All modules of the MSc programme in Geophysics are taught in English. The Master's thesis is also written in English.
Furthermore, interdisciplinary and elective courses from other MSc degree programmes that may be taught in German can be chosen.
Attendance is mandatory during the lecture periods:
The MSc Geophysics at the Universität Hamburg is a research-oriented programme that offers individual specialisation. Students can choose those lectures from the curriculum of the Institute of Geophysics that best suit their scientific interests.
The curriculum of the Institute of Geophysics represents the focus of the working groups in research and teaching:
The programme is divided into two phases, beginning with the Advanced Studies Phase, during which students develop advanced knowledge and understanding in geophysics and related interdisciplinary subjects. This phase is followed by the Research Phase, during which each student specialises in a geophysical research field that eventually becomes the topic of his or her Master’s thesis.
Geophysical seminar with invited national and international speakers
Geophysical seminar with invited national and international speakers
There is a semester fee of approx. 330 EUR per semester. This fee includes a semester ticket covering public transport in the Hamburg metropolitan area.
We recommend that single students budget at least 900 EUR per month to meet personal expenses (accommodation, living, health insurance, books).
International full-time students may apply for merit scholarships or exam grants granted by Universität Hamburg. For more information, please use the provided link. We also recommend contacting our colleagues in the Department of International Affairs for further guidance: http://www.uni-hamburg.de/internationales/studieren-an-der-uhh/finanzierung-des-studiums_e.html
Furthermore, a minimum of 6 ECTS credit points in computer programming is required.
Proficiency in English language is required and can be proved by any of the following certificates:
Students who enrol in a full-time programme will generally have only a limited time for part-time jobs. As a rule, students who hold a student residence permit may work for up to 120 full days or 240 half days per year. Further information on work regulations for international students at Universität Hamburg is available at the Department of International Affairs (https://www.uni-hamburg.de/en/internationales/studierende/incoming/studium-mit-abschluss.html) and at the Counselling Centre for Study Financing (https://www.studierendenwerk-hamburg.de/en/counselling/counselling-centre-for-study-financing-best).
Accommodation is available through the "Studierendenwerk" (student services) or on the private market. The "Studierendenwerk" provides rooms in halls of residence, most of which are single rooms with shared kitchens and showers/WCs. We strongly advise students and researchers to arrange accommodation prior to arriving in Hamburg, as demand for affordable accommodation is sometimes larger than supply.
For more information on how to find accommodation and how to plan your first steps in Hamburg, please see: https://www.uni-hamburg.de/piasta/beratung/doc/willkommen.pdf.
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