Sustainable Chemistry
FsB vom 05.03.2026
Please note that the subject-specific regulations for the master course Sustainable Chemistry dated 05.03.2026 will not come into force until the winter semester 2026/27: You can apply for a study place on this master's course for the first time for the winter semester 2026/27.
The English-taught Master's degree programme in Sustainable Chemistry at Bielefeld University provides the chemical know-how for the transformation to a sustainable way of life. The curriculum includes among other things energy conversion and storage, climate, sustainable materials, planetary boundaries and nutrition. Interships and projects ensure practical relevance. The degree programme at Bielefeld University is characterised by its clear focus on central issues of sustainability. The focus is on the development and application of chemical knowledge, supplemented among other things by life cycle assessment and courses from the social sciences, humanities and Law on social responsibility and ethics - for a reflective, holistic perspective.
Students are expected to have an interest in science, analytical thinking, the ability to work in a team, a willingness to take responsibility, curiosity about sustainable solutions and an awareness of ecological and social challenges.
During their studies, students acquire skills in research, environmental analysis, sustainable process development and interdisciplinary collaboration and communication.
Graduates have a wide range of career opportunities in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry, in environmental management, in research institutions and in consulting firms. The degree programme also enables graduates to actively promote sustainable development, for example in government agencies and non-profit organisations. The degree also qualifies graduates for a doctorate and a career in research at universities and non-university research institutions.
English-language course
English-language course
This course is an English-language degree programme that can only be studied entirely in English. This degree programme is not available in German. Further information and advice can be found on the website of the subject
Sustainable Chemistry
and on the information page on international courses at Bielefeld University.
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 4 semesters. Information on studying part time can be found on the following webpage.
The studies Sustainable Chemistry comprise 120 credit points.
Access requirements
Access requirements
Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.
In any case, please read the specific Admission requirements for this Masters programme in the Subject-specific regulations (PDF).
Degrees from accredited Bachelor programmes at German ‘Berufsakademien’ are equivalent to Bachelor degrees from universities.
Applicants with a university degree obtained abroad are granted access provided that the degree they have acquired is deemed sufficient for this purpose and they can provide evidence of the required language skills.
Further information on required language skills
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Application, admission and enrolment 1
Application, admission and enrolment
The study places for this degree programme are subject to local admission restrictions (numerus clausus). You need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines.
As soon as you receive a positive response in the application and status portal (notice of access from the faculty) and receive your admission notice from the Student Office, you can submit your application for enrolment within the set deadline.
Step by step to a Master programme with NC
To the application portal
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Further links
Further links
Internet pages of the subject Sustainable Chemistry
Internet pages of the responsible institution(s):
Faculty of Chemistry 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
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Show all course versions List of modules (study content) Programme of lectures (eKVV) Examination and Study Regulations for the Master's Programme Subject-specific regulations (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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