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The Master's enables you to view rural regions holistically in their diversity and complexity. In numerous exercises, excursions and project work, the multi-layered regional interplay of landscape, landscape use and society is taught. Knowledge from the natural, planning and social sciences is integrated for this purpose. The degree programme offers you the opportunity to develop your own profile. From the second semester onwards, you can choose between three specialisations: Environmental Education/Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), Biodiversity (Bio) and Individual Profile (Ind.).

Modules per semester

In the first semester, introductory courses on sustainable regional development lay the foundations for understanding regions, sustainability, education and nature conservation (compulsory).

Different approaches and fields of action on the topic of biodiversity and nature conservation are taught, and differences between a dynamic and static approach are explained. The module also deals with protection requirements and utilisation claims as well as the various protection concepts. In addition, the module takes up a specific topic area (e.g. wind power) and analyses its acceptance and success.

Students learn to recognise the characteristics and endogenous potentials of regions. They can then assess the driving forces that affect regions and evaluate instruments in terms of their impact on regional development processes.

In this module, environmental education concepts are analysed and classified. You will be able to design environmental psychological interventions based on theoretical and empirical findings. This module is spread over two sub-modules: Fundamentals of Environmental Education/Education for Sustainable Development and Environmental Psychology in the Context of Educational Work.

The students get to know the legal and political framework in which state-supported regional development takes place in Europe. They know their intervention logic, the institutions involved and can critically assess both. In addition, aspects of economic promotion and private sector support in regional development are addressed and discussed.

The aim of the module is to develop with the group a "common language" and a shared understanding of concepts and terms of sustainable development in order to develop a common frame of reference for sustainable regional development.

In the second semester, the focus is on teaching methodological skills. Here, moderation techniques and the design of participation procedures are practised and spatial planning procedures are penetrated. You will also learn about sustainability transformations in theory and practice. Two compulsory elective modules are planned for the second semester.

This module deals with actors who influence the shaping of rural development. The students penetrate the perspectives and action logics of different groups of actors. The students receive moderation training and deal with different participation methods.

The system of spatial planning in Germany and the environmental assessment procedures for spatially relevant projects are covered. The students know the effects of renewable energies (RE) on the landscape. They are able to formulate and address requirements for a landscape-compatible expansion of RE and for climate adaptation measures.

In the module, students deal with a fundamental change towards sustainability - a sustainability transformation - at regional level. They get to know transformation theories and deal with concrete sustainability projects of regional development (e.g. in biosphere reserves).

The students learn to acquire and process spatial (environmental) data by means of practical exercises in the context of cross-sectional topics of the degree programme. In this module they can plan their own projects.

The students are enabled to assess and evaluate the current state of wetlands. They learn forms of renaturation of old and the development of new qualities or to maintain the condition against the background of climate change adaptation and protection. Sets of methods and guidelines are taught.

The students plan and develop an educational concept in the context of sustainable development in groups. They will implement and reflect on this concept at the end of the module.

Students deal with nature conservation management inside and outside protected areas: They learn about nature conservation strategies and their implementation, from practical individual measures for nature conservation and landscape management to large-scale management approaches in terrestrial and aquatic areas. Within the framework of field exercises and excursions to selected projects, they have contact with different actors and move within different framework conditions.

The students learn to design, analyse and classify tourism and environmental education concepts in rural areas.

The module is divided into two sub-modules: 1) Tourism in rural areas (ESD, Ind), 2a) Cultural Landscape (Ind) and 2b) Non-formal Environmental Education in Leisure /Interpretation (ESD).

Students are enabled to understand agro-ecological interrelations, political framework conditions and potentials of different agroforestry systems. They learn to assess and evaluate these systems with regard to their practical feasibility.

The Special Elective Modules (syn. Special Topic) I and II, can be completed in other Master's programmes at the HNEE and at other universities. The following regulations apply to both modules: The modules mentioned must have a content-related connection to the chosen field of study of the Master's programme NaRegio and comprise at least the same amount in ECTS credit points (6 ECTS credit points). Students submit information about this to the person responsible for the module before the registration procedure of the compulsory elective modules of the HNEE. The person responsible for the module then checks and, if necessary, confirms the suitability of the selected module. The student forwards the confirmation together with the proof of the examination performance to the examination office on his/her own responsibility.

Individual modules, here in particular the compulsory elective modules "Special Topic I" and "Special Topic II", can be completed in other Master's degree programmes at the Eberswalde University of Applied Sciences and at partner universities. The following regulations apply to both modules: The modules mentioned must have a content-related connection to the Master's degree programme "Sustainable Regional Development" and comprise at least the same scope in ECTS credit points. The student submits information about this to the person responsible for the module. The person responsible for the module then confirms the suitability of the selected module. The student forwards this to the examination office on his/her own responsibility together with the proof of the examination performance.

The special topics can be recognised for one of the three fields of study, provided they have a profile-forming effect in terms of content. The lecturers responsible for the fields of study (Environmental Education - Prof. Molitor / Biodiversity Management - Prof. Stöckmann / Individual Profiling - Prof. Peters) decide on the creditability.

Additional information on the Special Elective Modules I and II

In the third semester, students work in small groups on a comprehensive project of sustainable regional development with and for partners from practice. Three elective modules are planned for the third semester.

In this module, students independently carry out methodically guided project work in groups (4-6 students). Current topics are worked on in cooperation with practice partners throughout the semester and selected by the students before the start of each lecture period. Theoretical focuses are the four levels of holistic project design, methods of project planning and project management.

Students deal with nature advice for agriculture and other land users. They deal with measures for the conservation and promotion of biodiversity in the cultural landscape. The students know the current monitoring programmes in the context of nature conservation and the requirements for them.

In addition to the basics of adult education, application-oriented contents are taught in this module. The students learn to be able to analyse these with reference to sustainable development.

The students are enabled to implement complex issues around the application areas of geoinformation systems. Through practical exercises, they learn to design, implement, commission and review research and development projects.

Students understand the connections between management practices in - especially agricultural - land use systems and biodiversity. They learn biological and ecological basics of nature-friendly land use and different approaches to achieve nature conservation goals.

The aim of the module is that students are able to use participatory methods of education for sustainable development. Participation methods are taught in theory and practice.

The students get to know two practice-related tasks in more detail: 1. basics and instruments of public relations as well as suitable strategies of public communication in a regional context.

2. basics of location marketing, requirements for sustainable location marketing and suitable instruments for its implementation.

The Special Elective Modules (syn. Special Topic) I and II, can be completed in other Master's programmes at the HNEE and at other universities. The following regulations apply to both modules: The modules mentioned must have a content-related connection to the chosen field of study of the Master's programme NaRegio and comprise at least the same amount in ECTS credit points (6 ECTS credit points). Students submit information about this to the person responsible for the module before the registration procedure of the compulsory elective modules of the HNEE. The person responsible for the module then checks and, if necessary, confirms the suitability of the selected module. The student forwards the confirmation together with the proof of the examination performance to the examination office on his/her own responsibility.

Individual modules, here in particular the compulsory elective modules "Special Topic I" and "Special Topic II", can be completed in other Master's degree programmes at the Eberswalde University of Applied Sciences and at partner universities. The following regulations apply to both modules: The modules mentioned must have a content-related connection to the Master's degree programme "Sustainable Regional Development" and must comprise at least the same scope in ECTS credit points. The student submits information about this to the person responsible for the module. The person responsible for the module then confirms the suitability of the selected module. The student forwards this to the examination office on his/her own responsibility together with the proof of the examination performance.

The special topics can be recognised for one of the three fields of study, provided they have a profile-forming effect in terms of content. The lecturers responsible for the fields of study (Environmental Education - Prof. Molitor / Biodiversity Management - Prof. Stöckmann / Individual Profiling - Prof. Peters) decide on the creditability.

Additional information on the Special Elective Modules I and II

In the fourth semester, the Master's thesis is written and accompanying courses are attended.

Preparation of a Master's thesis.

  • Characteristics of social-ecological research
  • Phases in the research process
  • Survey methods and data evaluation
  • Interpretation of results and dissemination into practice

Critical reflection on student research designs.

After graduation

Career prospects

Based on the broad professional and methodological training, you can set focal points within the framework of the various modules, but also with the project work and the topic of your Master's thesis, in order to prepare yourself for different professional fields.

Specialisation options

Graduates of the specialisation 'Environmental Education/Education for Sustainable Development' have skills and competences for the development and evaluation of environmental education and ESD programmes and activities, they know education and quality management processes and can classify and design education processes in the context of regional development.

In the specialisation 'Biodiversity Management in the Cultural Landscape', students develop projects and strategies based on nature conservation expertise, with which biodiversity is preserved and developed in the various forms of use in the landscape and in land management.

Graduates of the specialisation 'Individual Profile' have a wide range of competences. They can qualify in the field of regional management or deepen selected aspects of sustainable regional development.

Prospects / job profiles

The students prepare themselves for a wide range of occupational fields with a regional connection. In modules, with the project work and the Master's thesis, they can set specific focal points and try out practical approaches. This results in the following career opportunities, among others: Regional management, consultant in regional planning associations, employee in regional economic development, expert or consultant in planning offices and institutes, consultant in nature and environmental protection authorities, employee in environmental and nature conservation associations, political consultancy.

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Application deadline
Summer semester: 1.12. to 15.1. (only possible for higher semesters)
Winter semester: 1.6. to 5.9.

 

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Proof of a first university degree with at least 180 ECTS credits (Bachelor's degree, Diplom, Magister, Master's degree, state examination), provided that in-depth knowledge and methodological-practical skills in landscape science and ecology, knowledge of sustainable use, planning and protection of the cultural landscape and its resources as well as knowledge of nature conservation were taught. This includes, in particular, courses of study in the following disciplines:

  • Landscape management and planning, landscape architecture, landscape ecology
  • Environmental and spatial planning
  • Nature conservation, environmental sciences (except environmental engineering)
  • Ecology, biology, geoecology
  • Geography
  • Agricultural and forestry sciences, horticulture, water management
  • Teaching profession for the above-mentioned fields of science, provided that both teaching subjects from the above-mentioned fields of science have been taken.
  • Certificate and diploma of the university degree (alternatively proof of achievement with at least 150 ECTS and provisional average grade).
  • School and professional career (curriculum vitae in tabular form)
  • If available: Certificates, references, employer's references or proof of employment.
  • Module overview according to Annex 2 of the Study and Examination Regulations for 30 ECTS credit points acquired in the areas of:
    • Landscape science and landscape planning
    • Ecology including knowledge of species, terrain methods, especially biotope mapping
    • Sustainable use and protection of cultural landscapes
    • Resource protection including nature conservation

Application deadline

Summer semester: 1.11. to 1.12. (only possible for higher semesters)
Winter semester: 1.4. to 5.9.

 

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If you have obtained your degree abroad, then - regardless of your citizenship - do not apply directly to our university, but via the application portal of uni-assist e.V. This is a service point for the preliminary examination of international study applications for many universities in Germany . The uni-assist website will inform you about the application procedure. Please also note the country information on the uni-assist portal.

If your application is complete and meets the formal admission requirements, uni-assist will forward your application to our university. After importing your application into our application portal, you will receive an email with access data to the HNEE application portal so that you can follow up on the status of your application.

Proof of a first university degree with at least 180 ECTS credits (Bachelor's degree, Diplom, Magister, Master's degree, state examination), provided that in-depth knowledge and methodological-practical skills in landscape science and ecology, knowledge of sustainable use, planning and protection of the cultural landscape and its resources as well as knowledge of nature conservation were taught. This includes, in particular, courses of study in the following disciplines:

  • Landscape conservation and planning, landscape architecture, landscape ecology
  • Environmental and spatial planning
  • Nature conservation, environmental sciences (except environmental engineering)
  • Ecology, biology, geoecology
  • Geography
  • Agricultural and forestry sciences, horticulture, water management
  • Teaching qualification for the above-mentioned fields of science, provided that both teaching subjects from the above-mentioned fields of science have been taken.

Furthermore, applicants with a foreign educational biography must additionally prove German language skills at level C1 (according to the "Common European Framework of Reference" - CEFR).

You can find this information on the website of uni-assistwebsite to check whether you meet the formal requirements.

The following application documents must be uploaded exclusively via the uni-assist application portal. Please note that this list cannot be complete and further documents may be requested.

  • Copy of the university degree certificate incl. grade point average and Transcript of Records (see also Country information uni-assist)
  • Copy of the university entrance qualification
  • Other certificates relevant to the Master's entrance qualification (e.g. certificate of the Academic Evaluation Centre for applications from China, India, Mongolia or Vietnam, proof of having passed the university entrance examination) If available: Certificates, references, employer references or proof of employment.
  • Module overview according to Annex 2 of the Study and Examination Regulations for 30 ECTS credit points acquired in the areas of:
    • Landscape science and landscape planning
    • Ecology including knowledge of species, terrain methods, especially biotope mapping
    • Sustainable use and protection of cultural landscapes
    • Resource protection including nature conservation
  • in the case of foreign educational background: language certificate German C1 according to the "Common European Framework of Reference" - CEFR

Foreign certificates must be translated into German or English by a sworn translator.

Application deadline

Summer semester: 1.12. to 15.1.

Winter semester: 1.6. to 5.9.

 

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As a secondary student, you can only apply for modules in the corresponding semester. You can find an overview of the respective offers here. Please note that the modules offered, their dates and contents may be subject to change.

Students who are already enrolled at a university as a main auditor can be admitted to the Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde as a secondary auditor, depending on capacity. The condition is that simultaneous studies at both universities are possible (parallel studies) and that the chosen module is a meaningful addition to the studies taken up.

Adjunct students are not members of the Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde. They may take part in examinations with the consent of the respective examiners and in accordance with the respective examination regulations. The scope of the examinations may not lead to a degree in a degree programme. There is no legal entitlement to take these examinations. Further details are regulated by the applicable matriculation regulations of the Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde.

Formal applicationsare to be submitted during the application period by post or e-mailto the Student Services & International Office during the application period.

There is a fee for the secondary auditorium. The amount of the fee is based on the current fee schedule of the HNEE, the AStA and the Studentenwerk Frankfurt (Oder).

Application deadline

Summer semester: 1.12. to 15.1.

Winter semester: 1.6. to 15.7.

 

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As a guest student, you can only apply for modules in the corresponding semester. You can find an overview of the respective offers here. Please note that the modules offered, their dates and contents may be subject to change.

As a rule, an application for guest auditor status must be submitted to the Student Services Department prior to the start of the course (Guest auditor application).

Persons who are not matriculated can be admitted to courses up to 8 semester weeks as guest auditors without proof of university entrance qualification within the scope of the available educational capacity.

As a rule, guest auditors are subject to a fee. No fees are charged to students. Guest auditors for interested persons with a refugee background are free of charge.

Participation in the courses in the corresponding teaching areas is confirmed in writing. Participation in examinations is excluded.

Formal applications are to be submitted during the application period by post or e-mailto the Student Services & International Office during the application period.

Detailed information on how to apply can be found at the International Office.

 

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FAQ on application and admission

If the number of applications is expected to exceed the number of available study places, a degree programme is offered with limited admission. The study places are awarded to the applicants in a selection procedure. Several ranking lists are created. The average grade or waiting period of the most recently admitted applicant determines the selection limit for the respective year.
Here you can find the selection limits for last year's restricted-admission degree programmes:
Selection thresholds for degree programmes with restricted admissions in previous years

No, you can only apply for one degree programme at our university. You are welcome to consult with us at an early stage to find out which degree programme might be the most suitable for you. Please contact us viae-mailto make an appointment. Consultations are possible by telephone, online and in person.

If the Fachhochschulreife consists of a school-based and a practical part, an application is only possible when both parts have been completed. If, for example, the practical part ends after the application deadline, an application is only possible the following year.
If you are applying for a Master's degree programme, we require a certificate of achievement from your university showing at least 150 ECTS, the provisional average grade and the expected end of studies.

Notifications of admission, rejection or exclusion are made available in the online application portal. At the same time, information on this is sent to the e-mail address stored in the applicant account.
Notifications for degree programmes with restricted admission are usually sent out two to four weeks after the end of the application period for the respective degree programme. Further information on notifications for admission-restricted degree programmes in coordination with Hochschulstart (DOSV) can be found here.
In the case of an application for a degree programme with open admissions, the notification will be sent promptly after the application has been reviewed.

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