Program Overview

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Meteorologie (B.Sc.)

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Meteorology is a program offered by the Institute of Meteorology at the Free University of Berlin. The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the atmosphere and its processes, as well as the skills to analyze and predict weather patterns.

Study Program

The program consists of several study areas, including:

• Synoptics/Climatology
• Physics/Dynamics
• Mathematics
• Statistics/Programming
• General Career Preparation (Competence Area Specialist Qualifications)

Study Modules

The program includes a range of study modules, such as:

• Vertical structure of the atmosphere
• Weather observation
• Regional wind systems
• Ideal gas (physics)
• Pressure (physics)
• Physical climatology
• Weather map

Study Abroad

Students have the opportunity to study abroad as part of the program.

Daily Life as a Student

The program provides students with a range of opportunities to engage with the subject matter, including interviews with students and insights into the daily life of a meteorology student.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program have a range of career prospects, including:

• Research positions at institutions such as GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research
• Positions at universities, such as the University of Birmingham
• Careers in climate research, such as at the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute
• Positions at research centers, such as the Climate Service Center

Application and Admission

Information on application and admission procedures can be found in the academic calendar. The program has a Numerus Clausus (NC) and information on this can be found on the central study pages of the Free University of Berlin.

Regulations and Ordinances

All regulations for the study program are outlined in the study and examination regulations.

Study Advice

The Free University of Berlin offers general study advice, as well as subject-specific study advice from the Institute of Meteorology. A mentoring program is also available for first-year students.

Services and Data

The Institute of Meteorology offers a range of services and data, including:

• Weather information
• Pollen information
• Weather sponsorship
• Satellite data
• Weather information service

Further Information

Further information on the program can be found on the website of the Free University of Berlin.