Overview

The complex nature of ecosystems is a main challenge for researchers worldwide. This complexity promotes thinking in broad contexts, research networks and interdisciplinary subject areas.

The programme of Ecosystem Sciences from University of Göttingen is taught completely in English, and we aim to have a very international group of highly motivated and qualified students, including students from Germany, other European countries and abroad. You will have the opportunity to study subjects that cross traditional disciplines (from molecules to landscape-level and laboratory methods). Learning generally starts from understanding the basis of complex biological and ecological processes. Later on, you will learn about different advanced scientific methods for analyzing complex ecosystems. At the end of the studies, you will be able to design and carry out your own research projects.

Professional opportunities

The knowledge of ecosystem scientists is in demand within the area of nature conservation, with consultancy and planning offices (e.g. GIS- and IT-services), at universities, in research institutes and public environmental offices as well as in international organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Forest botany and tree physiology

Biochemistry
Ecological genetics
Chemistry /Physics
Data analysis and statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

81

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PTE Academic

59

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Göttingen, Germany

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 6 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

81

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PTE Academic

59

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Other requirements

General requirements

University Entrance Qualification
English Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Winter Semester Fee: €436.36

Living costs

Göttingen

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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