MSc Forest and Ecosystem Sciences at University of Göttingen

Looking at the forest and forest ecosystem from various perspectives: ecosystem analysis and modelling, ecosystems sciences and tropical forestry – you can specialise in one of these three foci as your individually chosen forestry topic. In addition to the compulsory modules, you can extend your course of studies thanks to a large set of options, internships and international visits. This degree programme qualifies the student for an international career in forest and ecosystems management as well as in the areas of environmental protection and conservation.

Faculty: Faculty of Forest Sciences and Forest Ecology  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

You have three study tracks to choose from: Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling, Ecosystem Sciences or Tropical and International Forestry. Visualize data; choose appropriate models, validation and interpretation of models, and state potential caveats of models used.

Career pathways

This degree programme qualifies the student for an international career in forest and ecosystems management as well as in the areas of environmental protection and conservation.

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