Sustainable Chemistry at Justus Liebig University Giessen is an international, research-oriented Master of Science of 4 semesters and 120 credit points, taught entirely in English and starting only in the winter semester. You learn to design chemical processes, products and methods that meet the requirements of sustainability, taking into account resource use, energy efficiency, climate protection, health and safety. Teaching comes from experts in areas such as (organo)catalysis, green chemistry, recycling and sustainable materials, for example for batteries. You gain theoretical and practical depth in synthesis, analysis and evaluation from a sustainability perspective, and you are involved early in current research projects. The programme includes three elective modules from chemistry or other subjects. Requirements include a Bachelor's with at least 180 ECTS in line with the GDCh recommendations for chemistry degrees, and English at B2 level.
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To qualify for admission to the Master’s programme Sustainable Chemistry, applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (with at least 180 ECTS credit points). The previous studies must demonstrate a profile that complies with the "[Empfehlungen der GDCh-Studienkommission zum Bachelorstudium Chemie an Universitäten](https://www.gdch.de/fileadmin/downloads/Service_und_Infor...)". This is assessed by the examination board as part of the application and admission procedure.
In addition, the examination board may recognise other courses of study as equivalent following a case-by-case assessment.
As the entire degree programme is taught in English, applicants must provide proof of sufficient knowledge of written and spoken English. Accepted proofs of language proficiency (GER B2):
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