MSc in Climate Change
University of Copenhagen (KU)
Duration
2 years
Intake
September
Degree
Master’s
Program Overview
The MSc in Climate Change at the University of Copenhagen is a two-year interdisciplinary program that combines natural and social science perspectives to address climate change causes, impacts, mitigation, and adaptation. Students choose between two specializations: Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation, or The Physical Climate System. The program offers broad compulsory courses followed by electives, enabling students to tailor their focus towards natural or social science aspects. Teaching includes lectures, seminars, group work, and projects, often collaborating with leading researchers. Graduates are prepared for diverse careers in research, policy, consultancy, industry, and international organizations addressing climate change challenges locally and globally.
Key Information
University
University of Copenhagen (KU)
Campus
Copenhagen
Total Credits
120
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
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Course Structure
Program structure highlights:
- Compulsory courses (30 ECTS), including "Climate Change: An Interdisciplinary Challenge" and specialization-specific courses like "Climate and Society" or "Earth and Climate Physics."
- Restricted elective courses (30-37.5 ECTS) chosen from topics related to climate change science, policy, ethics, economy, modeling, and adaptation.
- Elective courses (15-22.5 ECTS) providing flexibility to tailor the program.
- Master's thesis (30-45 ECTS) conducted in the final stage of the program.
Entry Requirement
Academic
You must have a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent from Danish or international universities.
Language
IELTS - 6.5/6
TOEFL - 83
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