MSc in Global Change Ecology

Earth’s ecosystems are exposed to various rapid environmental changes, such as global changes in climate, element cycles, land use, and biodiversity. Such changes can threaten ecological services such as the protection against natural hazards, and filtration of drinking water, food supply, and other resources. These situations, in turn, lead to economic, social, and political instability.

Accreditations

The degree program Global Change Ecology MSc. Is accredited until 31 March 2027.

The program is devoted to understanding and analyzing the most important and consequential environmental concern of the 21st century; namely, Global Change. Problems of an entirely new and interdisciplinary nature require the establishment of innovative approaches in research and education. A special program focus is the linking of natural science perspectives on global change with approaches in social science disciplines.

The elite study program combines the expertise of the Universities of Bayreuth and Augsburg, with that of Bavarian research institutions, and economic, administrative, and international organizations. The program is unique in Germany from the standpoint of content and is at the forefront with respect to international efforts. The goal is the training of highly qualified leaders for tasks and problem-solving in science, environmental protection, and respect for political or economic decision-making.

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After graduating from the GCE master's program you will have the opportunity to complete your doctor thesis. Therefore, the University of Bayreuth Graduate School supervises doctoral students in all subjects.

We facilitate scientific exchange already in the earliest phase of independent research and complement the interdisciplinary education of doctoral students with additional teaching and training opportunities.

The program in Global Change Ecology relies not only on course modules but also offers the opportunity to gain practical experience via internships. Internships can be carried out in four main areas including research, administration, economy, and international organizations. In this way, students can already start building up a scientific and professional network during their studies. Based on additional research activity, a doctoral degree can be pursued.

Science schools aim to integrate students into current developments in the rapidly changing scientific field of global change research. Intensive external and internal courses allow students to make direct contact with lecturers and practitioners and peers from other degree programs and universities.

Doing a doctorate at the University of Bayreuth

The University of Bayreuth Graduate School supervises doctoral students of all subjects who are pursuing a doctorate in a structured program or at one of the University's seven faculties. We facilitate scientific exchange already in the earliest phase of independent research and complement the interdisciplinary education of doctoral students with additional teaching and training opportunities. Our aim is to create the perfect research and learning conditions for them.