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HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen
Master German Agriculture, Forestry & Nutrition

Urban Tree and Forest Management

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen Hildesheim · Lower Saxony Location: Göttingen

About the Program

This Master's programme focuses on urban forestry and urban tree management. In forests close to cities, income from forestry plays a subordinate role. Instead, the forest's recreational and protective functions as well as its positive effects on the health of the population characterize forest management. The programme teaches students to recognize different interests in urban forests and to integrate them into professional decision-making processes. Students acquire skills in urban silviculture, care and development of urban green spaces, ecosystem services of urban forests, urban and landscape planning, communication, facilitation and conflict management, human resources management, administrative structure, and political, social and operational control governance. This is the only Master's programme in Germany with this focus, featuring small semester groups (20 people), practice-oriented teaching, and reference to the latest research questions.
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This Master's programme focuses on urban forestry and urban tree management. In forests close to cities, income from forestry plays a subordinate role. Instead, the forest's recreational and protective functions as well as its positive effects on the health of the population characterize forest management. The programme teaches students to recognize different interests in urban forests and to integrate them into professional decision-making processes. Students acquire skills in urban silviculture, care and development of urban green spaces, ecosystem services of urban forests, urban and landscape planning, communication, facilitation and conflict management, human resources management, administrative structure, and political, social and operational control governance. This is the only Master's programme in Germany with this focus, featuring small semester groups (20 people), practice-oriented teaching, and reference to the latest research questions.

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Urban Forestry

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How do I apply to Urban Tree and Forest Management at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Urban Tree and Forest Management at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen

Is Urban Tree and Forest Management at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen 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 Urban Tree and Forest Management 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 Urban Tree and Forest Management at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen? ▼

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 Urban Tree and Forest Management? ▼

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 HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen — 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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