Master Program Marine Geosciences

– Bachelor or equivalent degree in a geoscientific subject
– At least 60 (=1/3) of the B.Sc. credit points must have been earned in geoscientific subjects
– At least 30 (=1/6) of the B.Sc. credits are in fundamental natural sciences (math, physics, chemistry, biology)
– A 50% pass in our subject-specific online aptitude test
– English proficiency at the B2.2 level (instruction language)
– Readiness for work at sea and in the field
– Confident use of information technology
– Ability to work independently and in teams
– Intercultural competence and mobility

This Master degree program is designed as a two-year full-time study. In the first year, the choice of 3-4 out of 8 core subjects determines the individual specialization profile. Optional block courses impart ship, field and laboratory practice, digital competences and complementary skills in languages, economics or law. In the second year, the focus is on self-managed planning and acting: The "Geoscience Project" offers great freedom to pursue personal geoscientific ideas and qualification goals. In the "Research Seminar", the concepts of one's own Master project are developed, which is implemented, written up and presented in the fourth and last semester.

Biogeochemistry, Climate Change, Environmental Archives, Ocean Crust Evolution, Marine Geobiology, Marine Techno­logy, Marine Resources, Sedimentary Structures

Career prospects after graduation are in consulting for construction projects such as offshore wind farms and harbors, coastal management (sediment transport, coastal protection), exploration and sustainable extraction of raw materials in the sea, science journalism and education (museums), remote sensing data management, activities in research institutes, universities and government agencies.