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M.Sc. Landscape Ecology (LandEcol)

University of Hohenheim Stuttgart

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Mar
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About the programme

The University of Hohenheim is a renowned institution located in Stuttgart, Germany, known for its strong focus on agricultural and natural sciences. One of the courses offered at the university is Landscape Ecology (LandEcol), which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between ecological processes and landscapes. The course covers topics such as biodiversity conservation, ecosystem management, and sustainable land use, preparing students for careers in environmental research, conservation, and planning. With its interdisciplinary approach and state-of-the-art facilities, the University of Hohenheim provides an excellent learning environment for students interested in the field of landscape ecology.

Fields of study

Ecology & Climate(Earth & Environmental)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Landscape Ecology (LandEcol) at University of Hohenheim

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Proof of required English language proficiency:

TOEFL with at least 90 points on the internet-based test.

IELTS (academic exam) with an overall band score of at least 6.5.

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
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Minimum ECTS credits
180

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

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Above-average Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Landscape Planning, or a related program at a university in Germany or abroad or at a university of applied sciences with a standard period of study of at least 3 years or an equivalent degree.

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 in Agricultural, Natural, or Environmental Sciences, Landscape Planning, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline with “above average” grades
  • Proof of English proficiency, most commonly by an IELTS academic test (overall band 6.5) or TOEFL ibt (90 points)

Please note, that a language proficiency certificate from your university is not sufficient! Even if you have studied in English during your entire university career (e.g. in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, India, …) we need the result of an official English test.

Apart from grades and educational achievements, language proficiency, professional experience, motivation, and other relevant activities will be considered.

Students are expected to have a basic understanding of ecology, a solid background in statistics, and should be computer-literate.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Landscape Ecology (LandEcol)

Programme-specific documents

Bachelor's Degree Certificate & Transcript of Records in original form, with certified translations into English or German (if issued in another language)

In addition to credits and grades earned per course, transcripts must include a grading scale, otherwise a supplement is to be included.

If you have not graduated yet at the time of applying, you can just upload your current grade list.

In case you have studied on Master’s level already you can also include the respective documents here. They cannot replace the Bachelor’s documents, they can only be considered additionally to your Bachelor’s degree.

Result of the AgEcon pre-test https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/bewerbung-agecon-pre-test (opens in a new tab)

Proof of English proficiency, as described above. (Please note: language proficiency letters from universities are not accepted!)

University Entrance Qualification (i.e. your secondary school leaving certificate, high-school diploma, A-level certificate, etc.) in original form, with certified translations into English or German (if issued in another language). This is needed for statistical purposes only and does not influence your admission for the program.

Motivation letter written in English, using this form (PDF). Please note: Other formats will not be considered.

https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/fileadmin/uni_hohenheim/Stud... (opens in a new tab)

Ranking or recommendation letter, if additional proof is needed to show that the final grade of your previous degree was actually above average. If your GPA is numerically below average (2.5 on the German scale), then you will need to acquire a ranking document from your university proving that you were in the top half of your class.

Proof of professional/practical experience in relevant areas, and/or of stays abroad of at least 3 months (optional)

APS Certificate (Akademische Prüfstelle), only for applicants from India, China and Vietnam.

A few documents can be handed in by email after the official application deadlines.

Proof of English proficiency and ranking:

Non-EU applicants: until 15 July

EU applicants: until 15 September

APS certificate (applicants from India, China and Vietnam):

Until 15 July

However, a proof of registration for the APS certificate has to be uploaded with the application before the deadline (15 March)

Final Bachelor’s degree certificate or proof of completion of studies:

All applicants: until 15 December, after the lectures of the winter semester have started already

https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/fileadmin/uni_hohenheim/Stud... (opens in a new tab)

https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/fileadmin/uni_hohenheim/Stud... (opens in a new tab)

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 Landscape Ecology (LandEcol) at University of Hohenheim

Application procedure

1st subject-related semester:

Fill the online application and upload documents

Apply online and upload your documents to the online application portal.

https://hohcampus.verw.uni-hohenheim.de/qisserver/pages/c... (opens in a new tab)

Important: For applications for the 1st subject-related semester, no paper documents have been sent by mail to the University of Hohenheim!

Selection process

Approximately 4 weeks after the application deadline the applicant wants to be informed of the admission committee's decision. The official admission or rejection letters will be available for downloading from the application platform. A paper version of the letter of admission therefore wants to be sent out by postal mail. Applies to the postal system of the respective countries.

Selection criteria:

Grades and ranking in previous studies

Letter of recommendation from professors

Stay abroad lasting 3 months or longer

Letter of motivation

Additional points are given for vocational training, an intern examination, or proven two years of professional experience related to the degree program.

Application quick facts

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Mode

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APS

Required for Application

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

Application fee

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Address

Katrin Winkler, Fruwirthstraße 14-16, 70599 Stuttgart

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

200 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

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Estimated year-1 total cost

12,304 – 15,302 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

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

Additional fee information

Tuition fees are 1.500 EUR per semester for international students

from non-EU/EEA states.

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