M.I.N.C. – Master of International Nature Conservation (MSc)

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 May 2027
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
Admission to the programme at the University of Göttingen is limited to a maximum number of 10 students each winter semester. Admission criteria are as follows: Bachelor's degree from a six-semester programme in biology, biodiversity, ecology, agricultural sciences, forest sciences, geography, nature conservation, wildlife management, environmental sciences or equivalent fields Applicants must provide evidence that at least 34% of their achievements from their previous studies have been in the fields of nature conservation, biology, ecology, biodiversity, wildlife management, environmental science, forestry, agricultural science, and/or geography. sufficient knowledge of the English language personal motivation previous special experience and expertise in international nature conservation Applicants will be ranked according to ranking scales found in the admission regulations ( https://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/home/661069.html ), and the best candidates will be selected. Applicants must provide the following: The result of an internationally recognised test of English as a foreign language (if English is not the native language) – see language requirements examination transcripts a
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 100 Reading: 25 Listening: 25 Speaking: 25 Writing: 25 telc English: telc English C1 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III IELTS Academic: 7
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 1 April - 15 May
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About this programme

The course of study provides students with a basic understanding of conservation biology and offers insights into international conservation problems. The compulsory and elective courses at the University of Göttingen (international nature conservation, population viability analysis, assessing wildlife for conservation, data analysis for field biologists) focus on basic theories and research approaches in conservation biology, reasons for biodiversity loss and the role of population biology. Furthermore, they deal with methods of describing biodiversity and wildlife populations and practical strategies for recovery. At Lincoln, a combination of three modules is compulsory, including courses in advanced ecology and environmental sciences for environmental policy, research methods in ecology, and aspects of sustainability. The degree is a double degree offered jointly by the University of Göttingen and Lincoln University, New Zealand. A Master of Science (MSc) or Master of Science / Master of International Nature Conservation (MSc/M.I.N.C.) can be awarded.

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