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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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \n<\/jgu-base-buttonitem>\n\n<\/jgu-base-button>\n\n\n

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Our studies managers are your first contact point for any questions regarding your program of study at the faculty. Do you have questions about planning your program of study or organizing the modules in the course sequence? Would you like to complete registration for modules in Jogustine? Are you thinking about changing your degree program? We\u2019re here to provide advising! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Student Services<\/strong> 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \n<\/jgu-base-buttonitem>\n\n<\/jgu-base-button>\n\n

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    There are many questions related to a program of study. The Student Advisory Center (ZSB) is the first contact point at JGU for all questions relating to the program of study. You can find all information on service times and advisory services on the ZSB website in the program of study portal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \n<\/jgu-base-buttonitem>\n\n<\/jgu-base-button>\n\n

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      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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Geography is a natural science of the earth and a cultural science of everyday society and is concerned with physical and social environments. Geography strives to describe, analyze and understand natural-spatial and socio-economic processes and interrelationships between the given compartments of the earth and humans in order to plan and shape future developments. The special features and strengths of geography therefore lie in the synergetic combination of natural and social science perspectives and methods. On the one hand, physical processes and structures on the earth's surface and in the atmosphere are analyzed from a natural science perspective (in sub-disciplines such as Geography and Climate, Geomorphology and Soil Geography) and on the other hand, spaces are examined as a social phenomenon from a social and Cultural Studies perspective (in sub-disciplines such as Social, Settlement and Economic Geography). During the program of study, topics from all areas of geography are covered. The connection with contextual subjects such as geology, archaeology, sociology or botany allows for a more in-depth approach to certain research questions with the help of neighboring sciences and thus enables a view beyond the contents of the usual sub-disciplines of geography. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The goal of the program of study<\/strong> is to provide a solid foundational education in the subject of geography. A key component of this is the integration of theoretical and practical instruction in the lecture hall, the laboratory, and in the field. Field days, internships, and study abroad programs are essential components of the program of study. Through an interdisciplinary approach, students develop the ability to identify, analyze, and evaluate environmental and spatial issues. Students acquire the ability to independently gather and organize academic information, as well as to apply their knowledge and skills in practical contexts. Students acquire knowledge of the relevant disciplinary frameworks and terminology of the subfields of geography (Physical Geography and Human Geography) as well as of the interdisciplinary integration area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Our studies managers are your first contact point for any questions regarding your program of study at the faculty. Do you have questions about planning your program of study or organizing the modules in the course sequence? Would you like to complete registration for modules in Jogustine? Are you thinking about changing your degree program? We\u2019re here to provide advising! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Student Services<\/strong> 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

      There are many questions related to a program of study. The Student Advisory Center (ZSB) is the first contact point at JGU for all questions relating to the program of study. You can find all information on service times and advisory services on the ZSB website in the program of study portal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

      On the Studying at JGU <\/strong>portal, you can find information on funding options for your studies and the various scholarship options, including a Deutschlandstipendium, a scholarship for gifted students, target group-oriented or earmarked scholarships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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