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About the programme
Kiel University (CAU) is a prestigious institution located in the city of Kiel, Germany. The university offers a Master of Science program in Environmental Management, which is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex environmental challenges. The program covers a wide range of topics, including environmental policy, sustainable development, and natural resource management. Students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning experiences and research projects, and to collaborate with faculty members who are experts in the field. Upon completion of the program, graduates are well-equipped to pursue careers in environmental consulting, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and more.
Fields of study
How to apply
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Environmental Management at Kiel University (CAU)
English language
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IELTS min 7
TOEFL iBT min 95
German language
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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To be eligible fo this study program you need a Bachelor’s degree (B. Sc.) with a grade of “good” (German grading of at least 2.5) or better in the fields of natural sciences, economics, agricultural sciences, forestry, geography, engineering with particular relevance to the environment, or an equivalent degree in a related degree programme.
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APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
Previous Degree
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in the fields of natural sciences, economics, agricultural sciences, forestry, geography, engineering with particular relevance to the environment, or a related degree program.
Work Experience
Relevant work experience is welcome but not required.
GPA (German System) 2.50
GPA Comment
A grade of “good” (German grading of at least 2.5) or better, or among the top 10% of the respective cohort.
In addition, we ask you to outline a science Project that addresses an EM-related topic
Additionally, to the academic and language requirements, you will be asked to submit some personal information and to deliver a motivation letter and a project outline.
Please note that this is a first project idea; during your studies you will be able to refine your project idea based on the subjects taught and the contacts established within the programme.
You should write a minimum of 3,000 and a maximum of 4,000 characters including spaces to describe your project.
The project outline should follow the structure below:
- Title of your project
- What is the aim of the project?
- Which methods do you want to apply?
- Which results do you expect from the project?
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Environmental Management
Programme-specific documents
Attachments you are going to be asked for are:
1. Scan of passport
2. Proof of English language proficiency (i.e. language certificate)
TOEFL® iBT (Internet-based test): overall score of 95
IELTS: overall score of 7.0
3. University degree certificate
4. Official Transcript of records listing all classes
5.CV (curriculum vitae) - max. 1 page!
6.Proof of special achievements mentioned in your letter of motivation (i.e. work experience, voluntary work, scholarships, etc.)
7. Letters of reference (not mandatory)
APS Certificate for applicants from China, Vietnam and India >>> Since APS certificates for Indian applicants are only slowly issued, applicants from India can hand in their applications without an APS-certificate; but the certificate has to be handed in as soon as possible, the latest before enrollment in autumn.
This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application procedure
uni assist
Selection process
Application quick facts
Apply via
Via uni-assist
uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.
Mode
online
APS
Required for Application
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Application fee
75 EUR
Address
Prof. Dr. Tobias W. Donath
Olshausenstrasse 75, Room 211
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
277 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,458 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
There are no tuition fees. This also applies to international students studying at Kiel University.
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
100%
2 accepted out of 2 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.07
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
1.95
Best admitted grade
German scale
Based on 2 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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