Environmental Sciences

Universitat Freiburg · Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Freiburg im Breisgau
Apply by
Register by 15 May 2027
Starts
Winter semester

Universitat Freiburg does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €3,000 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
BSc degree with a final grade of at least 2.5 (according to the German grading system) BSc degree in environmental sciences, geosciences, hydrology, biology, forestry, agricultural sciences, nature conservation, landscape planning or a related field English C1 Specific academic requirements according to the major ( See here .)
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: telc English: telc English C1 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEIC: 945 Reading: 455 Listening: 490 Speaking: 180 Writing: 180 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 March - 15 May
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About this programme

The MSc Environmental Sciences deals with various aspects of the analysis of environmental change and its impacts on natural systems and human societies as well as with the development of measures to mitigate existing problems and prevent future ones. Aspects of Global Change and its effects on wildlife and biodiversity are covered, as are new approaches towards a sustainable bioeconomy, developing new biomaterials and making more effective use of bioenergy. Shape our nature: Gain advanced training in ecosystem dynamics, ecological change and sustainable strategies to protect, adapt, and restore our environment. Students choose between four English-taught majors (and one German major): Climate Change Ecology Study the effects of climate change on terrestrial ecosystems on a local, regional and global scale. Wildlife and Biodiversity Explore the ecology and conservation biology of wildlife and biodiversity, with a focus on terrestrial ecosystems. Environmental Modelling and Data Sciences Tackle complex research and global challenges by gaining broad spectrum of computer-based skills. Sustainability Assessment and Transformation Gain expert knowledge of state-of-the-art sustainability assessment tools. Landnutzung und Naturschutz (mostly in German) Evaluate the use and protection of nature and our landscape.

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