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Postgraduate Programme in Environmental Physics – Atmosphere, Ocean, Ice, Land, Climate – PEP

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About the Program

The focus of the Environmental Physics programme at the University of Bremen lies on earth system sciences. Students learn to understand the complex relationships between atmosphere, hydrosphere (ocean), cryosphere (ice region), solid earth (land) and climate. Special emphasis is placed on gaining experience in the application of experimental methods relevant for environmental physics at an advanced level, numerical data analysis using supercomputers and data interpretation via sophisticated models. Two of the leading research institutes in the field of environmental research in Germany – the Institute of Environmental Physics (IUP) of the University of Bremen and the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research in Bremerhaven (AWI) – are jointly undertaking the further development, organisation and teaching of the study programme. The Master's programme provides the physical, mathematical and chemical principles that are used in current research undertaken by the participating research institutes. Students gain the skills and problem-solving capabilities for subsequent use in experimental design and project development of relevance for a subsequent career in research or in the industry.
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The focus of the Environmental Physics programme at the University of Bremen lies on earth system sciences. Students learn to understand the complex relationships between atmosphere, hydrosphere (ocean), cryosphere (ice region), solid earth (land) and climate. Special emphasis is placed on gaining experience in the application of experimental methods relevant for environmental physics at an advanced level, numerical data analysis using supercomputers and data interpretation via sophisticated models. Two of the leading research institutes in the field of environmental research in Germany – the Institute of Environmental Physics (IUP) of the University of Bremen and the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research in Bremerhaven (AWI) – are jointly undertaking the further development, organisation and teaching of the study programme. The Master's programme provides the physical, mathematical and chemical principles that are used in current research undertaken by the participating research institutes. Students gain the skills and problem-solving capabilities for subsequent use in experimental design and project development of relevance for a subsequent career in research or in the industry.

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Quick answers about Postgraduate Programme in Environmental Physics – Atmosphere, Ocean, Ice, Land, Climate – PEP at Universität Bremen

Is Postgraduate Programme in Environmental Physics – Atmosphere, Ocean, Ice, Land, Climate – PEP at Universität Bremen 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 Postgraduate Programme in Environmental Physics – Atmosphere, Ocean, Ice, Land, Climate – PEP 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 Postgraduate Programme in Environmental Physics – Atmosphere, Ocean, Ice, Land, Climate – PEP at Universität Bremen?

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 Postgraduate Programme in Environmental Physics – Atmosphere, Ocean, Ice, Land, Climate – PEP?

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 Bremen — 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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