Environmental Sciences Master

Specialists for the Environment

Environmental Sciences is concerned with both the theoretical and practical side of natural and man-made systems. Students gain an understanding of the biological, chemical and physical properties of the atmosphere, biosphere, pedosphere, hydrosphere and antroposphere, and the way in which they interact.

Credits ECTS: 120
Language of instruction: English

Structure:

The Master’s degree programme imparts the ability to address complex and interdisciplinary issues at a high scientific level and thus provides the basis for an academic career. Holders of this Master’s degree also acquire the competences necessary to work as innovative and flexible leaders in society, science and the economy. The Master’s degree programme offers six specialisations. A traineeship in Switzerland or abroad enables students to address environmental questions in a non-academic setting. A Master’s thesis in which what is learned is applied to a concrete scientific issue completes the programme.

- A specialisation

- Second specialisation and/or electives, work experience (18 weeks)

- Master’s thesis (6 months)

Specialisations:

Atmosphere and Climate; Biogeochemistry and Pollutant Dynamics; Ecology and Evolution; Human-Environment Systems; Forest and Landscape Management; Human Health, Nutrition and Environment

Unconditional transfer from:

Environmental Sciences Bachelor

Environmental Engineering Bachelor

Further information:

Programme

Department D-USYS

Contact:

Gaby Frey

Director of studies: Prof. Dr. Heini Wernli 

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