Climate, Earth, Water, Sustainability (CLEWS)

Interdisciplinary international master's on climate science, Earth systems, water, and sustainability with quantitative environmental analysis, modelling, and research applications.

Minimum GPA

None stated.

English requirements

English at least B2 CEFR. The CLEWS FAQ lists accepted proofs including TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0 in each component, Cambridge B2 First 160, UNIcert II or higher, PTE Academic 59, and equivalent English-medium prior study. German is not required.

Accepted bachelor fields

Geoecology or physics with at least 180 CP, or another natural-science degree including at least 12 CP each in physics, earth and environmental sciences, mathematics, and another 12 CP in related natural-science modules.

APS Certificate

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

354.80 EUR per semester (current general University of Potsdam semester fee for Summer Semester 2026).

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 354.80 EUR per semester (current general University of Potsdam semester fee for Summer Semester 2026).

Graduates are trained to address global warming consequences in research, policy, and public awareness, preparing them for roles in research, environmental consulting, policy, and more.

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• 2

  Sustainability Science: Ecosystems, Biodiversity and Society (MSc)

  Leuphana University Lüneburg

  Lüneburg · Master of Science · English

• 3

  Sustainable Development Academy | SDA

  University of Potsdam

  Potsdam · Certificate · English

• 4

  Technology of Circular Economy

  University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer

  Emden · Master of Engineering · English

• 5

  Environmental Challenges and Human Responses

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