Your studies in the field of nature

In Kassel, we are rethinking sustainability and the environment.

Explore natural phenomena. Understanding connections. Promote climate protection.

If you want to understand the world around us - from the smallest process to global interrelationships - the Nature department is the right place for you. Here you can discover, explore and help shape: from biology to physics or sustainability science to organic farming.

Does the nature study area suit you?

The nature sector could be a good fit for you if you find yourself in some of these points:

You are interested in systematically observing, measuring and evaluating data and experimenting - in the lab, in the field or on the computer.
You ask yourself questions such as: "What factors influence an ecosystem?", "How are we changing the climate?" or "How can natural processes be measured, modeled or made visible?"
You want to do scientifically sound work - and make a difference at the same time: in environmental protection, agriculture, nature conservation or education.

Discover study programs

Focus on sustainability

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Sustainability is not an add-on in the nature study programs, but the basis.

Research and teaching are intertwined in order to find answers to the pressing questions of our time: Climate protection, energy transition, resource conservation. And always with a 360° perspective on sustainability.

I started my studies with the desire to understand the world a little better. And I am still fascinated today when I can suddenly explain everyday phenomena to myself based on the knowledge I gain here.
Jana, Bachelor student

Why Kassel University?

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In Kassel, you study where nature can be experienced directly: in the city, in northern Hesse and in a variety of excursions, experimental facilities and laboratories directly on campus.

The University of Kassel offers you practical, interdisciplinary learning, good supervision and strong research on nature conservation and climate change - ideal conditions for studying in the field of nature.