Module: Master’s Thesis Earth System Science (1200-500)

Persons:

• Prof. Dr. Volker Wulfmeyer (verantwortlich)

Degree Program:

• Earth System Science (Master, since 01.10.2013)
  4. Semester, compulsory
• Earth and Climate System Science (Master, since 01.10.2017)
  4. Semester, compulsory

Prerequisites for Attendance:

Successful completion of modules in the amount of 78 credits.

Sprache:

English

ECTS:

30 credits

Frequency:

every semester

Length of the Module:

1 semester

Module examination:

Master's thesis

Workload:

900 h

Professional competences:

After completion of the master thesis the students understand sub-components of the Earth system by inter- or transdisciplinary research, e.g., from atmospheric, agricultural, economic or social sciences. The studied interactions and feedbacks in these components either by measurements and their analyses, coupled modeling or data assimilation or combinations of these. They are able to understand the key processes in these systems and their interactions. They are able to present and to discuss their results at scientific conferences and in the public.

Key competences:

- System analysis
- System observations by synergies of instruments
- System modeling
- Competence to present their work in a comprehensive and concise manner.

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