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Universität Osnabrück
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

Geography

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

On the Bachelor's degree course in Geography, students can concentrate entirely on the subject of geography. At the interface between the natural and social sciences, they are familiarized with all aspects of the society-environment debate and prepared individually and flexibly for both specialist Master's degree courses and career entry. In addition to subject-specific and methodological modules, the course also includes research-oriented projects. Graduates not only have a broad specialist knowledge of environmentally relevant interface topics, but are also able to place their specialist knowledge in a broader context and question it critically. The program features natural science and social science perspectives to deal with current and future challenges in the relationship between society and the environment, strong methodological orientation, and project and research orientation in the higher semesters.
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On the Bachelor's degree course in Geography, students can concentrate entirely on the subject of geography. At the interface between the natural and social sciences, they are familiarized with all aspects of the society-environment debate and prepared individually and flexibly for both specialist Master's degree courses and career entry. In addition to subject-specific and methodological modules, the course also includes research-oriented projects. Graduates not only have a broad specialist knowledge of environmentally relevant interface topics, but are also able to place their specialist knowledge in a broader context and question it critically. The program features natural science and social science perspectives to deal with current and future challenges in the relationship between society and the environment, strong methodological orientation, and project and research orientation in the higher semesters.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Geography at Universität Osnabrück

Is Geography at Universität Osnabrück taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Geography 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 Geography at Universität Osnabrück?

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 Geography?

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 Universität Osnabrück — 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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