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University of Cologne

Cologne

Physics of the Earth & Atmosphere

Subjects: Physics;Physics of the Earth;Physics of the Atmosphere

M.Sc. | Master of Science

⏳  Duration
4 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester ? Separate from the tuition fees, the cost per semester refers to another fee students pay each semester, covering registration fees, administrative costs, and often a public transport ticket.
305 EUR

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
No Tuition Fee
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
31.03.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
30.09.

Course description

The M.Sc. program "Physics of the Earth and Atmosphere" is conducted in English and welcomes both German and international students. This program offers advanced courses tailored to your chosen field, whether it's geophysics or meteorology. You'll gain the expertise and deep understanding needed for a career as a geophysicist or meteorologist. Throughout the program, you'll engage with cutting-edge topics in geophysics and meteorology. You'll also develop the ability to think and work independently and rigorously in scientific contexts. The M.Sc. curriculum builds on the foundational knowledge from a B.Sc. in geophysics or meteorology. If you have a related B.Sc. degree, you are also encouraged to apply, provided you meet the admission criteria. This program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for your future career, ensuring you are well-prepared to excel in your chosen field.

Program Information

Study Location Cologne
Start Semester Summer, Winter
Study Form Full-time
Study Type Postgraduate
Teaching Language English
Dual No
Remote No
Application Fee non-EU No information
Study Length 4 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester No Tuition Fee
Cost per Semester 305 EUR
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
31.03.
⏱️ Application Start Winter
01.05.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
30.09.

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Language Requirements

CEFR No information
IELTS 6.5
Cambridge (CAE) No information
TOEFL IBT 80

English language skills (TOFEL IbT 80, IELTS 6.5)

Qualification Requirements

It is an access requirement for the master's programme, including for applications for admission to a higher semester, to possess a previous professionally qualifying degree [berufsqualifizierender Abschluss] in a bachelor's programme with a duration of at least six semesters in which at least 180 credit points were acquired, or to have successfully completed a relevant and equivalent course of study

Document Requirements

School leaving certificate/proof of having passed a university entrance exam Degree certificate (if already available), if not, please upload a preliminary degree overview Overview of subjects and grades (transcript of records) University grading system an officially certified translation if the original documents were not issued in German or English Language Applicants from China, India and Vietnam are required to also submit a current APS certificate.Officially certified translations of educational certificates (if these are not available in German or English) Preliminary examination documentation (VPD) from uni-assist (You can find more information about applying for the VPD on the International Office website .) Additionally, please submit the following documents: Motivation letter CV

Application Process

Acceptance Interview No
Acceptance local admission restrictions Not restricted
Application directly at the University,
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