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M.Sc. Environmental Management

Kiel University (CAU) Kiel

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 Mar
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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

Environmental Engineering(Engineering)
Business & Management(Business & Economics)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Environmental Management at Kiel University (CAU)

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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IELTS min 7

TOEFL iBT min 95

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
180

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 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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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Environmental Management at Kiel University (CAU)

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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Admission outcomes

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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