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Geographie (Nebenfach im Kombinationsbachlor) – Geography at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Minor subject giving early access to competences from all areas of geography with a focus on human geography, physical geography or human-environment relations.

Faculty: Fachbereich 19 Geography  |  Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects  |  Study mode: full-time; minor subject (Nebenfach), only in combination with a major; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Subject-scientific competences in geography with geoinformatics, cartography, statistics and field and laboratory methods.

Career pathways

Extends the qualification profile of the chosen major.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent. A major subject must be chosen; cannot be combined with Geography (major). International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 18.09.2026.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects

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