International Max Planck Research School for Global Biogeochemical Cycles (IMPRS
Max Planck Institute for Biogeochemistry
Program Overview
The key elements of life, such as carbon, oxygen and nitrogen, are continuously exchanged between land, ocean and atmosphere through processes known as global biogeochemical...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Only for doctoral programmes: any time
Duration
6 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
The stated annual salary (e.g., TV-L E13: €50,000–€65,000 for 100%) refers to a full-time position. In practice, many universities and public research institutes (such as Leibniz institutes) offer part-time contracts, commonly 50%, 65%, or 75%, and only occasionally 100%. The actual salary is therefore proportional to the contract percentage. Applicants are strongly advised to clarify the employment percentage before accepting an offer.
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Proficiency in English is required since English is the official language of the programme. The IMPRS for Global Biogeochemical Cycles has not made third-party language tests compulsory. Whether an applicant has sufficient command of the English language for a fruitful stay in the IMPRS-gBGC will become apparent during the application procedure (which includes an interview either via web conference or in person). During the application process, you have the possibility to send us any language certificates you possess along with your other application documents.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Applications for the programme are open to motivated and highly qualified students from all countries. A prerequisite is a "Diplom" or Master of Science degree in environmental sciences, geosciences, geography, biological sciences, physics, chemistry, computer sciences or related fields, including a corresponding thesis.
APS Certificate
Not required for PhD/doctoral programmes.
IELTS Score
Not specified
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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