Program Overview
The Industrial Ecology at Karl-Franzens University of Graz 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 Industrial Ecology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Austria 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 6.5
- Location: Graz, Austria
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Industrial Ecology 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
- University of Graz (Austria):The human dimension of Industrial Ecology \x96 Decision-making models and sustainability assessment
- Leiden University, Delft University of Technology (The Netherlands): Industrial Ecology methods and tools, in particular modeling certain material systems
- Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden): Sustainable technical systems
- Asian Institute of Technology (Thailand): Asian perspective on Industrial Ecology, technology issues in Industrial Ecology
- Rochester Institute of Technology (USA): Alternative energy and decision analysis
- Waseda University (Japan): Industrial Ecology methods based on input output analysis, with special emphasis on waste and resource management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree\xc2\xa0in engineering, natural sciences, environmental sciences, economics or social sciences with 180 ECTS, including courses in mathematics/statistics (minimum 12 ECTS) and courses in environmental and systems sciences (minimum 12 ECTS). For the Bachelor\'s degree a minimum overall/average grade of B according to the ECTS grading system is necessary.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Karl-Franzens University of Graz
Karl-Franzens University of Graz
Graz, Styria
The University of Graz in Graz is the largest public research university in Styria and the second oldest university in Austria. Its name is derived from Archduke Charles II of Inner Austria and...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months