BSc Forest Science and Resource Management at Technical University of Munich

The program aims to teach students how to make sustainable use of resources, with reference to the example of the forest and wood as a renewable resource. In addition to well-founded specialist knowledge, this demands a comprehensive understanding of systems and extensive methodological competencies As complex ecosystems, forests feature worldwide among the most significant biodiversity hotspots and fulfill numerous functions. Taught at Weihenstephan (Freising).

Faculty: TUM School of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter Semester (October)  |  Location: München, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The Bachelor’s program Forest Science and Resource Management is designed to be completed in 6 semesters, including an internship (8 weeks) and the preparation of a Bachelor’s thesis. In total, students must earn 180 credit points through the completion of modular courses. For every module, students must take a corresponding module examination.

Career pathways

The goal of the program is to provide solid foundations for embarking on a consecutive master's program in the areas of “Forest Science” and “Resource Management”. Moreover, the program also offers an initial qualification that can be used for professional purposes.

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