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4 semesters
English
Free (277 EUR/sem)
Winter
Kiel University (CAU) is a prestigious research university located in the city of Kiel, Germany. The university offers a wide range of courses and programs, including the highly regarded Marine Geosciences course. This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the geological processes and structures of the marine environment. Students in the Marine Geosciences course have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and opportunities to participate in fieldwork and expeditions. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in marine geology, oceanography, and environmental science.
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How to apply
What you need to apply for Marine Geosciences at Kiel University (CAU)
1. TOEFL (paper-based score 567, computer-based score 87 minimum), 2. IELTS (6,5 minimum), University of Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: Grade C
What to prepare for your application to Marine Geosciences
Please be ready to provide the following information/documents:
1) Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages)
2) Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
3) Certificate and Transcript of Records (please also provide an overview table that shows ECTS-points or hours of course you choose in a) Geosciences, b) Geophysics, c) Mineralogy)
4) Proof of Bachelor of Sciences in a relevant field - with a grade of 2.5 or better
5) Proof of proficiency in English (unless you are native English speaker)
6) Certified copies of the following: a) certification of the university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur, high school degree), b) certificate of academic diplomas, c) official academic transcripts from all universities attended.
Step-by-step guide to applying for Marine Geosciences at Kiel University (CAU)
Application portal link : https://stipendien.uni-kiel.de/geosciences/index.php?page...
After successfull application please visit the following website at the CAU Kiel for information on the enrollment process: Application and Registration at CAU Kiel
Please contact the following adress if you need information that is not provided on the website above:
University Kiel
Student Service of the CAU
Christian-Albrechts-Platz 4
(main tower CAU)
Schalter - counter window
24118 Kiel
Phone: +49 (0)431/880-4840
email: [email protected]
http://www.studium.uni-kiel.de/de/kontakt-beratung/studie...
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
277 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
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Bachelor Degree with GPA 2.5 or better with a minimum of 50 ECTS-points collected on geoscientific subjects. Additional requirements will be obligatory if only 40 ECTS-points are provided by geoscientific subjects (set of courses with maximum 30 ECTS-points)
https://www.ifg.uni-kiel.de/de/studium-1/m-sc-marine-geos...
. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 50 ECTS points for geoscientific lectures is required to start studies without additional requirements will be obligatory if only 40 ECTS-points are provided by geoscientific subjects (set of courses with maximum 30 ECTS points) - for more details see "Fachprüfungsordnung" under Study Information).
Certificate and Transcripts of Records (Please provide an overview/table with ECTS points or hours of courses you have had in a) Geosciences b) Geophysics c) Mineralogy)
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in geosciences or a related subject.
Minimum standard period of study: 3 years.
Required ECTS credits: 180.
Applicants with a university degree in a related subject can receive admission without satisfying further conditions if they have obtained at least 50 ECTS points collected on geoscientific subjects. Additional requirements will be obligatory if only 40 ECTS points are provided by geoscientific subjects (a set of courses with a maximum of 30 ECTS points).
GPA (German System) 2.50
GPA Comment
A final grade of 2.5 or higher.
Proof of adequate English proficiency at level B2 can be demonstrated through either the completion of an English-language bachelor's degree program or a comparable test. Certificates issued by universities, including those conducted by German institutions, are accepted.
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Application fee
75 EUR
Estimated time
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Address
Dr Miriam Tanhua, Ludewig-Meyn-Straße 10, 24118 Kiel
Institut für Geowissenschaften
Olshausenstr. 40
D-24118 Kiel
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