Geography, Master 1 subject

  • Is that dirt or do we all it “soil”?
  • Which information does “Mother Earth” send us?
  • What is it that blooms there and why?
  • How are we going to live in 20 years’ time?
  • Humans and the environment – does it work?

Profile

Degree
Master of Science
Start
Winter- and summer semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
German
Admission
Not restricted, application at the faculty required
Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Application information for international applicants

Application information for international applicants

What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it bridges the gap between natural science and humanities by integrating the entire spatial aspects of the relationship between humans and their environment.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • Urban and Landscape Ecology
  • Regional Development Management
  • Geomatics
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
have:
  • deep interest in soil as a research topic
  • no fear of English and mathematics
  • good understanding of the fundamental methods and subjects taught in the Bachelor’s degree programme

enjoy:

  • theoretical work and hands-on activities indoors and outdoors

struggle through:

  • case studies and project work
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • Geography
  • Land-use Planning
  • Urban Planning
  • Landscape Planning & Management
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in the field of urban planning
  • in the environmental protection industry
  • in the field of geo data management
  • in the field of real estate development
And else?
An internship ...

is mandatory. It is done during the degree course.
Duration: 8 weeks

Studying abroad ... is recommended. It is done from the 3rd semester.
Duration: 1-6 months
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

PD Dr. Dennis Edler
Building, Room: IA 6/75
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-23362
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Geographie
Building, Room: IA 00/167
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-24526
Email:
Website Fachschaft

Internet

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