What is Forstwirt/Forstwirtin?
Programs that lead to this profession
Agriculture, Forestry & Nutrition field →The profession Forstwirt/Forstwirtin in Germany is generally reached through programs in the Agriculture, Forestry & Nutrition field:
- Nutzpflanzenwissenschaften
Master · Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
Agrarwirtschaft
Bachelor · Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen
Agrarwissenschaften
Bachelor · Universität Rostock
Agrarwissenschaften
Master · Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences - Bachelor of Science - Monobachelor
Bachelor · Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Agricultural Economics
Master · Universität Rostock
Source: BERUFENET · Bundesagentur für Arbeit
Frequently Asked Questions about Forstwirt/Forstwirtin
Education path, salary, recognition, and entry routes for foreigners
What does a Forstwirt/Forstwirtin do in Germany? ▼
In Germany, a Forstwirt (Forest Technician), to ensure the sustainability of forest ecosystems, carries out afforestation, maintenance, protection, harvesting, and infrastructure work, with nature
Is Forstwirt/Forstwirtin an Ausbildung or a degree path? ▼
In Germany, "Forstwirt/Forstwirtin" follows a 3-year dual Ausbildung — combining a vocational school (Berufsschule) with paid on-the-job training at a company. No university degree required.
How can I qualify as Forstwirt/Forstwirtin in Germany? ▼
In Germany, "Forstwirt/Forstwirtin" follows a 3-year dual Ausbildung — combining a vocational school (Berufsschule) with paid on-the-job training at a company. No university degree required. Foreign applicants should additionally verify diploma recognition via anabin.kmk.org before applying.
Where do Forstwirt/Forstwirtin typically work in Germany? ▼
Workplace varies by employer. Check the official BERUFENET listing for the current breakdown of typical work environments for Forstwirt/Forstwirtin.
What is the typical salary for Forstwirt/Forstwirtin in Germany? ▼
Salaries vary by region, employer size, and experience. Consult BERUFENET for current figures, or salary aggregators like gehalt.de and stepstone.de Gehaltsreport.