Overview

The Global Food Systems course at Justus Liebig University Giessen combines natural, social and economic sciences at the interface of nutrition, agriculture, the environment and international development cooperation.

In the first semesters, you acquire fundamental knowledge in biology, chemistry, environmental and agricultural systems, as well as human nutrition in ecological and social contexts. Building on this foundation, you explore sustainable production systems, global food security, animal husbandry and food economics.

Career Options

Graduates of the B.Sc. Environmental Sciences have a solid background in natural sciences with a focus on quantitative analysis and environmental modelling. Their knowledge of ecology, biology, soil science, environmental chemistry and climate sciences qualifies them for positions in

the agricultural and food industry,

sustainability and quality management,

project and consulting, as well as in international organizations,

NGOs,

and development policy contexts.

The programme’s practical and analytical orientation enables direct entry into science-related professional fields or provides an excellent basis for further Master’s studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include;

Biology

Mathematics and Statistics

Language Acquisition

Ecology and Biodiversity

Agriculture and Environment

Policy and Food Systems

Land Use Systems

Climate Science

Food Production: Animals

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gießen, Germany

Disciplines

Food Science

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

From Germany: Allgemeine Hochschulreife (= Abitur or similar qualifications), Fachhochschulreife, Meisterprüfung, Hochschulzugangsberechtigung für beruflich Qualifizierte. Further Information

From outside of Germany: You can find out whether your university entrance qualification from your home country entitles you to enrol directly in a degree programme in Germany on the Information System for Foreign Applicants (anabin).

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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

No study fees are charged for this study programme. However, students have to pay a semester contribution of approx. 420 EUR.

Living costs

Gießen

Germany

630 - 1000 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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