Wood Science
Qualification
: Master of ScienceFaculty
: Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences; Business AdministrationDuration
: 4 semestersTeaching language
: EnglishProgram start
: winter semester, Important semester datesApplication period
: 15.02. to 31.03.Admission restrictions
: yesTuition Fees
: none, but Semester contribution
Program description
The English-speaking, international MSc course of studies in Wood Science is a consecutive, research-oriented course, based upon fundamental knowledge of lignocellulose based bioresources and their ranges of application. It deepens the abilities of the students to the independent use of expertise, specifically for wood, to the independent research according scientific principles and in compliance with scientific methods, to the responsible classification of their knowledge in social contexts. The course of studies also imparts a successful development concerning cooperation, delegation and guidance to the students, including sufficient qualifications in structuring and decision-making. Thereby the graduates are able to take over a management role in economy
and research, as well as to develop themselves and the respective field
of application.
Career prospects
The versatility of this program is reflected in the professional prospects open to graduates. Career opportunities exist in the wood industry and wood trade, research and teaching, as well as the wood materials, paper and pulp industries. Wood scientists are employed in the timber trade and related industries. They also work as wood science experts and consultants.
Program structure
The program includes
- Compulsory Modules (Semester 1 - 3): e.g. Characteristics and grading of wood; Usage of timber as well as Project management and Accounting and Controlling
- Compulsory electives from the MA program (Semester 2 - 3), some in cooperation with Technical University Hamburg-Harburg. Students are also free to chose one project study as a replacement for one compulsory elective module
- Free electives that can also be chosen from other programs (Semester 2 - 3)
- and the MA thesis (Semester 4)
Additional information on degree program
Information on studying at Universität Hamburg
Applying
General admission requirements for all master’s degree programs:
Proof of first degree, language proficiency
Further details ...
Special admission requirements for this degree program:
Application requirements:
- a consecutive bachelor’s degree in "Holzwirtschaft" or "Bioressourcen-Nutzung" [wood science] from Universität Hamburg or
- a comparable degree with a curriculum that may receive credit in the bachelor’s degree in wood science
- proof of competency in English
Applying / Application procedure
In order to apply for this degree program, please use Universität Hamburg’s central online application platform STiNE. Here, you will also find further information about the application procedure. Go to online application platform...
Application period(s)
Applications are always possible for winter semester; the application period for the international master's programs runs from 15 February to 31 March of each year for winter semester (starting in October).
Selection criteria
If the number of applicants exceeds the number of places available, the following criteria are used for admission procedures: Selection Bylaws for the Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences
Contact
General academic advising
Universität Hamburg
Campus-Center
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Alsterterrasse 1, 20354 Hamburg
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Campus-Center
Zentrale Studienberatung und Psychologische Beratung
Alsterterrasse 1, 20354 Hamburg
Kontaktieren Sie die Zentrale Studienberatung hier
Homepage
Subject-specific advising
Studienbüro Holzwirtschaft [Academic Office at the Center for Wood Sciences] (German)
03. Mai 2024