Learning Goals

The aim of the module according to §4(4) of the study regulations is to gain experience outside the study program, i.e. in practice, and to make it beneficial for the study program.
 

Contents

The internship of 10 full-time weeks (400 working hours) can be carried out in professional practice outside the university or in science, namely in research. During the internship, the scientific knowledge and skills acquired during the studies are practically applied.

As a professional internship are considered relevant activities in:

• urban and regional planning and development
• Landscape and nature conservation planning
• Environmental assessment (e.g. soil pollution, climate analysis, water quality) and environmental impact assessment
• brownfield recycling and contaminated site management
• Environmental information systems
• environmental management and education

and other areas may be considered, which may be public institutions or private sector companies, intermediary organizations or associations. Acquisition of a suitable placement is one of the deliverables in the module, in addition to the placement itself. 

A research internship can be carried out in a research institution outside the Department of Geography, either as a block or during the course of study, depending on the requirements. The goal is to gain first-hand experience in project practice, including the proposal and acquisition phases. A research internship is particularly suitable for students who wish to pursue a doctorate after the Master's examination.

Teaching methods

Professional internship in Germany or abroad

Mode of assessment

Proof of the internship by certificate from the employer
 

Additional Information

Conditions for granting credit points

Proof of the internship by certificate from the employer
 

Usage of the module
Compulsory elective module

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