and ecosystem functions.
- Participate in a mandatory eight-week internship, preferably in an international setting.
- Develop and execute a Master's thesis in the final semester.
- Acquire practical skills in scientific writing, project management, and science communication.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in economics, social, natural, or health sciences (or related fields) with a minimum grade of 2.5 (German system).
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English (C1 level required); German (A1 level required).
Instruction: English
- Academic background in health or natural sciences with at least 30 ECTS credits in relevant subjects.
- Proficiency in English at C1 level (e.g., TOEFL 95 or IELTS 7.0).
- Basic German language proficiency (A1 level, can be obtained during the first year).
- Strong motivation and demonstrated competence in the field of environment and health.
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 150 ECTS credits completed.
- Non-EU citizens must provide preliminary review documentation via uni-assist.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2025-06-15
Applications must be submitted via the uni-assist portal. Candidates must provide a CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, and proof of language proficiency. A selection committee will evaluate applications and conduct interviews with qualified candidates.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Transcript of records
- English language certificate
- German language certificate
- Secondary school leaving certificate
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