Ocean and Climate Physics (MSc)

Research-oriented MSc in Ocean and Climate Physics that provides advanced training in physical oceanography, climate physics, and the role of the ocean in the climate system within an active research environment.

Minimum GPA

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

English requirements

Formal requirement is English level B2. The reviewed official application page states that lectures in the previous degree programme or other informal proof are accepted and that TOEFL or IELTS certificates are not required.

Accepted bachelor fields

BSc in Geophysics/Physical Oceanography from the University of Hamburg or an equivalent degree with at least 90 ECTS in mathematics, physics, numerics, and/or fluid dynamics. The reviewed official pages also state that degrees in Physical Oceanography, Meteorology, Geophysics, or Physics are suitable backgrounds.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

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 the MSc opens wide possibilities on the international job market in research institutions and the economy and is required for a doctoral degree as a first step into an academic career.

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