Study structure

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General

A degree program consists of modules that are defined in the examination regulations and described in more detail in the module handbook. In terms of content and time, it makes sense to study these modules in a certain order. For each degree program, there is a sample study plan that shows you an ideal typical course. If you study in this way, you will be able to complete your studies in the standard period of study. This is not always possible, so there may be individual deviations from the suggested sequence. When planning, you should bear in mind that not every module is offered in the winter and summer semesters and that some modules necessarily build on each other or have other participation requirements. The student advisor will support you in the individual organization of your studies.

Overview

The basic modules teach fundamental theoretical and methodological knowledge about sustainability. You will receive an introduction to:

  • central terms, theories and concepts of sustainability science,
  • basic methods of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary sustainability research,
  • social conflicts and legal disputes in the field of sustainability,
  • the connection between sustainability and transformation processes.
  • In addition, students learn the techniques of scientific work.

Description and overview of basic modules

The cluster modules deal with specific challenges and needs of the socio-ecological transformation. You will deal with four central topics:

  1. Land use, food, biodiversity and environmental quality - effects of human intervention on ecosystems and solution strategies for sustainable use.
  2. Justice and solidarity in the context of inequalities and diversity - social dimensions of sustainability, distribution issues and ethical aspects.
  3. Transformations of spaces and mobility - sustainable urban and spatial planning and mobility concepts.
  4. Earth system, climate change and energy transition - physical principles, climate policy and sustainable use of resources.

Description and overview of cluster modules

The practice-oriented project modules enable you to apply the knowledge you have acquired in interdisciplinary teams. You will work on sustainability-related issues and develop solutions for current challenges of socio-ecological transformation. You will learn

  • interdisciplinary project work and methods of sustainability research,
  • develop practical solutions for real-world problems,
  • get to know career prospects in the field of sustainability.
  • In addition, students present the project results to specialist groups and the public.

Description and overview of project modules

Students choose three focus areas from 31 possible specializations (54 ECTS credits in total). These focus on sustainability issues from a specific specialist perspective. Possible specializations:

  1. Human scientific prerequisites for sustainable development
  2. Human-nature relations (philosophy)
  3. Sustainability communication and social participation
  4. Sustainability communication in crisis discourses
  5. Sustainability communication on cultural norms and values
  6. Genesis and structures: sustainability concepts and nature relations
  7. Processes and consequences: Diversity, globalization and solidarity
  8. Actors and practices of socio-ecological transformations
  9. Sustainable, energy-efficient buildings
  10. The green, climate-friendly city
  11. Socially just urban development
  12. Biological principles of sustainability - molecular biology
  13. Biological principles of sustainability - ecology & botany
  14. Mathematical foundations for SDG considerations
  15. Sustainability in chemical-physical applications
  16. Ecological agricultural systems
  17. Organic agriculture and society
  18. Mobility and transportation
  19. Water management
  20. Sustainable material cycles and product life cycles
  21. Environmental economics
  22. Sustainability management
  23. Environmental sustainability law
  24. Social sustainability law
  25. Sustainability studies on electrical energy technology
  26. Computer science: people and society
  27. Artificial intelligence and data science
  28. Computer Science: Safety and Reliability
  29. Critical Sustainability in Art and Design
  30. Transformative project management
  31. Sustainability discourses and fields of action

Sample study plan

Study plan (example)

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