Masters

Environmental Governance (MEG)

University of Freiburg

Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

Program Overview

The concept of sustainable development and the concomitant notion of sustainability have become fundamental principles of action in politics and society. Similarly, in the...

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Financials

Tuition FeesVaried
Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: Most public universities in Germany are tuition-free. You only pay a semester contribution (~EUR 300) which usually includes a public transport ticket.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Winter (October)

Duration

4 semesters

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Career Outcomes

Policy AnalystNGO Programme OfficerInternational Affairs ConsultantUrban PlannerResearch Associate

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€45,000 – €75,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

Applicants must provide proof of their English skills: TOEFL iBT > 95 (Internet-based); IELTS band 7, Pearson Academic minimum score 76, Cambridge Advanced Certificate of English (CAE). EXEMPTIONS: Native English speakers are exempted from proving their fluency. They shall upload a copy of their passport. Applicants who completed their university studies in a programme conducted in English in an English-speaking country (US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand) or in a country where English is the official language are also exempted.

IELTS required (IELTS 7.0 overall)No extra certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

Applicants must hold a BSc (or an equivalent first degree) with a grade well above average in one of the following fields: Environmental Management Environmental Sciences Agricultural or Forest Sciences Geography Political Sciences Sociology Law Economics Ethnology International Cooperation Development Studies Nature Conservation Environmental Management Land Use Planning Natural Resource Management, among others. At least some of the courses taken in the aforementioned degrees must be relevant to Environmental Governance. Applicants for DAAD EPOS scholarships for candidates from developing countries must have two years of work experience at the time of application, and the last university degree must not be older than six years.

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

IELTS 7.0 overall

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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