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M.Sc. Environmental Sciences

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  • Winter and summer
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  • English
    Language
  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

Environmental Sciences is an English-taught M.Sc. at Trier University over 4 semesters with 120 credits, and you can start in the winter or summer semester. You specialise in one of these areas: Environmental Monitoring and Pollution Assessment; Environmental Remote Sensing and Modelling, with a track in either environmental remote sensing or environmental meteorology; or Environmental Conservation and Restoration Management. Admission needs a suitable Bachelor's degree with a minimum grade, and the subject's examination board decides whether your degree qualifies. A stay abroad is not required but is recommended, and the university supports study and internship stays abroad through exchange programmes. It suits graduates who want to specialise in monitoring, modelling or protecting the environment.

Fields of study

Environmental Engineering(Engineering)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Environmental Sciences at University of Trier

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Applicants must prove their English language proficiency level C1, based on the Common European Framework through one of the following tests. The test must have been taken within the last three years:

TOEFL (Code 9208): at least 215 points (computer based) or 550 points (paper based) or 80 points (internet based)

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

IELTS (at least 6.0 points)

UNIcert III

Equivalent to one of the tests is proof of:

Native speaker coming from Great Britain, North-Ireland, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Malta

Two years of full time study in an English taught program, in an English speaking country like Great Britain, North-Ireland, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Malta, and undertaken within the past two years

At least 5 school years of English in secondary education and at least 5 points in English at "Abitur" level (only Germany and Luxembourg)

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
3

Academic requirements

MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted
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have to be at least equivalent to a 3-year (6 semester) Bachelor's Degree of a German University, in order to qualify as the Master Entrance Qualification.

120

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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Yes -Normal 2 page (motivation letter)

explaining your past achievements, why you chose the Environmental Sciences programme at Trier University and how you would fit into our program.

yes

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

For the Master’s Programme, a Degree (BSc or equivalent) in environmental sciences or similar is required, with a minimum of a 3.0 on the German grading scale. A self-assessment can be done to see if you fulfil the requirements: Self-Assessment (opens in a new tab)

Information on the application process, documents and requirements, can be found here (opens in a new tab).

Additional Documents for Application: CV and personal statement (motivation letter) explaining your past achievements, why you chose the Environmental Sciences programme at Trier University and how you would fit into our program.

  • TOEFL (Code 9208): at least 215 points (computer based) or 550 points (paper based) or 80 points (internet based) Institutional Test report (not the Test Taker Score Report)
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
  • IELTS / IELTS Academic Online (at least 6.5 points)
  • UNIcert III (common certificate at European Universities)

4 among these -Remote Sensing, Meteorology, Soil Science ,Vegetation, Ecology ,Chemistry, Geology, Statistics

Additional Documents for Application: CV and personal statement (motivation letter) explaining your past achievements, why you chose the Environmental Sciences programme at Trier University and how you would fit into our program.

TOEFL test: - 215 (computer based) - 550 (paper based) - 80 (internet based) Apply in PORTA Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) I

Ielts 6

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Environmental Sciences

Programme-specific documents

1. Request for Enrolment (once you have completed your online registration in PORTA, you will be able to print out a PDF document which is called “Request for Enrolment”)

2. Officially certified copies (with translations in German or English) of:

your University Entrance Qualification (certificate of qualification for enrolling at an university) including subject and grade overview

previously obtained degrees (master's, bachelor's, etc.) and the related Transcript(s) of Records

3. Proof of English language skills

4. Copy of your Identity Card or Passport (uncertified)

5. Proof of payment for the processing fee of 50 Euros

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 Environmental Sciences at University of Trier

Application procedure

lease apply directly to Trier University. Our application process is available online using the Porta icon on our homepage.

Note: An application at „Arbeits- und Servicestelle für ausländische Studienbewerbung“ (uni-assist e.V.). is neither necessary nor helpful for your application to Trier University.

1. Register and apply online (please ensure you are aware of the dates and deadlines)

2. A check-list detailing which documents need to be sent to the University is provided in the application portal (Porta)

3. Send the required documents to:

Universität Trier

Studierendensekretariat

54286 Trier

Germany

Important Notes:

All documents must be received by the deadline in order for your application to be considered complete and to be assessed.

A street address is not required when mailing documents as the postal code is sufficient.

Selection process

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Application quick facts

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Direct to university

APS

Required for Application

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

Application fee

70 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Universität Trier

Studierendensekretariat

54286 Trier

Germany

2019

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

70 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

€650 per semester

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

25%

1 accepted out of 4 total applications

Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 4 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 4 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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