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Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg
Master German + English Social Sciences

Environmental Psychology/Human-Technology Interaction

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

This research-oriented Master's programme equips students to address evolving societal transformation challenges related to climate change mitigation and digitalisation through psychologically grounded expertise. It provides students with specialised knowledge, skills, and methodologies to enable them to critically evaluate scientific findings and make responsible decisions in interdisciplinary contexts. The programme's foundation lies in a comprehensive, application-oriented methodological training spanning research methods and evaluation research, diagnostics, as well as environmental and transformation research. Thematic emphasis is placed on environmental psychology, which examines the interplay between humans and their environment, pro-environmental behaviours, and insights from research on public acceptance of climate policies and participatory processes. Additionally, students have the opportunity to engage deeply with specialised topics in human-technology interaction (digitalisation, human factors). Through interdisciplinary seminars, students can develop competencies in cross-disciplinary collaboration on transformation-related issues. The programme's profile is unique in Germany.
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This research-oriented Master's programme equips students to address evolving societal transformation challenges related to climate change mitigation and digitalisation through psychologically grounded expertise. It provides students with specialised knowledge, skills, and methodologies to enable them to critically evaluate scientific findings and make responsible decisions in interdisciplinary contexts. The programme's foundation lies in a comprehensive, application-oriented methodological training spanning research methods and evaluation research, diagnostics, as well as environmental and transformation research. Thematic emphasis is placed on environmental psychology, which examines the interplay between humans and their environment, pro-environmental behaviours, and insights from research on public acceptance of climate policies and participatory processes. Additionally, students have the opportunity to engage deeply with specialised topics in human-technology interaction (digitalisation, human factors). Through interdisciplinary seminars, students can develop competencies in cross-disciplinary collaboration on transformation-related issues. The programme's profile is unique in Germany.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Environmental Psychology/Human-Technology Interaction at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg

Is Environmental Psychology/Human-Technology Interaction at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Environmental Psychology/Human-Technology Interaction programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Environmental Psychology/Human-Technology Interaction at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Environmental Psychology/Human-Technology Interaction?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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