Forest and Ecosystem Sciences (FES)

In the MSc programme Forest and Ecosystem Sciences (FES), students specialise in a field of their choice. Students can choose from one of the following three specialisation fields (study tracks): Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling (EAM) Ecosystem Sciences (ES) Tropical and International Forestry (TIF) The specialisations convey scientific content and methods as well as professional skills for subsequent professional activity. These skills comprise competences in problem solving, capacity for teamwork, project management know-how and interdisciplinary thinking and working. The programme offers a research-based education in the field of forest and ecosystem sciences. It is for students interested in pursuing an international career in forestry, nature conservation, ecosystem research or with a development organisation. Along with the formal coursework, students gain intercultural work and life experience by interacting with international colleagues and professors. Experience has shown that personal and professional contact established during this MSc programme is an excellent way to expand the student's professional network. The MSc course is a two-year programme with a modular structure. Students will complete a total of 120 credits. Of these credits, 90 credits will be earned by taking courses and 30 credits will be earned with the completion of the Master’s thesis. Students can choose from the following three study tracks: Ecosystem Analysis and Modelling (EAM), Ecosystem Sciences (ES) or Tropical and International Forestry (TIF). For more details on the modular structure of the single study tracks, please visit https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/616875.html. The Faculty of Forest Sciences and Forest Ecology offers a modern working environment. Apart from many well-equipped laboratories and great variety of research facilities (climate chamber, gene and molecular biological equipment, greenhouse, etc.), the faculty holds the largest library of forestry literature in Germany. During the programme, students will experience a variety of new and traditional teaching methods. The faculty runs some blended learning projects and is developing e-learning modules constantly. In addition to "traditional" lectures in an auditorium, students are often taught in smaller groups outside during excursions and practical courses. Some modules are designed as seminars in which students are required to give a presentation on a specific topic; the presentation and topic will be discussed among the group. PDF Download

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To be considered for admission, the following requirements must be fulfilled: a professional degree (BSc or equivalent) in forestry or a related field (e.g. forestry or environmental sciences, resource or ecosystem management, life sciences or applied computer sciences) with very good to good results conferred by an institute of higher education or a similar qualification proficiency in English (TOEFL or IELTS or equivalent) We welcome applicants with relevant professional experience. Please check our application platform.

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