Bachelor of Science
Meteorology and Geophysics 

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The admission-free Bachelor's degree programme in Meteorology and Geophysics deals with the mathematical and physical observation, analysis and prediction of the Earth system. The content is taught in modules on atmospheric physics, climatology, geophysics, measurement technology and remote sensing, based on the fundamental tools of higher mathematics and experimental physics.

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Each module consists of various events such as lectures, exercises, seminars, internships, etc., and is completed with one or more exams. Module exams or module partial exams can be written exams, presentations, term papers, oral exams, etc. All rights and obligations regarding examinations and modules are set out in the examination regulations (PO 2021 with ÄO 2024), which must be read, understood, and followed.

• There is no registration for our modules; you simply attend the courses listed in the course catalog and join the eCampus courses. Some physics, mathematics, and minor courses must be registered for via BASIS; please read the relevant information carefully.
• Module courses with compulsory attendance are marked in the PO. These are mostly exercises, seminars, and practical courses. Absences of up to 25% are tolerated.

• Exam registration and deregistration up to one week before the exam date via BASIS; note different deadlines for Physics and Maths!
• No exam participation possible without registration in BASIS
• Failure to appear when registered is a failed attempt, i.e. 5.0. Some import modules require mandatory registration, which you must opt out of. Therefore, you should regularly check the status of registered exams in your study account.
• Each failed exam may only be repeated 3 times - never take the exam unprepared!
• In the event of illness, submit a doctor's certificate (pdf) no later than the day of the examination

• Although physics and mathematics are imported modules from physics, the PO for the Bachelor's degree in MuG still applies and the responsible examination office is Meteorology and Geophysics (Daniela Domgörgen).
• For the physics practicum for natural scientists, early registration for coursework (practicum experiments) is required, and upon passing, separate exam registration is required. For deadlines and content, see the physics practicum website.
• Eight modules from the Master PEA are available as elective modules worth 6 CP. Alternatively, a four-week professional internship in a meteorological or geophysical company can be completed. It is essential to discuss the internship project with the student advisor (Anna Zoporowski)
• In the free elective area with 8 CP, the minor subject can be chosen from the module offerings in BASIS. Popular minor subjects are astronomy, chemistry, and GIS.

The bachelor's program concludes with a bachelor's thesis, which can be completed in all meteorology and geophysics working groups in a research-oriented manner. The bachelor's thesis is a scientific paper in which you demonstrate your professional expertise and project management skills.

• Once you have achieved 90 ECTS, you can apply for admission to the Bachelor's thesis (pdf).
• Search for topics by contacting desired supervisors; independent work and obligation to supervisor is a must.
• Processing time: five months in winter 15 Sep-15 Feb or summer 15 Mar-15 Aug.
• Apply for an extension of the submission date by a maximum of six weeks in consultation with the supervisor by e-mail stating reasons to the examination board.

• The title of the bachelor's thesis will only be recorded upon submission and may therefore differ from the proposed topic.
• Submission of three (3) bound copies and a digital version via Sciebo with a declaration of independent preparation (LaTeX-template (tex-file), pdf-preview) to the examination office (Daniela Domgörgen) by the deadline.
• The digital version of the thesis must be submitted on the submission date as a PDF via Sciebo approval/link. Upload the PDF to Sciebo and share the file with the Examination Office, or create a link to the file and send the link to the Examination Office. Test in advance whether the file can be opened via the link.
• Before submission, a 30-minute presentation must be given in the Bachelor's colloquium (and others within the working group). Appointments are scheduled centrally.

• Thesis comprises 12 ECTS; grade is the arithmetic mean of the grades of both supervisors. The evaluation will take 6 weeks.
• Upon request, you will receive a certificate of provisional bachelor's degree completion as soon as all grades have been confirmed by the examiners as at least passed.
• Once all examinations have been completed, the final documents will be issued. The signature process takes a further 3 weeks. The documents must be collected in person from the Examination Office.

The bachelor's program in meteorology and geophysics offers several opportunities to replace the coursework and examinations specified in the study plan with recognized equivalents. Modules completed as part of an Erasmus+ semester abroad or during previous studies will be credited upon request if they are deemed equivalent. It is mandatory to consult with the academic advising office in this regard.

Customizing your studies is possible within the legal framework of the examination regulations. 

If you have completed academic examinations as part of previous studies at another university or in another degree program, these can be credited toward the modules or partial examinations of the Bachelor of Meteorology and Geophysics program upon application, provided they are deemed equivalent. Please consult the Student Advisory Service before submitting your application.

The contents of meteorology and geophysics are exciting and make for an attractive minor subject—we welcome students from other degree programs, who can choose from a variety of courses as elective modules and also select them for their final thesis in the MuG bachelor's degree program.

If meteorology and geophysics are available as minor subjects within your degree program, you can choose from the following options. There is no registration required; simply attend the classes and join the eCampus courses. Dates, times, locations, and links to eCampus can be found in BASIS.

Institute of Geosciences | 
Meteorology and Geophysics
Auf dem Hügel 20 | 53121 Bonn | room U1.012
www: https://fsmug.uni-bonn.de
E-Mail: fsmug@uni-bonn.de

Evaluation chair (deputy): Prof. Dr. Leonie Esters (Dr. Anna Zoporowski)
Professors (deputy): Prof. Dr. Leonie Esters (Prof. Dr. Andreas Kemna)
Academic staff (deputy): Arne Mansfeld (Larissa Reineccius)
Study programme manager: Dr. Anna Zoporowski
Students (deputy): Magdalena Kracheletz, Johanna Kasischke (Hendrik Jahn, Erik Brune)

Prof. Dr. Andreas Kemna
Prof. Dr. Leonie Esters
Students: Johanna Kasischke, Erik Brune