Many subject-related questions are connected with a degree program. This page provides all further information on the organization, such as the program structure, module offerings and detailed module descriptions. In addition, the important forms for the registration of your master’s thesis are compiled here. Are you also looking for individual advice? Are you already familiar with our Academic Advisory Service? You can find your responsible adviser in the service area of this page.

Beginning of studies from WS 2025/26

Beginning of studies from WS 2024/25

Begin of studies starting from the winter semester 2022/23

Begin of studies startig from the winter semester 2016/17

A Bachelor of Science in Geography opens up a wide range of career prospects in various sectors. Graduates can work in areas such as environmental and nature conservation, urban and spatial planning, transportation and infrastructure development or geographic information systems (GIS). Further employment opportunities arise in market and location analysis, tourism and regional development as well as in disaster prevention and climate impact research. In addition, careers in science and research, the public service, consulting companies or international organizations are also on offer. The interdisciplinary training and the combination of natural and social science methods make geographers particularly flexible and adaptable on the job market.

Our study managers are the first contact point for all questions relating to your study program at the faculty. Do you have questions about planning your studies and the organization of the modules in the program structure? Would you like to log in to modules and register in Jogustine? Are you considering changing degree program? We’ll advise you!

Head of Student Advising Office

Examination Office & Course Management

First letter of your surname A-Z + all outgoings within the B.Sc. program:

Student Services is your first contact point for advising you on general questions relating to applications and the program of study at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU). Please visit the program of study portal for further information during service hours.

There are many questions associated with studying. The Student Advisory Center (ZSB) is the first point of contact at JGU for all questions relating to studying. All information on service hours and advisory services can be found on the ZSB website in the Portal Studium.

On JGU’s Program of Study portal, you can find information on funding options for your studies and the various fellowship options, including a Deutschlandstipendium, a scholarship for gifted students, target group-oriented or earmarked scholarships.