Global Change Ecology, M.Sc. 2936 en

Application deadline

15/06/2026

Duration

4 Semester

Study form

Full-time studies

Fees

111 € / Year

The Master’s degree “Master of Science in Global Change Ecology” is devoted to understanding and analyzing the most important and consequential environmental concern of the 21st century: Global change. The program combines the expertise of the Universities of Bayreuth, Augsburg, and Würzburg with that of Bavarian and international research institutions, as well as economic, administrative, and international organizations. The main purpose of this course is to provide training for qualified problem-solvers in science, environmental protection, as well as decision-makers in politics and economics. Thus, the program in Global Change Ecology relies not only on course modules, but also offers the opportunity to gain practical experience via internships. The internships can be carried out in four main areas including research, administration, economy and international organizations, by doing so the students can already start building up a scientific and professional network during their studies. The entry requirements include a university degree (or completed course of studies) in the Bachelor’s programmes Biology, Geography or Geo-Ecology & Environmental Studies, International Economics & Development, Philosophy & Economics, Physics, a degree for teaching at public schools (Bachelor, first state examinations, Magister) or a law degree (Bachelor, Diplom, first law examination) at the University of Bayreuth or an equal degree, as well as language Proficiency English: level B2; German: level A1.