University of Bremen - Application and admission

60 University of Bremen - Application and admission https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission University of Bremen, Master, international, Ecology, application and admission en University of Bremen Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:44:24 +0200 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:44:24 +0200 University of Bremen content-293804 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 All Information at a Glance https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293804 Restricted Admission: Limited to 25 students Language Requirements: International C1 Certificate in English Application Deadline: April 30 for winter semester Term 1 Academic Year 2026/27 Start of introductory courses: October 5 Start of classes: October 12 Content content-293799 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Contact Us https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293799 If you are unsure, whether the content of your degree program is sufficiently suitable for the Master's program or should there still be any further questions to the Master program itself, please do not hesitate to address <a class="mail" href="mailto:mscecol@uni-bremen.de" title="Opens a window for sending an e-mail">mscecol@uni-bremen.de</a> Program Coordinator: <a class="mail" href="mailto:mdiekmann@uni-bremen.de" title="Opens a window for sending an e-mail">Prof. Dr. Martin Diekmann</a> Assistant Coordinator: <a class="mail" href="mailto:inaefkt@uni-bremen.de" title="Opens a window for sending an e-mail">Inae Kim-Frommherz</a> Content content-293794 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Selection process https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293794 If the number of applicants meeting the admission requirements exceeds the number of availabe study places - which is usually the case - the Master's Selection Board will rank the applications, up to 100 points may be awarded for an application. Content content-293795 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Ranking System https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293795 up to 50 points: Overall grade of previous degree, or average grade achieved up to time of application (min. 135 CP). A ranking list of applicants is drawn up on the basis of their grades. up to 30 points: Related subjects in Ecology, studied in previous degree courses, or related professional or other experience. up to 20 points: Letter of Motivation stating reasons for your interest in the program, written in English. Content content-293796 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Letter of Motivation https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293796 Criteria for the evaluation of the letter are specific reference to the study course, a distinct explanation of the applicant’s own qualification and aims, especially as regards the connection between future career and the course of studies, as well as the applicant’s motivation being in accordance with the orientation of the course of studies. Your motivation letter should be one page maximum. Content content-293788 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Online Application https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293788 Applications must be submitted online, prior to the closing date and together with all necessary admission requirements. Applicants must apply via the central online application portal&nbsp;of the University of Bremen (<a class="externalLink" href="https://moin.uni-bremen.de/scripts/mgrqispi.dll?APPNAME=CampusNet&amp;PRGNAME=EXTERNALPAGES&amp;ARGUMENTS=-N000000000000002,-N000285,-ABUZenStart" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">MOIN</a>). The online application form will be active 6 weeks before the application deadline. Your application is only valid for the semester you have selected. Applications may (and should) already be submitted before the previous study degree (i.e. usually B.Sc.) has been finished, if&nbsp;at least 135 ECTS have been obtained, equivalent to the work load of 4.5 semesters. In those cases, admission can be granted on the condition that the previous&nbsp;degree will be successfully finished by September, 30th. Admission may be granted subject to the condition that proof of passing the initial degree and the certificate of language proficiency are furnished at the latest two weeks after the beginning of the Master Study Course. As for the original of the BSc certificate, same must be submitted latest by 31 December of that year. Content content-293787 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Application documents https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293787 At the time of application, you must provide a current overview of grades and course work (study schedule/ transcript of records) and, if already available, proof of having been awarded your degree. You have to upload the following documents: <ul> <li>Certificate of Bachelor degree or official academic transcript of Study Records of your Bachelor studies. i.e. a list of successfully studied courses completed at your home university (inlcuding duration, final grades, graduation scheme), in English or German</li> <li>Detailed and current curriculum vitae (CV), written in English</li> <li>Letter of Motivation, explaining your interest for enrollment in the Master of Ecology program, written in English</li> <li><a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/sprachenzentrum-der-hochschulen-im-land-bremen/angebote/sprachnachweise-sprachzeugnisse-internationale-zertifikate/internationale-zertifikate-und-anerkannte-sprachnachweise-fuer-die-studienzulassung" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">Proof of sufficient English language skills</a>, in English</li> <li>Any additional documents or relevant qualifications, such as internships or academic awards, written in German or English</li> </ul> Content content-293784 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Further questions about the application procedure? https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293784 Please check the <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/master/" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">Master's Portal of the University of Bremen</a> for answers concerning your online application (registration, upload of documents etc.). You will find answers to frequently asked questions at the <a class="internalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/master/faq/" target="_blank" title="Opens internal link in current window">FAQ</a> of the Master's Portal. If there are any questions left, please contact the Secretariat for Students International (SfSI) <a class="mail" href="mailto:master@uni-bremen.de" title="Opens a window for sending an e-mail">master@uni-bremen.de.</a> Content content-293785 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Application Deadline https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293785 April 30 for winter semester Content content-293786 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Please take note https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293786 You apply with simple copies of your documents. Content content-293777 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 15:56:36 +0200 Please take note https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293777 <ul> <li>Copies of original certificates must be VALIDATED.</li> <li>Certificates in other languages than German or English must be TRANSLATED into German or English.</li> <li>ORIGINAL documents will NOT be ACCEPTED, please do not send any!</li> <li>Please bring the documents PERSONALLY for the enrollment process at the university. Do not send any!</li> </ul> Content content-293781 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Verification in two steps https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293781 After the application deadline your application will undergo two consecutive checks. At first the <a class="mail" href="mailto:master@uni-bremen.de" title="Opens a window for sending an e-mail">Secretariat for Students International (SfSI)</a><a class="mail" href="javascript:linkTo_UnCryptMailto('lzhksn9lzrsdqZtmh,aqdldm-cd');" title="Opens a window for sending an e-mail"> </a>will check if your application is complete and correct. If your application is incomplete or incorrect, you will not be included into the following selection procedure. Instead you will receive a notification from the SfS International indicating that you are rejected and why. If your application is incomplete or incorrect, you will not be included into the following selection procedure. Instead you will receive a notification from the SfS International indicating that you are rejected and why. But, if the criteria of the first step are met, your application will be forwarded to the Master's Selection Board for final evaluation according to the ranking criteria of the program. The Selection Board of the Master's program Ecology will meet as soon as possible, latest early in June to evaluate all applications. After having received the final ranking list for the Master's program Ecology the SfS International will inform you whether your application has been successful or not. Content content-293778 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Enrollment https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293778 In case of success you will get a notification of admission by email via the MOIN portal. Please take note of the conditions and deadlines contained in the notification. If requested you have to submit the requested further paper documents (until the deadline stated in the admission note!). If you do not submit the respective documents within the specified deadline, you will not be enrolled. Please note that documents will only be accepted in German or English. You confirm acceptance by paying <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/sprachenzentrum-der-hochschulen-im-land-bremen/angebote/sprachnachweise-sprachzeugnisse-internationale-zertifikate/internationale-zertifikate-und-anerkannte-sprachnachweise-fuer-die-studienzulassung" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">semester fee</a>. Please consider the specified deadline for paying! Content content-293780 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Check your status online https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293780 The Selection procedure will take some time (usually 6-8 weeks after the application deadline). Using your online registration login in <a class="externalLink" href="https://moin.uni-bremen.de/scripts/mgrqispi.dll?APPNAME=CampusNet&amp;PRGNAME=EXTERNALPAGES&amp;ARGUMENTS=-N000000000000002,-N000285,-ABUZenStart" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">MOIN</a>, you can check the status of your application at any time. Content content-293776 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Please take note https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293776 <ul> <li>Do not hand in original documents!</li> <li>Simple copies are sufficient.</li> <li>Documents will only be accepted in German or English.</li> <li>Translations have to be made by a sworn translator in Germany.</li> <li>Please bring the required documents in person or send them by parcel service.</li> <li>To enroll, you must sign the acceptance form in person.</li> </ul> Content content-293771 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Formalities for international students https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293771 Information on visa, residence permit, registration, health insurance, bank account and more Content content-293772 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Please take note https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293772 As a student from outside the EU/EAA /Switzerland or contract country, you are legally obliged to insure with the German public health insurance. Content content-741844 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:35:20 +0200 International Office https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c741844 The <abbr title="International Office">IO</abbr> offers counseling and support for international students and researchers coming to the University of Bremen. If you are an enrolled and prospective student you can find assistance there. Content content-293766 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Costs https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293766 More information on financing your studies &amp; scholarships Content content-293765 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Housing https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293765 Information on Housing on campus and in Bremen in general Content content-293760 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 after-arrival-in-Bremen-headline https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293760 After arrival in Bremen you have to register as a citizen within two weeks after moving into your accomodation <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/research-alliance/welcome-center/registration-in-bremen/" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">(Residents Registration Office</a>/ Einwohnermeldeamt). For registering as a citizen you need an official certificate of your landlord. At the latest four weeks before the expiry date of the entry / study visa, you must apply for a <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/research-alliance/welcome-center/residence-permit/" target="_blank">residence permit.</a> You can apply for a residence permit on the campus at the <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/bsu" target="_blank" title="Opens external link in new window">Bremen Service University </a>(BSU). Students of the previous year may help you with these formalities. Content content-293759 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Formalities for international students https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293759 More information on registration and residence permit Content content-293761 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Contact BSU https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293761 <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/bsu.html" target="_blank">BSU (bremen_service universität)</a> Bibliothekstr. 6 28359 Bremen <a class="mail" href="mailto:bsu@uni-bremen.de">bsu@uni-bremen.de</a> <a class="externalLink" href="https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/research-alliance/welcome-center/registration-in-bremen/" target="_blank">BSU on the map</a> Content content-293753 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 MSc Ecology Welcome week https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293753 The week before your lectures start students of the previous year will organize a welcome week for all incoming students. They will help you with the formalities on campus and support you in dealing with administration and immatrikulation. The welcome week tutors will contact you via email and let you know the schedule for the week. Content content-293754 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Start of introductory classes https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293754 October 5 for winter term 2026/27 Content content-293755 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:02:40 +0100 Start of classes https://www.uni-bremen.de/en/mscecology/application-and-admission#c293755 October 12 for winter term 2026/27 Content