Landscape Ecology (LandEcol)

An English-language master's programme in ecology that examines biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics under global environmental change. It combines field, laboratory, computer, and project-based work to address ecological questions related to land use, climate, soils, and nature conservation.

Academic requirements

If an applicant's final grade or grade point average of the degree is not above average, he/she must demonstrate his/her special suitability for the programme.

Minimum GPA

Above-average bachelor's grade; if the final grade is not above average, special aptitude must be proven under the admission regulations.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT 90.

Accepted bachelor fields

Above-average bachelor's degree in agricultural or environmental sciences, ecology, biology, landscape planning, or a related degree programme with at least 180 ECTS.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

No

Tuition fee

None for EU/EEA students; 1,500 EUR per semester for newly enrolled non-EU/EEA international students under Baden-Wuerttemberg tuition-fee rules.

Semester contribution

174.50 EUR semester contribution (University of Hohenheim, summer semester 2026 official amount).

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None for EU/EEA students; 1,500 EUR per semester for newly enrolled non-EU/EEA international students under Baden-Wuerttemberg tuition-fee rules. Semester contribution: 174.50 EUR semester contribution (University of Hohenheim, summer semester 2026 official amount).

Graduates are qualified for jobs that require ecological understanding, quantitative skills, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to work independently. Possible fields of work include the following: research in ecology and biodiversity science; agencies and organisations dealing with nature conservation and environmental protection at regional, national, and international levels; companies and organisations working on sustainable resource use, geographical analysis, and landscape planning; research communication and environmental education.

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