• Physics of the climate system;
• Biogeochemistry of the climate system;
• Economics and Social Sciences.

Program structure
After an orientation unit, the key components and processes of the climate system will be studied in compulsory courses (30 CP). Some specialization is already possible during the first semester. In the second and third semester, students have the opportunity to focus on their specialization (60 CP). The last semester is devoted to the MSc thesis (30 CP).

Detailed curriculum (module descriptions)

Fachspezifische Bestimmungen (in German)

Preliminary timetable Orientation Unit October 2010

Timetable Winter Semester 2010/2011 (as at July 30, 2010)

List of courses offered in Winter Semester 2010/2011

Timetable Summer Semester 2010

STINE Studieninfonetz  

Professional perspectives

The Master’s Degree in Integrated Climate System Sciences qualifies for a profession in administration or in commercial enterprises dealing with climate system issues. Furthermore, it will prepare you for a professional career in climate system sciences, starting with a doctorate / PhD program.

Application requirements and start

Good skills in mathematics and physics and a BSc or BA degree in a subject related to Climate System Sciences such as Meteorology, Oceanography, Geophysics, Geology, or the Environmental Sciences are required. All students whose first language is not English will need to satisfy English language requirements. Your application must include a letter of motivation. All applications are considered individually on merit. The class size is limited to aproximately 20 students.

Start date: October (every winter semester)
Application 2010: Please contact Dr. Annina Hube (sicss@zmaw.de).
Application 2011: February 15 - March 31, 2011

Online Application

Application Guidelines

Frequently asked questions

Financial Support for foreign students:

• German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD):   If you need financial support for your MSc studies, please visit the web page of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and check for funding opportunities. Applications should be completed by November 15 for the following year.
• Dr. Joachim und Hanna Schmidt Stiftung für Umwelt und Verkehr: projects and support
• Alexander von Humboldt Foundation International Climate Protection Fellowships of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

Contact

Prof. Dr. Eva-Maria Pfeiffer (Head of School)
Prof. Dr. Detlef Stammer (Vice-Head of School)

School of Integrated Climate System Sciences (SICSS)
KlimaCampus
University of Hamburg
Grindelberg 5
20144 Hamburg

SICSS-Office

PD Dr. Oliver Dilly,
Education Officer

Dr. Annina Hube
Tel. +49 (0)40 42838 7597

Franziska Neigenfind
Tel. +49 (0)40 42838 7590

sicss(at)zmaw.de