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M.Sc. Ecology and Environmental Change

Bielefeld University Bielefeld

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Jul
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About the programme

Bielefeld University is a renowned institution located in the city of Bielefeld, Germany. The university offers a wide range of courses, including the popular program in Ecology and Environmental Change. This course focuses on the study of ecosystems, biodiversity, and the impact of human activity on the environment. Students in this program have the opportunity to conduct fieldwork and research projects, gaining practical experience in environmental science. Bielefeld University's commitment to academic excellence and cutting-edge research makes it an ideal choice for students interested in pursuing a career in ecology and environmental conservation.

Fields of study

Environmental Engineering(Engineering)
Ecology & Climate(Earth & Environmental)
Biology(Natural Sciences)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Ecology and Environmental Change at Bielefeld University

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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B2

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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no

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
0
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yes

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Enrollment

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree acquired in Germany which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences or at least 60 credit points in biology, thereof 20 credit points in ecology

Further admission requirements are proof of a previous qualified degree (Section 49, Paragraph 6, Sentence 2 of the NRW Higher Education Act) in accordance with Paragraph 2 and knowledge of English at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages in

accordance with the guidelines of the University of Bielefeld. Knowledge of German is beneficial for the course of study; however, proof of this is not required for enrollment.

ÿ Quality of the university or the degree (accreditation)

c. (Provisional) final grade of the qualified degree of at least 2.5

University of Bielefeld can be uploaded and entered: In addition, information on the existence of the criteria under paragraph 2 and on language skills of must be provided in the application portal.

1. Already for the admission procedure: subject-specific study aptitude test.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Ecology and Environmental Change

Programme-specific documents

You will need to provide the following application documents:

A document detailing your qualifications, goals and motivation for the Master’s programme. Please answer the following questions in full sentences in English (no bullet points, please).

How do your past studies qualify you for the Master’s programme Ecology and Environmental Change? Briefly state the most relevant theoretical and practical skills you gained. There is no need to go into details of courses taken, especially not for courses offered at Bielefeld University. Please mention also any relevant work, internship or volunteering experiences.

(max. 400 words)

What are your main learning goals for the Master’s programme? What research fields are of particular interest to you and what skills would you like to develop over the course of the Master’s programme?

(max. 400 words)

What career goals could you imagine pursuing after completing the Master’s programme and how might the programme help you to achieve these goals?

(max. 400 words)

Your Bachelor’s certificate (or the certificate of your prior studies qualifying you for the Master’s programme) and transcript of records. If the final certificate is not available, a current transcript of records is sufficient at the time of the application.

Proof of English language skills (at least level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). If you have a high-school or university diploma from an English-speaking institution, this is automatically fulfilled (please provide certificate). Otherwise please provide an English language certificate recognised by German universities (TOEFL, telc, IELTS, Unicert, or Cambridge Certificate).

You are able to apply online at Bielefeld University within the application deadlines for international applicants. Kindly upload the following documents on our Application Portal:

School leaving certificate and possibly university entrance exam

Certificates of study courses: diploma and transcript of records (Kindly note: If your Original documents are not written in German or English language, kindly remember to upload a translation as well)

Evidence of language knowledge

Additional documents (e.g. CV; summary of your thesis, letter of motivation)

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Ecology and Environmental Change at Bielefeld University

Selection process

You will receive a separate approval or rejection for each application. If you are admitted, you can enroll or re-enroll . If succession procedures take place, you will automatically take part in them. If you are rejected, you can still apply for the lottery .

Application quick facts

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Direct to university

Mode

online

APS

Required for Enrollment

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Address

University of Bielefeld

Registrar's Office

Universitätsstr. 25

33615 Bielefeld

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

300 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,504 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

20%

1 accepted out of 5 total applications

Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

1.34

Avg. accepted grade

German scale

1.34

Best admitted grade

German scale

1.76

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

Based on 5 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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