Environmental Pollution Management — Ecotoxicology RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau

The "Master of Science in Environmental Pollution Management (Ecotoxicology)" at the Landau campus of the RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau is an interdisciplinary programme, combining concepts of environmental chemistry, toxicology, and ecology as well as social sciences and environmental economics.

Ecotoxicology studies the effects of chemicals on the environment, develops concepts for risk management, and predicts ecological consequences. The Master's programme imparts profound subject-specific knowledge and competences in the fields of principles and methods of ecotoxicology and environmental analysis. It teaches regulatory background as well as monitoring, statistics, modelling, assessment and management in ecotoxicology. In addition, the course provides an insight into neighbouring fields of science and thus promotes an interdisciplinary perception and the development of integrative approaches. As environmental problems reach far beyond national borders, an international approach is necessary and the situation in developing countries needs special attention.

In the end, graduates are able to work independently on ecotoxicological problems and become competent in the analysis and interpretation of such problems. Furthermore, the programme enables graduates to present results to international professional audiences, promotes independent scientific work and systematic thinking and prepares graduates for many employment opportunities in an emerging field of science with excellent career perspectives, e.g. in scientific facilities and research institutes, authorities and ministries, and industry and consulting enterprises.

The Master's programme comprises four semesters of full-time study with a total of 120 ECTS.
The programme consists of nine compulsory modules to obtain a deep knowledge in the field of Ecotoxicology (56 ECTS). Furthermore, two optional modules (12 ECTS) out of four fields, i.e.,

• Applied Environmental Chemistry
• Applied Ecology
• Geoecology
• Socioeconomics and Environmental Management

offer additional insights into the neighbouring fields of science.

An Applied Module at External Organisations (10 ECTS), an eight-week internship at an external research institute or industry partner in Germany or abroad, provides practical work experience in the second semester. The third semester is characterised by its focus on a Research Project Course (12 ECTS), in which students participate in a project under guidance of university staff for ten weeks. Finally, the degree is to be completed in the fourth semester with a six-month Master's thesis (30 ECTS).

An internship of eight weeks ("Applied Module at External Organisations") is to be completed during the second semester. The programme adviser and lecturers will assist students in finding an appropriate internship drawing on their international network in companies, public administrations, universities, and NGOs.

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences with the final grade "good" or better (2.5 on a 6.0 scale with 1.0 being the best grade; 3.0 on a 4.0 scale with 4.0 being the best grade)

or

Bachelor's degree with environmental scientific orientation at a German or foreign university with the final grade "good" or better if the study programme contains the necessary previous knowledge

or

At least six semesters of study with environmental scientific orientation at a German or foreign university with the final grade "good" or better if the study programme is equivalent to a Bachelor's degree or of higher quality and contains the necessary previous knowledge

SOCIAL FEE RPTU in Landau 160 EUR per semester
This fee includes student prices in RPTU canteen, university sports, museums, etc. For transportation, we recommend the "Deutschlandticket".

ASSESSMENT FEE to uni-assist: 75 EUR

MONTHLY COST OF LIVING
including accommodation, health insurance, food, internet, phone, etc.:
RPTU in Landau: approx. 900 to 950 EUR
More information: https://rptu.de/international/master/prospective-students-landau/why-rptu-landau/fees-living-expenses

Student assistant jobs are available on a competitive basis at the university & its departments, at the affiliated research institutes of the Science & Innovation Alliance Kaiserslautern (including DFKI, Max Planck, Fraunhofer, etc.) or at nearby companies (John Deere, Daimler, BASF, etc.).

Excellent students have good chances of finding jobs in research projects, but these jobs are not usually granted in advance.

International Affairs RPTU supports international students in finding student jobs and in strengthening their professional networks, e.g. by organising networking dialogues with executives from science and industry.

Moreover, the university offers a student assistant job portal:
Hiwi-Stellenbörse — RPTU Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau

International Affairs RPTU and the Welcome Centre Landau support international students in preparing for the German job market by setting up interdisciplinary workshops, seminars and info sessions focusing on skills & competences students need to integrate into German (business) culture.

ACCOMMODATION @ RPTU in LANDAU

Apartments are available in the student halls, operated by the Studierendenwerk Vorderpfalz. The student halls are located close to the campus so you can get there easily by bike, bus, or on foot.

The apartments come furnished with a bed and mattress, a wardrobe, desk and chair. They also include a kitchenette and an ensuite bathroom with a shower. A starter package provides you with a pillow, a blanket, a cup, a plate, etc.

There is a laundry room with washing machines and tumble dryers in the student halls. Bikes can be stored in the lockable bike garage.

The monthly rent is around 440 EUR to 500 EUR and includes all bills.

Contact the Welcome Centre if you would like to apply for an apartment in the student halls or if you need information on finding accommodation on the private housing market: welcomecenter-LD@rptu.de.

More information: https://rptu.de/international/master/prosp ective-students-landau/travel-accommodation/accommodation

RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau is a top-ranked German research-oriented university (first place among 146 international universities in nine categories, such as learning, living, support services, and cost in the International Student Barometer 2023). Our university offers high-quality graduate education and (post)doctoral research training in innovative fields of the high-tech world, many of them as international (English-taught) study programmes. Our main features:

• International study environment highly affiliated with research  & industry
• “Science & Innovation Alliance” of high-profile research institutes on the nearby campus, offering (student assistant) job opportunities
• Zero tuition fees & low cost of living
• “University of Teaching Excellence" award for outstanding student-teacher ratio & efficient support structure for international students, including visa support
• Safe, modern & healthy study environment surrounded by beautiful nature
• 25 international graduate programmes (with more than 40 specialisations)

RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau offers over 140 study courses in the following 16 departments:

• Architecture
• Biology
• Business Studies & Economics
• Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science
• Cultural & Social Sciences (Landau)
• Educational Sciences (Landau)
• Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Mathematics
• Mechanical & Process Engineering
• Natural & Environmental Sciences (Landau)
• Physics
• Psychology (Landau)
• Spatial & Environmental Planning
• Social Sciences

By virtue of its internationally renowned faculties and their top-ranked international study programmes, RPTU attracts students from all over the world. Our extraordinarily high ratio of postgraduate and doctoral students underlines the university's focus on research, Master's studies, and doctoral research training.

With a current enrolment of approx. 16,000 students, 19% international students overall (and 29% international students at RPTU's campus in Kaiserslautern), the university has a manageable size and therefore ensures excellent guidance and close contact with professors. Thus, the university offers an outstanding support ratio of students per lecturer, e.g. three students per lecturer in the Department of Physics (national average: 12).

International Affairs RPTU has profound experience with international students and supports them in every phase of their studies or research. Besides effective pre-arrival communication, administrative support, and social services, International Affairs RPTU offers professional training for PhD students and postgraduates as well as qualified career counselling. Helping international students "feel at home" in a new (academic) culture at RPTU is of major importance within our service portfolio for incoming international students.

More information on why to choose RPTU: https://rptu.de/fileadmin/isgs/pdf/07_Flyer_und_Broschueren/Why_RPTU.pdfhttps://rptu.de/en/international/master/prospective-studentshttps://rptu.de/en/international/master/prospective-students-landau

LANDAU – Mediterranean flair and full of history

Around 49,000 people plus around 7,000 students live in the southern Palatine city between the Rhine River plains and the Palatinate Forest. The region, shaped by viticulture, is also called the "German Tuscany" because of its mild climate with 1,800 hours of sunshine per year.

Landau and the surrounding area have a rich history. The influence of the Celts, Romans and French has shaped the region into what it is today. Ruined castles and medieval towns and villages offer visitors the chance to delve into the region's history. Notable sites include Hambach Castle, considered the cradle of German democracy, and the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Speyer.

The Palatinate Forest, the largest forest in Central Europe and part of a transborder biosphere reserve with France, provides excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing or mountain biking. It is a paradise for nature lovers. Larger cities like Heidelberg or Frankfurt are within easy reach, and France is only 20 km away.