Master of Science in Meteorology and Climate Physics

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology KIT · Karlsruhe, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Karlsruhe
Apply by
Register by 30 September 2026 + 3 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester
Tuition
€3,000

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
A Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Meteorology and Climate Physics or a related discipline with adequate content in physics, mathematics and atmospheric science from a university or a university of applied sciences in Germany or a university abroad is needed. The programme must have been completed within a standard period of study of at least three years with a minimum of 180 ECTS credits. The admission requirements may also be fulfilled by a Bachelor's degree in other subjects, such as Physics, Mathematics, Geosciences, Oceanography or another natural science, and knowledge in relevant subjects conveyed by a Bachelor’s programme (e.g. as a subsidiary or supplementary subject) resulting in minimum achievements in the following areas: Meteorology and Climate Physics in the amount of least 24 ECTS credits Physics in the amount of at least 24 ECTS credits Mathematics in the amount of at least 12 ECTS credits If the requirements are not fulfilled completely, a conditional admission may be possible (decided by the admission committee).
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II TOEIC: 785 Reading: 385 Listening: 400 IELTS Academic: 6
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries For the winter semester: until 30 September The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the winter semester: until 15 July The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries For the summer semester: until 31 March The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the summer semester: until 15 January
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About this programme

The Institute of Meteorology and Climate Research (IMK) at KIT is one of the oldest and largest research institutions in atmospheric science in Germany. Students benefit from the rich research environment at IMK in many ways. The whole breadth of atmospheric sciences from small-scale processes in clouds to long-term climate change is taught by leading experts in their field. The MSc programme includes lectures, exercise classes, numerical modelling, a field/laboratory practical and a one-week excursion. The programme concludes with one year of free research with students enjoying the freedom to choose a topic and supervisors from many different working groups. Compulsory courses in atmospheric sciences can be combined with optional courses to give room for individual interests. The atmospheric science research programme of KIT was recently reviewed as “outstanding” by a team of international experts and currently ranks among the top positions in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) , also known as the Shanghai ranking. Characteristic features of the MSc programme in Meteorology and Climate Physics at KIT: Comprehensive education in meteorology and climate physics Studying at one of the largest and renowned institutions for atmospheric research in Germany Study and work in small, well supervised groups Large percentage of practical experience (exercises, project work) Research-oriented teaching and high potential of active involvements in research projects For pro

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