Global Change: Ecosystem Science and Policy

Justus Liebig University Giessen · Giessen, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
3 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Gießen
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<p>Rolling procedure, early application is recommended (by <strong>15 July</strong> for the following winter semester).</p> <p>If you would like to apply at short notice, please enquire with the <a href="mailto:[email protected]">UCD programme director</a>.</p>
Starts
Winter semester
Tuition
€29,500

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS-points and an average grade of 2.48 (UCD grade points) or better in one of the following scientific fields: Biology Agricultural Studies Natural or Environmental Sciences Following a case-by-case assessment, other study programmes may be accepted such as zoology, ecology, geology or biochemistry as equivalent and may also be subjected to specific requirements.
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: IELTS Academic: 6.5
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
Rolling procedure, early application is recommended (by 15 July for the following winter semester). If you would like to apply at short notice, please enquire with the UCD programme director .
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About this programme

Do you really want to make a difference in the world? Are you passionate about life sciences and already have a Bachelor's degree in this field? Do you like to travel, make international contacts and gain experience abroad? Then you've come to the right place! The international Master's programme in "Global Change: Ecosystem Science and Policy" provides the perfect combination of science, data management and policy advice on global change, complemented by practical experience and one or more stays abroad . It is offered jointly by Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU), Faculty of Biology and Chemistry, in the heart of Germany, and University College Dublin (UCD), School of Biology and Environmental Science, in Ireland. The programme has a duration of 16 months and comprises 120 ECTS credit points. It is taught entirely in English. Global change refers to planetary-scale changes occurring in complex socio-ecological systems . Understanding the intricate changes in our land, air and water requires advanced scientific knowledge in measurement, modelling and prediction. During your studies you will learn how best to tackle the global challenges of our time, such as climate change, biodiversity loss, resource consumption, etc. After three semesters, graduates will receive a joint Master's degree (MSc) from both universities and will be able to build an important bridge between science and policy. This programme is unique in that: You will be involved in active research groups in

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