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4 semesters
German
Free (343 EUR/sem)
Winter
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Specialization
The Master's program in Geosciences offers a unique interdisciplinary education in Germany, with the option of specializing in -geology, -soil science, and -mineralogy
Fields of study
How to apply
What you need to apply for Geosciences at University of Hamburg
Admission Requirements University degree •
A Bachelor's degree in the consecutive B.Sc. Geophysik/Ozeanographie of the Faculty for Mathematics, Informatics, and Natural Sciences of the University of Hamburg or •
a Bachelor's degree in an equivalent subject or •
a Bachelor's degree in a mathematical or physical programme where a minimum of 90 ECTS credit points coincides with the curriculum of the B.Sc. Geophysik/Ozeanographie of the Faculty for Mathematics, Informatics, and Natural Sciences of the University of Hamburg. Of the aforementioned 90 ECTS credit points, a minimum of 45 ECTS credit points must be acquired in mathematics and/or physics.
Furthermore, a minimum of 6 ECTS credit points in computer programming is required. Please elaborate on your programming skills in your CV and/or application letter.
Additional special admission requirements
Proficiency in English language is required and must be proved by any of the following certificates: a.) Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) B2 or b.) International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test with a minimum score of 5.5 or c.) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) internet-based test with a minimum score of 72 points or d.) Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) or e.) a minimum of seven years in English at a German high school or by equivalent certification, where the equivalency is determined by the admission board. In particular, mere completion of a B.Sc. degree taught in English does not fulfil the admission requirements.
What to prepare for your application to Geosciences
Final documents of your first degree:
bachelor's certificate (or comparable, e.g., the diploma), the examination certificate, a complete overview of grades (transcript of records) If you do not have a transcript of records in German or English, you must provide a certified translation.
If you do not yet have a degree certificate, submit a current transcript of records with your grade point average. (If you are enrolled in several degree programs or have completed external courses, also upload these here.)
If you completed your first degree at a university outside Germany, enclose an explanation of the local grading system (excerpts/copies from the Internet or other sources are acceptable). If available, also include the result of the preliminary review documentation by uni-assist.
GTEBS Test Score or TestAS results
Tabular CV in German or English
informal written confirmation of applicant’s English proficiency
German language certificate (if you do not yet have your test result, an informal written confirmation regarding your Germa language skills will suffice for the purpose of the online application. Please note that a German language certificate will however be reuired latest upon enrolment, find a list of accepted language certificates here.
Only for applicants with a first degree from a university outside Germany: explanation of the local grading system (extracts/copies from the Internet or other sources acceptable)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Mode
online
Application fee
Free
Estimated time
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Complexity
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Address
Universität Hamburg
Campus-Center
Zentrale Studienberatung und Psychologische Beratung
Alsterterrasse 1, 20354 Hamburg
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
343 EUR
per semester
Application fee
Free
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,590 – 12,590 EUR
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Additional fee information
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