Bachelor of Science - Earth Sciences and Sustainable Management of Environmental Resources
Constructor University's BSc in Earth Sciences and Sustainable Management of Environmental Resources emphasizes Earth-surface phenomena and processes in an interdisciplinary science degree. Our pupils learn about the biosphere, atmosphere, oceans, land masses, and human impact on the Earth's surface. The ESSMER program is built on chemistry, math, physics, and economics. Geochemistry, geodata analysis, data management, and sustainable economics are integrated with geology, environmental science, and digital geoscience. The modular curriculum allows for excellent integration of optional supplemental courses from the social sciences, like economics and management, and the life sciences, including biochemistry, cell biology, and microbiology. This unique framework highlights the need to understand environmental concerns holistically and from chemistry, physics, and economics perspectives.
ESSMER graduates are prepared to address current issues and research questions, such as the ethical and sustainable exploitation of natural resources, Earth's climate and ocean levels, the scientific processing and analysis of massive amounts of digital Earth data, and urgent human-caused environmental issues. The ESSMER curriculum is ideal for active, outdoors-loving students who care about Earth, its dynamics, and human impact. They should also consider the economic impact of their acts and seek to solve pressing real-world issues.
- Fundamentals of Earth Sciences
- Environmental Systems and Global Change
- Geochemistry of Environmental Systems
- Physics of Planet Earth
- Natural Resources and Hazards
- Advanced Field Laboratories
- Finance and Sustainable Management of Natural Risks
- Sustainability and Infrastructure Investments
- Economics of Environmental Resources
During their third year, students prepare and make decisions about their career path after graduation. To explore available choices and to gain professional experience, students undertake a mandatory summer internship. The third year of studies allows ESSMER students to take Specialization modules within their discipline, but also focuses on the responsibility of students beyond their discipline.
The 5th semester also opens a mobility window for a diverse range of study abroad options. Finally, the 6th semester is dedicated to fostering the students’ research experience by involving them in an extended Bachelor thesis project.
Fee for two semesters (1 year) is 20,000 EUR for international students:
Fees up to (University Fees, Semester Ticket)* — 600 EUR.
*All fees are subject to change and this information sheet should be considered a guide only.
Requirements for applicants
- Recommendation letter (from a teacher, counselor, chancellor, or principal)
- Official or certified copies of high school transcripts (last 2-3 years of transcripts)
- Educational history form
You must complete 'Additional High School Information' in the Common App's 'Questions' section. Here you must attach an Educational History Form listing all the schools you've attended up to now.
- Standardized testing (sat/act)
If your high school diploma doesn't grant you straight entrance to a German institution, SAT/ACT may be required for enrollment. University doesn't require test scores from Abitur graduates. If you don't submit a standardized test, your application will be evaluated based on your personal essay, recommendations, academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and application presentation.
- Language proficiency test
Test scores might show a non-native speaker's English skills. You'll get a waiver if:
- natural English speakers;
- trained entirely in English for at least 6 years;
- 600 or higher on Evidence-Based Reading and Writing;
- 9 or higher on ACT Writing.
- Motivation statement
About the university
Constructor University is one of the most internationally focused educational institutions in the globe and is located in Bremen, Germany. Since its inception in 2001, the university has attracted a diverse and talented student body from all corners of the globe.
More than 1,500 undergraduate and graduate students from more than 110 countries are presently residing on campus and being prepared for a global career in business and science.
Constructor University has a wide range of degrees that combine different fields of study, from the natural sciences, math, and engineering to the social sciences and economics.
Classes are small, and each professor works as a mentor and academic advisor for each student. From the first year of school, students are interested in research. Constructor University students learn to be responsible global citizens who can use the skills they've learned to make a change in the world.
Mission and goals
University goal is to inspire young, talented people, regardless of nationality, religion, or background, to become global citizens who can assume leadership and responsibility for the future sustainable and peaceful development of humanity through academic education, intensive support, and living together on an international campus.
From this mission statement, Constructor University has deduced four key goals for its educational profile:
- Quality is achieved, in part, by early student involvement in research projects, multidisciplinary instruction, and individualized academic mentoring.
- Individual development the development of social and self-competence in a diverse community.
- Interculturality fostering intercultural competence by residing on a campus with students from more than 110 different countries and learning there.
- Competence building providing the specialized and transdisciplinary skills necessary for a successful career in business or science.