Overview

Key Features

Research in the Faculty focusses on sustainable use and protection of natural resources, the adaptation of ecosystems and human-environment systems to global change, sustainable development, and natural hazards and risks.

Currently, larger research groups work on questions related to the development of a bio-based economy, on the nutrition of ecosystems, the conservation of biodiversity, and on geohazards. Employing inter- and transdisciplinary approaches, the faculty contributes to the production of scientific knowledge that connects to civil society and politics.

The goals of the Environment, Society and Global Change program from University of Freiburg are to:

Provide support to GS-members on their Ph.D. journeys
Foster science communication
Increase the visibility of the Faculty's research
Enhance inter and transdisciplinary research and collaboration

Programme Structure

As part of the Graduate School, you will have access to:

A vibrant and supportive community of peers who will support you, celebrate your successes, and potentially collaborate with you.

Events and workshops designed to help you develop your research and transferable skills

Individualized and group academic coaching

Opportunities to present your research at our annual events (3MT and Night of Sciences).

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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72

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4

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Freiburg, Germany

Disciplines

Earth Sciences Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Sciences

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

72

OR

4

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

59

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

5.5

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep

Trusted by 7M+ Students

Start Studying Today

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3000 EUR / year

≈ 3000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Freiburg

Germany

790 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.