Climate, Earth, Water, Sustainability | International Master
Graduates of our international top-class master's degree program Climate, Earth, Water, Sustainability (CLEWS) will be trained to become experts in the field of climate science research in order to address the consequences of global warming in a science-based manner with regard to research, politics, and the public. On this webpage, you will find all the important informations about our new master's program CLEWS, the application process and the frequently asked questions.
The program at a glance
Content and credit points
Prerequisite for studying CLEWS
Stage of Processing of Applications
[bold = current phase]
- [completed] Application period ⇒ end-date: 15th of August, 2023
- [completed] Processing by uni-assist | Note: FAQ - uni-assist does not forward my application. What can I do?
- [completed] Processing at University of Potsdam & selection process
- [completed] Sending positive notifications of selected applicants
- Sending negativ notifications (till end of October)
María García, CLEWS student from Peru:
„Unlike other master programs, this is the one that captivated my attention because it delves into environmental-climate science, which underpins and support many important decisions. In addition, this master program highlights having courses taught by renowned professors, cooperation with research institutions and research opportunities, as well as a modern campus. Clews delivers everything and more I could have imagined. I'm very excited about this great opportunity.“
Johannes Wilk, CLEWS student from Germany:
"CLEWS allows me to deepen my skills in environmental science and climate physics and to develop a profound academic understanding of the pressing challenges and opportunities of our time. The master's program enables me to build up a valuable network and provides an inspiring learning environment with my fellow students."
CLEWS FAQ for interested applicants
Frequently asked questions about the application and documents are listed at the webpage FAQ about master's degree application via uni-assist. Further administrative questions shall be addressed to the Office of Student Affairs with the particular contact: postgraduate admission.
Here you can find the frequently asked questions addressed to our study porgram CLEWS:
Which are the prerequisite for joining the CLEWS program?
Which are the prerequisite for studying CLEWS?
Knowledge of English > level B2 (CEFR) ! / German required ?
Are programming skills a prerequisite?
What hardware do I need for CLEWS?
About the application process...
Application deadline: When can I apply for CLEWS?
Where do I send my application documents?
Do you acknowledge my degree … from university of…?
Uni-Assist does not forward my application. What can I do?
After applying and before the start...
Are there bridging courses for preparing / catching up on content?
Is there particular advise for international Students? How can I get help with Visa application?
Until when do I have to enrol to Uni Potsdam?
When is the deadline for course registration? What happens if I am not registered when instruction period starts? ...or when I haven‘t reached Germany by then?
During studying CLEWS...
Is a semester abroad possible? Erasmus+...
What is the excursion in the module "PHY-CM02: Numerical methods (Programming) and Introduction: Climate, Earth, Water, Sustainability” about?
About living & costs in Potsdam...
Are there tuition fees?
How to connect with people in Potsdam?
How can I find housing in Potsdam?
How much does it cost to study in Potsdam?
How to finance my studies? Are there scholarships?
If you still seek advice especially in respect to the subject specific field of the program, please write us to: clews@uni-potsdam.de