Master's degree "Earth Sciences"

The Master's program “Earth Sciences and Global Change” is an interdisciplinary program that deals with the complex interactions between the Earth's geosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere as well as the global changes caused by natural processes and human activities.

At a time when climate change and the loss of environmental resources and biodiversity are among the most pressing challenges, this degree program offers you a well-founded scientific basis for understanding these problems, grasping opportunities and developing solutions.

In this research-oriented Master's degree program, you will acquire solid specialist knowledge and methodological skills in the field of geosciences. The aim is to deepen your understanding of physical, chemical and biological processes and their interactions in the Earth system. You will learn how geological processes (e.g. plate tectonics, erosion) shape the landscape, change aquatic systems and influence the climate. This knowledge is crucial for analysing the causes and effects of global changes on different spatial and temporal scales.