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MSc
Master
Master of Earth Sciences - Georesources and the Environment
Winter: Jul 15, 2026Summer: Jan 15, 2027
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (135 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Master of Earth Sciences - Georesources and the Environment
The University of Greifswald, located in Germany, is one of the oldest universities in Europe, having been founded in 1456. It has a rich tradition of academic excellence and offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines. Among its esteemed programs is the Master of Earth Sciences, with a specialization in Georesources and the Environment. This program is designed for students who wish to delve deep into the study of natural resources, their management, and the environmental impacts of their extraction and use. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing graduates for careers in research, environmental consulting, resource management, and beyond.
Fields of study
Environmental Engineering(Engineering)
Geography & Geology(Earth & Environmental)
General Engineering(Engineering)
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What you need to apply for Master of Earth Sciences - Georesources and the Environment at University of Greifswald
English language
IELTS Overall
5/ 9.0
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6.5
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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Academic requirements
Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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Minimum ECTS credits
210
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MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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First professional university degree in a natural science degree course, which was completed with an overall mark of at least “good” (2.5) or average percentage rating of 75%, or a comparable mark
At least 20 % of the ECTS credit points from the first professional university degree should come from an area related to geology (not necessary for focus point “Quaternary Sciences”)
Tests and documents
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Letters of Recommendation
Required
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GRE
Not Required
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APS verification
APS certificate
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Prerequisites
- a first university degree qualifying for a profession in a natural science degree program,
- at least 90 credit points of the first professional qualification in the field of geosciences and
- Proven knowledge of English at level B2 of the "Common European Framework of Reference for Languages" (_equivalents:_ FCE, TOEFL (CBT) 227, TOEFL (IBT) 87, TOEFL (PBT) 567, TOEIC 785, IELTS 5) or alternatively proof of at least 7 years of ascending English lessons at a general education school (only for foreign students) (see [here](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/international/incoming/stud...) for further information on the language requirements)
In general:
- Interest in natural sciences,
- Interest in interdisciplinary training,
- Willingness to participate in field work (regionally and worldwide)
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Master of Earth Sciences - Georesources and the Environment
Programme-specific documents
Online application for the Uni-Assist applicant portal
Curriculum Vitae
a copy of your passport
Secondary school leaving certificate
Where appropriate Proof of studies (with overview of subjects and grades) and university degrees obtained (final diploma, with overview of subjects and grades)
Proof of German language skills (not required for English-only degree programmes)
Proof of English and/or other language skills (if required for the subject, see subject information in the applicant portal)
Certificate TestAS (only for medicine and dentistry, 1st semester)
Letter of motivation (only for M.Sc. Landscape Ecology and Nature Conservation)
Proof of the aptitude test (for art and music and church music)
Applicants from China, India, Vietnam: an APS certificate (confirmation of verification from the respective German embassy)
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Master of Earth Sciences - Georesources and the Environment at University of Greifswald
Application procedure
Uni assist Link : https://ww2.uni-assist.de/online/Frontend/Login/index
Postal address:
University of Greifswald
c / o UNI-ASSIST eV
11507 Berlin
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Application fee
75 EUR
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Domstraße 8
17489 Greifswald
Please send your application to this address*:
uni-assist e.V.
11507 Berlin
GERMANY
- You can also use this address for courier services or to send registered mail. If your mail carrier does not accept the address, please send your mail to uni-assist e.V., Geneststrasse 5, 10829 Berlin. This will not increase the transit time.
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
135 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,174 – 12,174 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
Additional fee information
no tuition fees, semester fee at enrollment currently 124 euros, subsequently currently 99 euros per semester
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