Integrated Climate System Sciences (ICSS)

University of Hamburg School of Integrated Climate System Sciences

Full time & Part time October MSc 2 years

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Environmental Sciences Geography Mathematics Physics Biogeochemical Cycles Climatology - Climate & Climate Change Climatology - Meteorology Environmental Physics Glaciology & Cryospheric Systems Mathematical Modelling Ocean Sciences Social Geography Soil Science Hamburg Germany On Campus

About the course

Fast facts Master's program Integrated Climate System Sciences:

Two years
Taught in English
No tuition fees
Unique, interdisciplinary approach: Students study all parts of the climate system, including economics and social sciences as well as climate communication
International atmosphere with 75 % international students
The program was re-accredited by ASIIN in 2018.
Excellent career prospects: 75 % of our graduates start to work in academia, NGOs or consultancies within less than six months after graduation.
Access to an international research environment at Germany's hub for climate research.

Curriculum for M.Sc. Integrated Climate System

Entry Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in a subject related to climate sciences such as Atmospheric Science, Physical Oceanography, Environmental Sciences, Physics, or other environmental earth sciences
• A solid background in mathematics and physics documented by approximately 60 ECTS credit points in European Credit Transfer System
• Proficiency in English (English B.Sc. or M.Sc., TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5, or CEFR C1)

* Please check our video for an overview of the application process.

We accept applications annually between February 15 and March 31.

Fees

Ca. 340 Euros per semester

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Student Profiles

Zahra Sadat Parsakhoo

“Since challenging research is done increasingly in teams, where different approaches, cultures and styles of thought complement each other, the international SICSS program seems perfect to me. I learn as much as possible about the climate system in a very integrated way. In addition to my main track, physics, I study the social, political and economic aspects of climate change. At SICSS I have the chance to academically analyze the devastating impact of climate change on human life and the earth system.”

Alex Hudy

“My background is very much an integrated field, combining environmental geology, environmental economics and German studies. I wanted to continue this integrated approach and SICSS had the only program like this that I could find in both the US and Germany. I like the breadth of the study program that we started with and how students can select a personal focus. SICSS attracts students from all across the globe with very different backgrounds. As such, we all bring unique perspectives to the classes and a variety of strengths. “

Laure Hoeppli

“SICSS is open to students with different horizons, origins and backgrounds. There is a big exchange of cultures and traditions, as well as knowledge of different scientific domains. We all work together, and everybody can teach and learn something from the other. I see SICSS as a big family for those who are so far away from their own.”

Marguerite Lee

“The SICSS focus is on educating and preparing the future scientists of the world. I am not only supervised by internationally recognized professors but I can also conduct many courses, seminars and training workshops at no extra cost, which enhances and complements my studies, improves my writing and presentation skills, and any other technical issues that impact a scientist's life.”

Kenneth Ayadiani

“My main motivation studying at SICSS is the multidisciplinary nature of the program coupled with the structural flexibility of its design. This meets my individual interests and career goals and opens up the opportunity to continue with a doctorate. And Hamburg offers such great and pleasant living conditions. The city is well known for its versatile community life and I meet and interact with a lot of people with diverse cultural backgrounds, interests and opinions.”