Lukas (4th semester)
Q: What was the deciding factor for you to choose this degree program?
A: It was important for me to find a degree program that offered me different perspectives on environmental problems (climate change, biodiversity loss, etc.). The fact that I was able to gather impressions from environmental sciences, psychology, communication sciences and Business Studies and Economics on these sustainability topics at the same time in "People and the Environment" therefore appealed to me very much.
Q: Which profile line did you choose and why?
A: I chose the (environmental) psychology profile line. Mainly because I was already interested in psychology before I started studying. I also noticed in the basic psychology modules in the first semesters that the concepts and theories of environmental psychology really appealed to me. I had several inspiring "aha" moments, in which I understood a little better why people behave the way they do (sustainably).
Q: How do you perceive the interaction between students?
A: As we have a relatively small number of students compared to other degree programs (~35 per year), we know and help each other. It's also nice that the exchange with students from higher semesters works so well. So everyone works together to support each individual as well as possible and have a good time at the same time.
Q: How would you describe the relationship with the lecturers?
A: That depends very much on the course. In the (usually smaller) courses, where there are only people and environment students, the relationship is very personal. The lecturers know all the students by name and the seminars often feel like an exchange of ideas at eye level. In courses where we sit together with psychology students, for example, the groups are much larger and you get more of a classic "university feeling". I like the mixture of both.
Q: What surprised you positively?
A: I was very positively surprised by the way students and lecturers work together. As I started my studies straight from school, I still had very clear memories of frontal teaching, where the main thing was to absorb the teacher's knowledge. In contrast, I have the feeling that the seminars in "People and the Environment" are more about an exchange between students and lecturers at eye level. I enjoy this joint development of knowledge much more.
Q: What are your plans after your Bachelor's degree?
A: I haven't made a final decision yet. At the moment, however, I can well imagine doing a Master's in environmental psychology/sustainability psychology. It's a really exciting, relatively new and very relevant field that I would like to continue working in. After that, I would like to use the knowledge I have acquired to play my part in dealing with the pressing problems of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Clara (6th semester)
Q: What was the deciding factor for you in choosing this degree program?
A: I was particularly attracted by the special mix of environmental sciences, psychology and communication - a combination that you don't often find. I found it exciting how interdisciplinary the degree program is structured and that it addresses current topics such as sustainability and social change. The manageable size of the degree program also gave me a good feeling
Q: Which profile did you choose and why?
A: I chose the Communication profile line because I can imagine working in this field later on. The courses seemed practical and the type of examination (presentation or project) appealed to me.
Q: How do you perceive the interaction between the students?
A: The atmosphere is very open and informal - people know each other, support each other and often share similar values. The small group size quickly creates a sense of community. I also like the fact that there are people at different stages of life - that brings exciting perspectives to the exchange.
Q: How would you describe the relationship with the lecturers?
A: In many seminars, the relationship with the lecturers is very personal and appreciative - they make an effort and are open to exchange. In larger lectures, the contact remains more distant, but overall I find everyone to be friendly and helpful.
Q: What positively surprised you?
A: I was surprised at how many new perspectives and topics the course opened up that I probably wouldn't have dealt with otherwise. This diversity of content has significantly broadened my view of environmental and social issues.
Q: What are your plans after your Bachelor's degree?
A: I'm still unsure whether I want to do a Master's or start my career first. Professionally, I'm particularly interested in areas such as environmental communication or environmental education - we'll see exactly where that takes me.
Leonie (4th semester)
Q: Why did you choose this degree program?
A: What attracted me to Man and Environment was the fact that it is so interdisciplinary. It's not just about
natural sciences, but also about communication and economics, and psychology in particular aroused my interest
. The strong social science focus in particular makes the degree program unique for me, because you don't find this
in many other environmental degree programs that are more focused on the natural sciences. This allows
to take on different perspectives and understand how complex the challenges of our time are.
Q: Which profile line did you choose and why?
A: I chose psychology. I am fascinated by the huge influence that human behavior has on our
environment. After all, a lot depends on how we humans think, feel and act in relation to
the environment.
Q: How do you find the atmosphere among the students?
A: Very informal. It almost feels a bit like being in a school class: You know each other, exchange ideas and support each other
. I particularly like the fact that there is also a good exchange between the different cohorts.
This creates a community in which you never feel alone.
Q: What is the relationship like with the lecturers?
A: The relationship is really pleasant and approachable. There is often a real dialog, especially in the seminars: The lecturers
stimulate discussions, provide exciting impulses and respond to our ideas.
Q: What surprised you positively?
A: Definitely student life in Landau in general. With regard to MuU, the discussions on controversial
topics in particular have shown me how many different points of view there are - and how enriching it is to talk about them with others.
I've also met lots of great people who really enrich my studies and my life outside university
.
Q: What are your plans after your Bachelor's degree?
A: I haven't really decided yet. I'll probably do a Master's degree in psychology or
geography, because I'm very interested in both directions, but I'm still debating. But one thing is certain for me: I
definitely want to stay in an area where sustainability plays a major role
Adrian (2nd semester)
Q: What was the deciding factor for you to choose this degree program?
A: I chose this degree program because of the many facets it offers. I am passionate about many different topics and this was a perfect fit. I also wanted to deepen my knowledge of climate change and sustainability and find answers to the questions I was asking myself.
F:Which profile line did you choose and why?
A: I chose the Communication Sciences profile line because it teaches you a lot about people and there are still many opportunities after graduation.
Q: How do you perceive the interaction between students?
A: I would describe the atmosphere among us students as very positive, relaxed and empathetic. Everyone is helpful and there are often joint events (e.g. summer trip, summer party, freshers' trip, Christmas party) where we have a good time together as a group.
Q: How would you describe the relationship with the lecturers?
A: I was pleasantly surprised by the relationship with the lecturers. Almost all of them are very friendly and understanding when problems arise.