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    Physical Geography (M.Sc.)

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    Frankfurt am Main, DEMScIn-person2 yearsGerman
    120
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    Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Frankfurt am Main, DE.

    About the program

    The program covers interactions between relief, soil, water, vegetation, and climate, along with physical-geographical methods in laboratory and field settings, geo-information processing, remote sensing, and environmental modelling. It focuses on qualitative and quantitative environmental changes in past, present, and future, oriented towards projects in Europe and Africa.

    Focus: both
    151-200 (QS World University Rankings by Subject - Geography)

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    18 months

    $9,700.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt online or in-person?
    Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is offered in-person.
    How long does Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt take to complete?
    Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt?
    Per the program's published guidance: Eignungsgrad von mindestens 2,5
    What work-permit options follow Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt?
    Post-completion work rights for Physical Geography (M.Sc.) at Goethe University Frankfurt: 18 months