Applied Environmental Sciences, Master of Science

Distance learning program @ University of Koblenz 

👉 The part-time Master's programme "Applied Environmental Sciences" at the University of Koblenz-Landau in Koblenz provides professionals and managers in the environmental sector with an interdisciplinary perspective on environmental issues. The programme promotes analytical thinking and conceptual work to acquire knowledge and skills in environmentally relevant subject areas. Graduates can analyse environmental problems, develop sustainable solutions, and use legal instruments of environmental protection in compliance with the law. Suitable for professionals with previous experience in the environmental sector.

At a Glance

🏫 Provider University of Koblenz, University based in Koblenz (Germany)
The Centre for Distance Learning and University Continuing Education (ZFUW) at the University of Koblenz is the oldest distance learning institution in Rhineland-Palatinate. Since 1991, it has been offering postgraduate distance learning programmes, certificate courses, and further education. Through a blended learning concept, the ZFUW combines flexibility with practical relevance and enables lifelong learning. The University of Koblenz, known for its interdisciplinary profile areas "Education," "Computer Science," "Culture and Communication," as well as "Materials and Environment," focuses on teacher education and knowledge transfer. With over 30 years of experience, the ZFUW supports the personal and professional development of its students.
🎓 Field of Study Natural Sciences
📜 Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)
⏳ Duration 5 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 120 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Ecology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Chemistry / Environmental Toxicology, General Environmental Law, Special Environmental Law, Environmental Economics / Environmental Politics, Spatial and Environmental Planning, Nature Conservation, Water Protection, Environmental / Sustainability Management, Environmental Communication / Mediation, Environmental Informatics / Information Systems, Wastewater Treatment, Circular Economy and Waste Technology, Emission Control
📍 Location Koblenz
📅 Enrollment Winter semester
💶 Fees
from 1198 € Semester fee
from 7332 € total
🔗 More Info https://www.uni-koblenz.de

Admission requirements

For the Master's programme in Applied Environmental Sciences, the following applicants can be admitted:

 

1. Applicants with a university degree

a study programme of at least 6 semesters with 180 ECTS credits (Bachelor, Diploma, Magister, State Examination, etc.)

and relevant professional experience of at least 1 year after completing the first degree

2. Applicants without a university degree

Applicants without a university degree (e.g. technicians, laboratory assistants, and master craftsmen) need:

Option 1

the university entrance qualification

3 years of relevant work experience

and passing an aptitude test

Option 2

vocational training with a qualified result (at least 2.5)

3 years of relevant work experience

and passing an aptitude test

Option 3

passing the master craftsman examination (or equivalent examination)

3 years of relevant work experience

and passing an aptitude test

Details

The further education distance learning programme "Applied Environmental Sciences" provides professionals and managers in the environmental sector with an interdisciplinary perspective on environmental issues and questions while promoting analytical thinking and conceptual work. It aims to acquire in-depth knowledge and skills in environmentally relevant scientific, technical, legal, and economic fields that enable application-oriented work in the environmental sector.

The graduates of the programme can identify existing environmental problems and conflicts as well as describe and analyse them as results of the complex interrelationship between ecological and economic-technical systems.

 

Target Audience

The programme is aimed at scientists and engineers, graduates from other disciplines with relevant professional experience after completing their first degree, as well as qualified professionals without a previous university degree, including technicians, laboratory technicians and master craftsmen with several years of experience in the environmental sector.

In particular, professionals from environmental authorities, associations, industry and manufacturing, supply and trading companies, environmental consultants, and engineering offices are targeted with this programme.

 

Course Contents

The study programme is modular. You have to attend 9 modules in the compulsory area and choose 3 out of the 6 modules in the optional area.

Therefore, a total of 12 modules must be completed. The programme concludes with a master's thesis.

Compulsory Area:

Module 01: Ecology

Module 02: Geosciences

Module 03: Environmental Chemistry / Environmental Toxicology

Module 04: General Environmental Law

Module 05: Special Environmental Law

Module 06: Environmental Economics / Environmental Policy

Module 07: General Environmental Planning

Module 08: Nature Conservation

Module 09: Water Conservation

 

Optional Area 1*:

Module 10: Environmental / Sustainability Management

Module 11: Environmental Communication / Mediation

Module 12: Environmental Informatics / Information Systems

 

Optional Area 2*:

Module 13: Wastewater Engineering

Module 14: Waste Management

Module 15: Emission Control

 
Enrolment

Enrolment takes place annually only for the winter semester. The start of studies is always on 01.10.

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