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BSc Geographie (Geography) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Single-subject science degree combining human geography and physical geography, for students interested in society, economy, environment and new technologies.

Faculty: Fachbereich 09 - Chemie, Pharmazie, Geographie und Geowissenschaften  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught; Single-subject bachelor)  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Semesters 1-2: lectures and exercises on human-geographic foundations (settlement, social and economic geography), physical-geographic foundations, scientific working techniques and presentation skills.

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Entry requirements

No admission restriction (no Numerus clausus). Interest in both natural-science and social-science content; active and passive English is required to read English texts and attend English-language courses. Fieldwork excursions need a certain physical fitness. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early June to 1 September.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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