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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Master German Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Physical Geography MasterPhysical Geography

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

In the Physical Geography master's program, you will acquire in-depth knowledge in the subject of geography that will qualify you for professional work in the interdisciplinary sciences. You will acquire scientific and methodological skills and knowledge to describe, analyze, explain, evaluate and forecast structures and functions of landscapes, ecosystemic interactions and material flows in ecosystems of varying dimension with respect to their development, their structure and their dynamics in space. An individual major topic can be chosen from the fields of Climate Impact Research, Environmental Information Systems, Environmental Hydrology, Applied Soil Science or Biodiversity Research. The skills and knowledge acquired can be used particularly in professional fields such as Environmental management and resource planning, Development cooperation, Geomanagement, Cartographical information systems, Geographic computer science, and Geographic remote sensing.
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In the Physical Geography master's program, you will acquire in-depth knowledge in the subject of geography that will qualify you for professional work in the interdisciplinary sciences. You will acquire scientific and methodological skills and knowledge to describe, analyze, explain, evaluate and forecast structures and functions of landscapes, ecosystemic interactions and material flows in ecosystems of varying dimension with respect to their development, their structure and their dynamics in space. An individual major topic can be chosen from the fields of Climate Impact Research, Environmental Information Systems, Environmental Hydrology, Applied Soil Science or Biodiversity Research. The skills and knowledge acquired can be used particularly in professional fields such as Environmental management and resource planning, Development cooperation, Geomanagement, Cartographical information systems, Geographic computer science, and Geographic remote sensing.

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

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

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 Physical Geography Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Physical Geography Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Physical Geography Master 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 Physical Geography Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), 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 Physical Geography Master?

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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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