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What you need to apply for Geography of Environmental Transformation at University of Bayreuth
What to prepare for your application to Geography of Environmental Transformation
Attachments:
The motivation letter (max. 2 pages) explaining specific talents and interests that make you particularly well-suited for the M.Sc. programme
A copy of your B.Sc. certificate including a confirmation with individual grades for the coursework and examinations completed during the applicant's studies
180 ECTS in total
An examination grade of 2.5 or better on the German grading scale
substantial modules in Physical Geography and methods
[If the bachelor's certificate is not yet available, confirmation containing the individual grades for all examinations and courses up to the registration deadline must be submitted, showing that you have completed at least 135 ECTS. The B.Sc. certificate has to be submitted until the end of the 1st semester at the latest]
If applicable, affirmative action application
If available, evidence of special qualifications (stipends, prices, internships, etc.) or interdisciplinary study skills
Evidence of a basic command of German (for non-native speakers documented by a German language certificate equivalent to the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages has to be submitted until the end of the 2nd semester at latest)
Evidence of a strong command of English (documented either by a highschool degree, a B.Sc., or a thesis completed in English, or an English language certificate equivalent to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Your curriculum vitae CV (in table form, 1 page, including a recent photo)
II. Subject-specific coursework and examinations (up to 4 points) from the bachelor's programme in Physical Geography or an equivalent programme (e.g. Geo-Ecology, Landscape Ecology) with curricular analysis being based on competencies rather than schematic comparison of the modules.
Vorprüfungsdokumentation (VPD) uni-assist for an application for the Universität Bayreuth
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Tuition
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Semester contribution
165 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
per application
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The motivation letter (max. 2 pages) explaining specific talents and interests that make you particularly well-suited for the M.Sc. programme
Your curriculum vitae CV (in table form, 1 page, including a recent photo)
We require a current curriculum vitae without chronological gaps up to the time of your application at UBT. The cv must contain accurate and complete information about your formal education (schools and universities attended, dates of exams/final exams, degree conferral, etc.). Please do not leave gaps in your cv, even if, at times, you were not enrolled at a school or university or gainfully employed, i.e. if you were on an extended vacation or hiatus, as we are interested in the entire history of your intellectual and personal development. Feel free to use the template of the European Union or this template for your Curriculum Vitae.
Language proficiency: English level B2
Undergraduate degree: Geography, Environmental Sciences or similar
The study programme addresses students with a strong commitment to physical geography and environmental sciences. Bachelor degrees in the following study programs could provide for acceptance to the M.Sc. Program: Geography, Geoecology, Hydrology, Biology, Meteorology, Environmental Physics, Landscape Ecology, Environmental Informatics, Geomatics, Forestry, Agricultural Sciences or an equivalent degree. Also students with backgrounds in social sciences with interest and basic knowledge in physical geography may be accepted. However, students are selected via a standardized aptitude assessment procedure that meets the highest international criteria.
A bachelor's degree with an examination grade of “good” (2.5) or better in Geography, Geo-Ecology, Enviromnmntal Sciences or equivalent subjects. We expect basic knowledge on the Bachelor level in geomorphology, climatology, bio-geography and geographical information systems. You will have the opportunity to fill any gaps in one of these subjects during the first semester.
This programme applies directly to the university, with a VPD from uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Universität Bayreuth
Studierendenkanzlei
Universitätsstraße 30
95447 Bayreuth
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Estimated total (4 semesters)
735 EUR
Includes semester contributions and application fee. Does not include living expenses, insurance, or materials.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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