Marine Ecosystem and Fisheries Sciences

Consecutive research-oriented MSc in Marine Ecosystem and Fisheries Sciences focused on biological oceanography and fisheries science, with strong methodological training for laboratory, field, and theoretical marine research.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

Adequate English can be proven by IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 72, Cambridge CAE/CPE/BEC/FCE, a university certificate confirming at least B2 level, or a degree in an English-language bachelor's programme.

Accepted bachelor fields

Bachelor's degree in Marine Ecosystem and Fisheries Sciences from the University of Hamburg, or another bachelor's degree with at least 72 ECTS in basic natural sciences: 50 ECTS Biology, 10 ECTS Marine Biology, 6 ECTS Chemistry, and 6 ECTS Data Science (statistics, mathematics, programming). The reviewed official page states that specific oceanography and marine-science modules may compensate for marine-biology credits at the discretion of the selection committee.

APS Certificate

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

EUR 384.00 per semester (Summer Semester 2026 standard semester contribution).

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: EUR 384.00 per semester (Summer Semester 2026 standard semester contribution).

The reviewed official programme page states that graduates can pursue scientific careers and positions in universities, research institutes, business companies, ministries, NGOs, consulting, policy, communication, research funding, scientific journalism, marine conservation, and other life-science fields.

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