The long-term preservation of the environment as the basis of life for all people is a global challenge. Individual scientific disciplines are reaching their limits when it comes to researching and solving environmental problems such as climate change, increasing environmental pollution or the effects of new technologies on humans and the environment. Complex phenomena and processes and the associated opportunities and risks should therefore be examined from different disciplinary perspectives and critically scrutinized.
As a first degree program in the natural, environmental and social sciences, the "Man and Environment" degree program is aimed at those interested in a broad-based course of study with a focus on the environment. A broad range of knowledge in basic natural, environmental and social science subjects forms the framework of the degree program. In addition, there is the opportunity to specialize in one of the three profile lines: environmental psychology, environmental communication or environmental economics. The degree program also focuses on inter- and transdisciplinarity and ensures high-quality methodological training. Students learn to gain an overview of the central connections between the individual disciplines and their relevance for solving current issues and to apply fundamental scientific methods and findings.
Interdisciplinarity
is one of the basic principles of this degree program. It is about recognizing the boundaries of individual disciplines and thinking outside the box. Interdisciplinarity and transdisciplinarity are becoming increasingly important. In order to be able to deal with social challenges, it is necessary to consider the disciplines not in isolation, but in conjunction with each other and to connect with practitioners.
Application and study entry
If you decide to study the degree program in Humanity and the Environment, the first step is to apply for a place via the university's application portal. the university's application portal.
Application deadline: July 15 - studies only start in the winter semester
At the beginning of the winter semester, the Landau campus holds an introductory week takes place. Detailed information is provided on each subject, lecturers are introduced and there is also an introduction to the infrastructure at the university (library, campus, etc.).
Course of study
The degree program includes natural, environmental and social science content. In addition to compulsory basic modules , one of the three possible profile lines (environmental psychology, environmental communication or environmental economics) is studied in depth. You will also become familiar with various methods from the social and natural sciences. This knowledge is deepened through practical work. You have to earn a total of 180 ECTS credit points to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree. The standard period of study is six semesters.
Further and more detailed information can be found in the module handbook.
Note: Some modules extend over several semesters. Those that begin in even semesters are marked with + .
Basic modules (compulsory)
1st and 2nd semester
- Statistics and methods of empirical social research
- Fundamentals of environmental and life sciences
- Geosciences+
- Sociology and Philosophy
- Introduction to communication sciences
- Fundamentals of chemistry
- Fundamentals of psychology
- Fundamentals of social and motivational psychology
- Fundamentals of economics
- Environmental economics and environmental management
3rd and 4th semester
- Methods of environmental sciences
- Evolution and Ecology+
- Special Biology+
- Scientific inter- and transdisciplinary work and research I
- Environmental and sustainability communication
- Environmental analytics
- Environmental Chemistry
5th and 6th semester
- Bachelor final module (consisting of case study, 2 colloquia, Bachelor thesis)
- Interdisciplinary Research
Psychology profile line
3rd and 4th semester
- Cognitive and biopsychological foundations
- Psychological foundations of action under uncertainty+
- Political sociology+
5th and 6th semester
- Environmental law and environmental policy
- Conflict and cooperation in an environmental context
Economics profile line
3rd and 4th semester
- Business administration
- Methods of environmental communication research
- Political Sociology+
5th and 6th semester
- Special environmental economics
- Environmental law and environmental policy
Profile line Communication
3rd and 4th semester
- Methods of environmental communication research
- Current topics in (environmental) communication science
- Political communication+
5th and 6th semester
- Market research and organizational communication
- Communication and media psychology
Work placement
- from the 3rd semester
- at least 6 weeks
- also possible abroad
Examinations
The basis for all examination modalities is the examination regulations for the degree program Human and Environment (see download area).
Examination registration generally takes place via KLIPS and can usually only take place if the associated courses have been taken in advance. You will also receive information on exam registration from the lecturers in the relevant courses during the semester.
For general questions about examinations or to view your examination file, the examination office in Landau is your contact.
Recognition of previous academic achievements
In principle, it is possible to transfer credits from another degree program. We check which achievements can be credited on a case-by-case basis when we receive your application. Whether an achievement can be credited depends on the extent to which it is equivalent to achievements from the degree program. You can use the module handbook to check for yourself which courses could be equivalent in your case. Please submit an application for recognition with your application.