Masters

Master of Science in Meteorology (research

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Mainz, Germany

Program Overview

The students of our Master's programme benefit from an exceptionally wide range of research opportunities, providing them with a choice of five research groups covering several fields from theoretical and experimental meteorology. During the Master's degree programme, our students benefit from a number of unique programmes that are offered by the TPChange "Sonderforschungsbereich" (collaborative research centre), the Research Training Group, and the nearby Max Planck Institute for Chemistry and Polymers Research. While our programme for atmospheric physics is internationally recognised for its strong focus on research, the excellent student-to-faculty ratio allows for lectures on a remarkably wide range of topics. These include the fields of atmospheric dynamics, clouds and aerosol, atmospheric chemistry, radiation and modelling in general. The exact programme content depends on the specialised subjects chosen. Please find more detailed information about the content in our student handbook, which is available below.

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Financials

Tuition FeesNone
Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: This programme appears tuition-free, but students should still budget for the semester contribution and living expenses.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Winter (October); Summer (April)

Duration

4 semesters

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Career Outcomes

Research ScientistLaboratory ScientistEnvironmental AnalystData AnalystScientific ConsultantMeteorologistClimate ScientistWeather Analyst

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€50,000 – €90,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

Applicants must provide a proof of English proficiency. There are several ways to do this. High school diploma / secondary school-leaving certificate from an English-speaking institution University degree in a study programme taught in English German "Abitur" with appropriate English courses First Certificate in English (University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations) or higher level (Advanced [CAE] or Proficiency [CPE]) IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a result of 5.5 or higher TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a result of 213 (computer-based test [CBT]) or 79 (Internet-based test [IBT]) or 550 (paper-based test [PBT]) Telc English B2 Exemption is possible for native speakers. The test date may not be older than three years at the time of the application.

IELTS required (IELTS 5.5 overall)Language certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

Applicants are required to provide proof of a Bachelor's degree in Meteorology with a minimum grade of 3.0 (sufficient) or an equivalent final degree from a university in Germany or abroad. Applicants with a grade of less than 3.0 may apply for a selection interview.

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

IELTS 5.5 overall

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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