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Applied Physical Geography and Mountain Research

Master’s programme

Faculty of Environmental, Regional and Educational Sciences

University degree

Master of Science „MSc“

ECTS

120

Start of studies

Summer term 2025

Duration of study

4 semesters

Teaching language

German

type of study programme

Full-time

Investigating the landscapes of the world

This master’s programme takes a scientific approach to understanding the relationships between human society and the environment in mountain regions, with an emphasis on quantitative methods. It offers an appealing combination of theoretical and field work which is a distinctive feature of this programme.

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Is this degree programme right for you?

Interests that are a good basis for this study programme

You should have an interest in scientific research into the relationships between human society and the environment, and how these are changing. Advanced skills in the use of geospatial technologies are a definite advantage. You also need to have completed a relevant first degree.

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About the study programme

Applied Physical Geography and Mountain Research at the University of Graz

In this degree programme you will learn about relevant aspects of the specialist geographical disciplines of geomorphology, climatology and hydrology and how they are interconnected (integrative geography). There is a strong emphasis on quantitative methods (monitoring, modelling, geospatial technologies).

Institute Curriculum

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Further studies

Natural Sciences at the Faculty of Environmental, Regional and Educational Sciences

The Doctoral Programme of Natural Sciences allows you to develop your own research interests further and to perfect your methodological skills. You will work independently to investigate academic questions and contribute to the development of knowledge and innovation in your subject area.

Doctoral Programme

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Career prospects

Preparation for a wide range of career paths

This interdisciplinary and integrated training at the interface of natural and social sciences will prepare you for professional work in a wide range of fields. These include teaching and research in universities and at non-university institutions, environmental monitoring and protection, nature conservation, hazard forecasting and management, prevention, prospecting, forecasting, software and database development, energy supply and waste disposal, regional development, tourism, development work and roles in public administration, the media and specialist consulting.

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Note on registration

Anyone who is not a graduate of the subject-relevant bachelor’s programme at the University of Graz has to apply for admission to the master's programme.

Academic Affairs

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3 reasons to study at the University of Graz

Theory meets practice

Balanced mix of theoretical and practical training

Understand sensitive mountain regions

Investigate processes in sensitive mountain regions

A degree programme with a future

Investigate sustainable development in urban areas and other regions

„What’s special about this degree programme is its relevance to the challenges posed today by processes of social change and the relationships between humans and our environment, which we investigate using a broad spectrum of practical methods and skills, for instance from the field of geotechnics or participation and communication. “

Angelika