About the degree program
Do you want to make a contribution to solving pressing environmental problems? In the Bachelor of Environmental Sciences, you will deal with the major challenges of our time: from the destruction of valuable soils and the climate crisis to the endangered biodiversity of our ecosystems.
During your studies, you will learn the scientific foundations for understanding and analyzing ecosystems. You will develop sustainable and innovative solutions based on the latest ecological and process engineering approaches. The combination of theory and practice prepares you perfectly to work at the interface of science, business and society. This qualification will enable you to develop solutions for a liveable and sustainable future.
Versatile qualification for environmentally relevant challenges
The Bachelor's degree course in Environmental Sciences at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is characterized by a well thought-out combination of practical relevance, interdisciplinarity and individual design options. Natural and environmental sciences are combined with technical, legal and economic aspects.
This is what makes your studies with us special:
- Broad knowledge from biology to environmental ethics
- Practical experience through excursions and laboratories
- Interdisciplinary approaches to complex problems
- Individual specialization options
- Personal support in small groups
Study details
The most important facts at a glance:
| faculty: | Natural and Environmental Sciences |
| Location: | Zittau |
| Degree: | Bachelor of Science |
| Standard duration of study: | 7 semesters |
| ECTS credits: | 210 |
| Language of instruction: | German |
| Enrolment for: | Winter semester |
| Application period: May 1 through September 30 | Start of studies: October |
| Admission restrictions: | No admission restrictions (no NC) Details |
| No prerequisite internship | Go to Academic Advising |
| Accreditation status: | Accredited |
Course of study
Your studies begin with basic science subjects, which provide you with a solid foundation for later specializations. In the first semester, you will learn the basics of chemistry, biology and mathematics.
In the second semester, you will deepen your scientific knowledge with subjects such as hydrobiology, water protection, physics and soil science. You will learn about the different environmental compartments and their interactions and develop a deeper understanding of ecological relationships.
From the third semester onwards, you will begin your chosen specialization. In Ecosystem Analysis and Nature Conservation, you will deal with animal systematics, species conservation, ecophysiology and the effects of climate change. If you choose Environmental Protection and Material Flow Management, you will focus on life cycle assessment, energy process analysis and production-integrated environmental protection.
In the fourth and fifth semesters, you will expand your knowledge in areas such as environmental and sustainability management, climatology, hydrology and applied environmental law. The sixth semester is reserved for your practical semester, during which you will gain valuable work experience and put your theoretical knowledge into practice. The degree is completed in the seventh semester with an interdisciplinary project module on eco-innovations, climate protection and your Bachelor's thesis.
- Research, project planning, cooperation
- Mathematics - Basics
- Basics of chemistry
- General biology
- Lecture series: Environmental and nature conservation topics
- Hydrobiology and water protection
- Mathematics for natural sciences
- Physics for environmental sciences
- Water: physical-chemical basics
- Soil science
- Special biology
- Principles of ecology
- Mapping and GIS
- Environmental, energy and climate protection law
- Fundamentals of process engineering
In-depth ecosystem analysis and nature conservation (N):
- Animal systematics and species protection
- Ecophysiology and climate change
Specialization in environmental protection and material flow management (U):
- Life cycle assessment and energetic process analysis
- Production-integrated environmental protection (PIUS)
- Fundamentals of meteorology, climatology and hydrology
- Environmental and sustainability management
- Ethics and applied environmental law
- Microbiology with practical course
Specialization in ecosystem analysis and nature conservation (N):
- Vegetation science and biotope protection
- Complex practical course in ecology
Specialization in environmental protection and material flow management (U):
- Bioeconomy
- Air, water and soil pollution control
- Interdisciplinary skills
- Practical computer science (statistics for ecologists)
- Ecosystem science
Specialization in ecosystem analysis and nature conservation (N):
- Nature conservation and landscape management
- Bio- and environmental analytics
Specialization in environmental protection and material flow management (U):
- Alternative raw materials and raw material sources
- Energy and material flow management
- Practical semester
- Scientific work (video course and consultation)
- Interdisciplinary project module: Eco-innovations
- Technical and nature-based solutions for climate protection
- Ecotoxicology/environmental pollutants
- Final module (Bachelor thesis and defense)
Specialization in ecosystem analysis and nature conservation (N):
- Rhizosphere chemistry
Specialization in environmental protection and material flow management (U):
- Climate protection management in organizations
Career opportunities
Professional areas where you can get started
Nature conservation and ecosystem management
You actively contribute to the protection and restoration of habitats. You can plan and implement monitoring programs to record biodiversity or develop management plans for nature conservation areas to ensure the sustainable preservation of valuable ecosystems.
Public service and political consulting
You will work in environmental ministries or government agencies and contribute to the development of environmental laws and guidelines. You will also have the opportunity to advise governments or NGOs on environmental and climate policy and thus actively contribute to shaping a sustainable future.
Sustainability management and environmental consulting
You will support companies or municipalities in the development of climate protection and sustainability strategies. Your tasks may include the preparation of sustainability reports and life cycle assessments as well as the development of innovative concepts for the circular economy and bioeconomy.
Environmental and climate protection technology
You can expect exciting tasks such as the development and optimization of environmentally friendly technologies. You can analyze and reduce material flows in industrial companies, use renewable energies or make production processes more efficient and sustainable.
Research and development
You will work on interdisciplinary projects on topics such as biodiversity, climate change and environmental protection. You can develop new materials or technologies that make a decisive contribution to protecting our environment and overcoming global challenges.
Environmental education and communication
You impart environmental knowledge to various target groups and raise awareness of ecological issues. You will develop creative educational concepts and campaigns that get people excited about environmental protection and motivate them to act responsibly.
What our students say about the Bachelor's degree program in Environmental Sciences
- Module handbook (course content and procedure)
- Program flyer
- Application information
- Website of the Faculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences
Your contact persons
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Our promise to you
Studying in the wild east?
Studying with us is different. Above all, it's better. Why? We have a family atmosphere. There are small study groups and the lecturers are always there for you. There is a close connection to practice in all degree courses. And finding affordable accommodation is no problem here.
There are many other reasons, such as university sports or the student representatives, clubs and societies. Campus life in Zittau and Görlitz - the wild east - is unique.