Forest and Ecosystem Sciences (FES)

Georg August Universitat Gottingen · Göttingen, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Göttingen
Apply by
Register by 15 June 2027 + 1 more
Starts
Winter semester

Georg August Universitat Gottingen does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
To be considered for admission, the following requirements must be fulfilled: a professional degree (BSc or equivalent) in forestry or a related field (e.g. forestry or environmental sciences, resource or ecosystem management, life sciences or applied computer sciences) with very good to good results conferred by an institute of higher education or a similar qualification proficiency in English (TOEFL or IELTS or equivalent) We welcome applicants with relevant professional experience. Please check our application platform.
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 81 Reading: 21 Listening: 21 Speaking: 21 Writing: 21 IELTS Academic: 6 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries For the winter semester: until 15 June The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the winter semester: until 15 March
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About this programme

In the MSc programme Forest and Ecosystem Sciences (FES) , students specialise in a field of their choice. Students can choose from one of the following three specialisation fields (study tracks): Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling (EAM) Ecosystem Sciences (ES) Tropical and International Forestry (TIF) The specialisations convey scientific content and methods as well as professional skills for subsequent professional activity. These skills comprise competences in problem solving, capacity for teamwork, project management know-how and interdisciplinary thinking and working. The programme offers a research-based education in the field of forest and ecosystem sciences. It is for students interested in pursuing an international career in forestry, nature conservation, ecosystem research or with a development organisation. Along with the formal coursework, students gain intercultural work and life experience by interacting with international colleagues and professors. Experience has shown that personal and professional contact established during this MSc programme is an excellent way to expand the student's professional network.

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