MA/MS in Integrated Climate System Sciences

This interdisciplinary master's program draws together the full range of disciplines involved in climate research to build a holistic picture of the Earth's climate system. Students learn to analyse the drivers behind climate variability and change, together with the resulting consequences for societies and how those societies adapt in response. Because assessing the climate and earth system increasingly calls for cross-disciplinary expertise, the program was developed to meet a growing need for scientists and climate specialists who can bridge traditional subject boundaries, moving beyond conventional single-subject teaching with specially designed interdisciplinary coursework. Class sizes are capped at twenty, the program holds ASIIN re-accreditation, and graduates report strong outcomes: a large share go on to pursue a PhD, a smaller share move into development cooperation or industry, and most secure suitable employment within six months of graduating.