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M.Sc. Geography of Environmental Transformation

University of Bayreuth Bayreuth

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

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Fields of study

Environmental Engineering(Engineering)
Geography & Geology(Earth & Environmental)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Geography of Environmental Transformation at University of Bayreuth

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

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.

MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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yes

not mandatory

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Optional
GRE
Not required
GMAT
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The motivation letter (max. 2 pages) explaining specific talents and interests that make you particularly well-suited for the M.Sc. programme

Your curriculum vitae CV (in table form, 1 page, including a recent photo)

We require a current curriculum vitae without chronological gaps up to the time of your application at UBT. The cv must contain accurate and complete information about your formal education (schools and universities attended, dates of exams/final exams, degree conferral, etc.). Please do not leave gaps in your cv, even if, at times, you were not enrolled at a school or university or gainfully employed, i.e. if you were on an extended vacation or hiatus, as we are interested in the entire history of your intellectual and personal development. Feel free to use the template of the European Union or this template for your Curriculum Vitae.

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

Language proficiency: English level B2

  • UNIcert II: Pass or better
  • Cambridge Proficiency: Pass or better
  • Cambridge Advanced: Grade C (180-192) or better
  • Cambridge First:Grade B or better
  • IELTS: Band 6.5
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 60
  • TOEFL iBT previous scoring system: 80
  • TOEFL iBT new scoring system (from 21.01.2026): 4.0
  • TOEFL ITP: 543
  • German Abitur certificate if it expressly states the language level you have achieved, and this level is based on a KMK directive.

Undergraduate degree: Geography, Environmental Sciences or similar

The study programme addresses students with a strong commitment to physical geography and environmental sciences. Bachelor degrees in the following study programs could provide for acceptance to the M.Sc. Program: Geography, Geoecology, Hydrology, Biology, Meteorology, Environmental Physics, Landscape Ecology, Environmental Informatics, Geomatics, Forestry, Agricultural Sciences or an equivalent degree. Also students with backgrounds in social sciences with interest and basic knowledge in physical geography may be accepted. However, students are selected via a standardized aptitude assessment procedure that meets the highest international criteria.

A bachelor's degree with an examination grade of “good” (2.5) or better in Geography, Geo-Ecology, Enviromnmntal Sciences or equivalent subjects. We expect basic knowledge on the Bachelor level in geomorphology, climatology, bio-geography and geographical information systems. You will have the opportunity to fill any gaps in one of these subjects during the first semester.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Geography of Environmental Transformation

Programme-specific documents

Attachments:

The motivation letter (max. 2 pages) explaining specific talents and interests that make you particularly well-suited for the M.Sc. programme

A copy of your B.Sc. certificate including a confirmation with individual grades for the coursework and examinations completed during the applicant's studies

180 ECTS in total

An examination grade of 2.5 or better on the German grading scale

substantial modules in Physical Geography and methods

[If the bachelor's certificate is not yet available, confirmation containing the individual grades for all examinations and courses up to the registration deadline must be submitted, showing that you have completed at least 135 ECTS. The B.Sc. certificate has to be submitted until the end of the 1st semester at the latest]

If applicable, affirmative action application

If available, evidence of special qualifications (stipends, prices, internships, etc.) or interdisciplinary study skills

Evidence of a basic command of German (for non-native speakers documented by a German language certificate equivalent to the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages has to be submitted until the end of the 2nd semester at latest)

Evidence of a strong command of English (documented either by a highschool degree, a B.Sc., or a thesis completed in English, or an English language certificate equivalent to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Your curriculum vitae CV (in table form, 1 page, including a recent photo)

II. Subject-specific coursework and examinations (up to 4 points) from the bachelor's programme in Physical Geography or an equivalent programme (e.g. Geo-Ecology, Landscape Ecology) with curricular analysis being based on competencies rather than schematic comparison of the modules.

Vorprüfungsdokumentation (VPD) uni-assist for an application for the Universität Bayreuth

Request your VPD via the uni-assist web portal as early as possible. At the latest 6-8 weeks before the respective application deadline of your degree programme.

Enter your 7-digit uni-assist applicant number in the text field when applying in CAMPUSonline.This provides confirmation that you have requested a VPD. Upload your VPD in online application via CAMPUSonline. Please note the application deadline of your degree programme!

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APS-Certificate

This programme applies directly to the university, with a VPD from uni-assist. 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 Geography of Environmental Transformation at University of Bayreuth

Application quick facts

Apply via

uni-assist VPD, then direct

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

Postal Address

Universität Bayreuth

Studierendenkanzlei

Universitätsstraße 30

95447 Bayreuth

Germany

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

165 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,234 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

none except semester fees

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