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Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Karlsruhe

Meteorology & Climate Physics Master of Science

Subjects: Meteorology;Climate Science;Physics

M.Sc. | Master of Science

⏳ Duration

4 Semesters

🔠 Teaching Language

English

💶 Application Fee non-EU

No information

💶 Cost per Semester ?

170.0 EUR

💶 Tuition Fees per Semester

7,500 EUR

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer

15.01.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter

No information

Course description

The Master program in Meteorology builds on the foundational scientific knowledge gained in the Bachelor program, focusing on research-oriented learning. Students delve deeper into Theoretical Meteorology, Numerical Weather Prediction, Climatology, Remote Sensing, Data Analysis, Atmospheric Chemistry, and Aerosols. They also explore Applied Meteorology in greater detail. A key component of the program is a hands-on practical course. This course equips students with modern atmospheric measurement techniques, both in the lab and in the field. Completing a Master thesis demonstrates their ability to apply scientific methods and knowledge to solve complex research problems independently. Graduates also gain specialized skills in an elective from a broad selection of natural sciences. They learn to use theoretical meteorology concepts to address specific meteorological or climatological issues. With their acquired knowledge, they can classify facts and thematic areas competently. They possess strong programming skills, experience with numerical models, and proficiency in modern measurement techniques. By applying statistical methods to observational data, they can identify relationships, estimate uncertainties, formulate hypotheses, and derive and validate predictions. This program ensures that graduates are well-prepared to tackle real-world meteorological challenges with confidence and expertise.

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Program Information

Study Location	Karlsruhe
Start Semester	Summer, Winter
Study Form	Employment adjacent
Study Type	Postgraduate
Teaching Language	English
Dual	No
Remote	No
Application Fee non-EU	No information
Study Length	4 Semesters
Tuition Fees per Semester	7,500 EUR
Cost per Semester	170.0 EUR

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⏱️ Application Start Summer

No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer

15.01.

⏱️ Application Start Winter

No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter

No information

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

CEFR	No information
IELTS	No information
Cambridge (CAE)	No information
TOEFL IBT	No information

excellent English language skills of at least B2 level. Further details can be found in the admission regulations of the master's degree program.

Qualification Requirements

Requirements for admission to this master's program are: a completed bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree issued by a university, university of applied sciences or a university of cooperative education based on a minimum of 180 ECTS credit points (alternatively at least 3 years program length) in meteorology or a related field (such as physics, mathematics, geosciences) minimum requirements completed in the following fields: meteorology and climate physics of at least 24 credit points physics of at least 24 credit points mathematics of at least 12 credit points Should these prerequisites not be mt, admission may be granted under the provision that certain exams are to be completed until the end of the second semester.