MSc Biogeoscience of the Anthropocene at Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Programme overview

In the Master’s programme Biogeoscience of the Anthropocene, you will explore how life, water, soil, rock and climate interact — and how human activity is reshaping these systems. Bringing together perspectives from geosciences, biology, chemistry and data science, the programme offers a modern, research-oriented approach to understanding environmental change.

Faculty: Faculty of Biological Sciences | Department: Faculty of Chemistry and Earth Science | Duration: 4 semesters (120 ECTS) | Study mode: full-time or part-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Jena, Thüringen, Germany

What you will study

During the first year, you will build a solid base in scientific thinking and methodology. Core modules introduce research design, analytical techniques and ethical principles.

Career pathways

All the above mentioned skills prepare you for demanding roles in both research and applied environmental sciences. Graduates are well prepared for careers in research, business, politics and administration, including the following areas: Research and development. Our society faces immense challenges in terms of biodiversity loss, climate change and environmental protection.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Subject-specific bachelor's degree. Applicants must have: a bachelor’s degree with at least 60 ECTS in biosciences, geosciences or related fields; a bachelor’s thesis in a relevant subject area, minimum mark is (german grading) 2.0 (equivalent to ‘good’); basic knowledge of microbiology, geology, hydrogeology or geoecology (at least 15 ECTS); experience with scientific methods (at least 5 ECTS). Internship: You have one subject-relevant internship (minimum four weeks duration). Language requirements: Excellent English language skills are essential. You must demonstrate your language skills with a certificate at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or an equivalent qualification. Recognised certificates include: • IELTS (academic or general test): minimum level 7.0; • TOEFL: paper-based = 600; computer-based = 250; internet-based 95; • Cambridge Proficiency Exam (CPE) (passed); • Trinity Ca'Foscari Certification C1 (passed).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (120 ECTS)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-jena.de/en/6510/m-sc-biogeoscience-of-the-anthropocene#studies_text_application

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