Program Overview
The Hydrogeology and Environmental Geoscience at Georg-August-Universit\xc3\xa4t G\xc3\xb6ttingen is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Hydrogeology and Environmental Geoscience programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 500 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Göttingen, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Hydrogeology and Environmental Geoscience programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- General Tools (9 credits)
- Geology (6 credits)
- Hydrology (7 credits)
- Hydrogeology I (6 credits)
- Hydrogeology II (6 credits)
- Geophysics (4 credits)
- Hydro(geo)chemistry (8 credits)
- Systems Modeling (5 credits)
- Groundwater Modeling (6 credits)
- Geothermal Energy (7 credits)
- Water Pollution Control and Environment (8 credits)
- Environmental Monitoring and Remediation (7 credits)
- Integrated Water Resources Management (11 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Admission conditions: Bachelor B.Sc.(Geoscience, natural or engineering sciences) Language: English (international English certificate)
- Admission: restricted (applications to the faculty), selection interview
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 500 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 500 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georg-August-Universit\xc3\xa4t G\xc3\xb6ttingen directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Georg‑August‑Universität Göttingen
Georg‑August‑Universität Göttingen
Göttingen, Germany
The University of Göttingen, officially the Georg August University of Göttingen, is a public research university in the city of Göttingen, Lower Saxony, Germany. Founded in 1734 by George II,...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-04-18
- Start Date 2018-10-16
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
