BSc Forest Sciences at University of Freiburg

Programme overview

The B.Sc. in Forest Sciences provides a comprehensive view of forest ecosystems, covering their impact on climate, soil, water, and air quality, as well as their role in nature conservation and landscape protection. The programme studies forest ecosystems through natural and social science perspectives, examining forest resource use by the forestry industry and its social and ecological impacts. It includes numerous field trips and practical field exercises.

Faculty: Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources | Duration: 6 semesters | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Winter Semester | Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Entry requirements

Admission (first semester): Restricted admission (95 places) Selection procedure Average grade in the German higher education entrance qualification and and extracurricular activities, if applicable Germans and EU citizens: 90% of study spaces are granted in a selection procedure and 10% after a waiting period. Language requirements: German C1. Application period: 1 June – 15 July.

Intake: Winter Semester

Duration: 6 semesters

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