MSc Biogeoscience of the Anthropocene
An interdisciplinary Master's programme investigating global environmental challenges and terrestrial ecosystem dynamics.
Best for:Best for graduates in geosciences, biosciences, or environmental sciences seeking hands-on interdisciplinary training in ecosystem dynamics.
Overview
The International Master's programme in Biogeoscience of the Anthropocene at Friedrich Schiller University Jena trains students to analyze and address complex environmental pressures such as climate change and biodiversity loss. Positioned at the intersection of biosciences, geosciences, and data sciences, the curriculum emphasizes transformative competence and practical problem-solving. Students benefit from cutting-edge university research infrastructure and collaborations with Max Planck Institutes, utilizing advanced open-air laboratories and long-term research sites. The four-semester programme combines theoretical lectures, lab work, computer exercises, and extensive fieldwork to prepare future environmental experts.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS across four semesters, including compulsory and elective modules.
- Participate in advanced fieldwork, monitoring techniques, and open-air laboratory exercises.
- Engage in lab work, computer exercises, and seminars featuring discussions and presentations.
- Conduct independent project work with individual supervision.
- Complete a Master's thesis during the final semester.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in geosciences, biological sciences, environmental sciences, or related fields
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 required (e.g., TOEFL iBT 7, IELTS Academic 7, Cambridge C1 Advanced)
Instruction: English
- At least 60 credits in biological or earth sciences
- At least 15 credits in microbiology, applied geology, hydrogeology, or geoecology
- At least 5 credits in qualitative and quantitative methods such as statistics
- Completion of an internship lasting at least four weeks
- Successful completion of an online self-assessment test
- Open to EU and non-EU applicants meeting academic and language criteria
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Applicants must complete the mandatory online self-assessment and submit their application through the university's designated portal. EU applicants must apply between April 1 and August 31, while non-EU applicants must apply between April 1 and May 31 for the winter semester.
- BSc degree certificate and transcripts
- Official English language certificate
- Online self-assessment result
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