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M.Sc. Applied Geosciences: Sustainable Energy, Resources & Storage (ERS)

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) Karlsruhe

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  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is a distinguished research university located in Karlsruhe, Germany, renowned for its contributions to science, engineering, and technology. Within its broad spectrum of research areas, KIT places a significant emphasis on Sustainable Energy-Resources-Storage (ERS), aiming to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. The ERS focus area at KIT is dedicated to developing innovative solutions for the efficient use, storage, and transformation of energy, thereby contributing to a sustainable and environmentally friendly energy supply. Researchers at KIT are involved in cutting-edge projects that range from advancing battery technologies and renewable energy systems to exploring sustainable mobility solutions. Through its interdisciplinary approach, KIT's work in the ERS domain is paving the way for a future where energy is produced and consumed sustainably, ensuring a cleaner and more resilient environment.

Fields of study

Energy Engineering(Engineering)
Geography & Geology(Earth & Environmental)
Chemistry(Natural Sciences)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Applied Geosciences: Sustainable Energy, Resources & Storage (ERS) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
Reading
5.5
Writing
5.5
Listening
5.5
Speaking
5.5
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Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) with at least 90 points in the internet-based test or

IELTS with an overall score of at least 6.5 and no Section under 5.5 or

University of Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or

University of Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

UNIcert at least level II.

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German language

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Not needed

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Not required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Not required
Letters of Recommendation
Optional
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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not required

not required

Optional

Not required

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

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

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in the Applied Geosciences course or a course with essentially the same content at a university, technical college or professional academy or dual university or at a foreign university.

Standard minimum period of study: 3 years.

Required ECTS credits: 180.

Necessary imparted minimum knowledge and minimum performance in the following areas:

Geosciences: Achievements worth at least 60 credit points.

Chemistry: Achievements worth at least 10 credit points.

Mathematics or physics: achievements totaling at least 15 ECTS.

At least another 20 credit points from other mathematical, natural science or geoscientific subjects.

Language requirements: -

  • Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) with at least 90 points in the internet-based test or
  • IELTS with an overall score of at least 6.5 and no Section under 5.5

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Applied Geosciences: Sustainable Energy, Resources & Storage (ERS)

Programme-specific documents

'- Application form (Print-out Online-Application)

  • University graduation certificate + official translation (In case not completed enclose certificate of enrollment)
  • Transcript of Records/Diploma Supplement + official translation (Including information about content and amount of the courses, e.g. credits or hours per week)
  • Proof of language skills
  • Curriculum Vitae

If available:

  • Statement of your final grade
  • Further information about grading system with highest and passing grade
  • References

Further documents

(if available)

  • Certificates of further academic and professional achievements (e.g. professional

training, awards, publications, research and development activities or scholarships)

  • Please enclose a written statement in case of former participation in the application

process

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

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Applied Geosciences: Sustainable Energy, Resources & Storage (ERS) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

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Application fee

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Complexity

Low

Address

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Institute of Applied Geosciences

Adenauerring 20b, 50.40

76131 Karlsruhe

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

170 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,244 – 15,242 EUR

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Additional fee information

1500 euros Per semester

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