Program Overview

Introduction to the Environmental Sciences Program

The Environmental Sciences program at Bielefeld University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues and the skills to address them. The program is interdisciplinary, combining biology, chemistry, physics, and law to give students a broad perspective on environmental problems.

Program Details

• Degree: Bachelor of Science
• Duration: 6 semesters
• Start: Winter semester
• Language: German

Program Structure

The program is structured to provide students with a solid foundation in environmental biology, chemistry, physics, and law. The first two semesters focus on basic courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and law. From the third semester onwards, students take specialized modules in environmental sciences, including ecology, environmental chemistry, and environmental law.

Key Competencies

Students in the Environmental Sciences program will acquire key competencies, including:

• Ability to understand and analyze environmental problems from an interdisciplinary perspective
• Knowledge of biological, chemical, and physical principles relevant to environmental sciences
• Understanding of environmental law and policy
• Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and interpret results
• Ability to communicate scientific findings effectively in written and oral form
• Ability to work independently and in teams

International Opportunities

The Faculty of Biology at Bielefeld University participates in the ERASMUS+ program, offering students the opportunity to spend a semester or year abroad at one of the university's partner institutions in Europe.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Environmental Sciences program will have a wide range of career opportunities, including:

• Research institutions
• Government agencies
• Environmental organizations
• Private industry
• Consulting firms

Participating Faculties

The Environmental Sciences program is an interdisciplinary program that involves the following faculties:

• Faculty of Biology
• Faculty of Chemistry
• Faculty of Physics
• Faculty of Law

Study Content

The program includes a range of courses and modules, such as:

• Biological and ecological basics
• Environmental chemistry and physics
• Environmental law and policy
• Experimental techniques and data analysis
• Project work and bachelor's thesis

Language Skills

English language skills are also fostered throughout the program, as English is the standard language of communication and publication in science, particularly in international fields.