Environmental Sciences Bachelor with One Core Subject (Academic)
FsB vom 16.05.2023
Against the backdrop of pressing current environmental problems such as the loss of biodiversity, global warming, the problem of pollutants and neobiota, scientific research and solutions to environmental problems have become increasingly important. Students of Environmental Sciences are involved in researching biological-ecological as well as chemical and physical principles that are relevant to the sustainable organisation of the relationship between humans and nature.
However, in order to implement findings effectively in practice, they must also be incorporated into corresponding laws, regulations and instructions. This requires both environmental biology and legal knowledge. For this purpose, Bielefeld University offers a unique degree program in Environmental Sciences that combines a variety of subjects. The programme requires an interest in biological, chemical and physical topics as well as an openness and interest in juridical content and issues and their application in an environmental context. The degree programme offers a solid foundation in environmental biology, but also knowledge in environmental chemistry, environmental physics and, in particular, environmental law.
Graduates can either deepen their university education after completing their Bachelor's degree or they may immediately enter the workforce. Possible employers include research institutions such as universities and colleges, nature and environmental protection organisations and agencies, planning and expert offices or companies and industry.
The courses
The courses
You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.
An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.
Formalities / Important information
Course start
Length and scope of studies
Length and scope of studies
The standard period of studies is 6 semesters. Information on studying part time can be found on the following webpage.
The studies Bachelor with One Core Subject (Academic) Environmental Sciences comprise 180 credit points.
Find out about the academic structure model and note the rules regarding the individual supplementary area.
Access requirements
Access requirements
Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
Application, admission and enrolment 1
Application, admission and enrolment
The study places are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines. Afterwards, however, you can submit your application for enrolment directly in the application and status portal, provided that you meet the access requirements.
Step by step to a bachelor programme without NC
To the application portal
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
Further links
Further links
Internet pages of the subject Environmental Sciences
Internet pages of the responsible institution(s):
Faculty of Biology with the courses offered
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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2025/26 and summer semester 2026.
Information on NC values from previous years - academic
- "technical" degree programme; no option for teaching profession available here.
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Show all course versions List of modules (study content) Programme of lectures (eKVV) Examination and Study Regulations for the Bachelor's Programme Subject-specific regulations (PDF) Quality report Environmental Sciences (PDF)All contact persons for the subject:
Student Counselling Service Academic Student Counselling Service Examination Office Contact Point for Credit Recognition Persons responsible for modules
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