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Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Master English

MSc Global Change GeographyMSc Global Change Geography – The Physical Geography of Human-Environment Systems

Application Requirements

Bachelor's degree (with at least 150/180 ECTS completed by the time of application) 30 ECTS in physical geography, 5 ECTS in statistics, 10 ECTS in geoinformation science, 25 ECTS in applied geoscience English B2 or equivalent (see language section) For details (especially regarding requirement # 2), please refer to: https://www.hu-berlin.de/de/studium/beratung/faecheruebergreifende-satzung-zur-regelung-von-zulassung-studium-und-pruefung-zsp-hu-lesefassung/view . An English translation can be found at: http://hu.berlin/mscgeo .

Language Requirements

English level B2 (European framework) or equivalent Ways to prove English language skills: International English Language Testing System (IELTS): 5 Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE): A-C Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Internet-based Test: 87 Paper-based Test: 560 UNIcert® II: 2.7 Test of English for International Communication TOEIC: 785 "DAAD-Sprachzeugnis": minimum C in all areas For more information (especially for German applicants), please refer to the "Fächerübergreifende Satzung zur Regelung von Zulassung, Studium und Prüfung der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (ZSP-HU)" and to http://hu.berlin/apply .

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about MSc Global Change Geography at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Is MSc Global Change Geography at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the MSc Global Change 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 MSc Global Change Geography at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 MSc Global Change Geography? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — 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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