Master's Degree English 4 semesters · 120 ECTS

Copernicus Master in Digital Earth

Universität Salzburg · Salzburg, Austria
Official degreeListed in Studienwahl.at
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Duration4 semesters · 120 ECTS
Teaching languagesEnglish
DegreeMaster's Degree
Credits120 ECTS
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Universität Salzburg

Salzburg, Austria · Accredited programme

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At a glance

Copernicus Master in Digital Earth (Master's Degree) is taught at Universität Salzburg, Salzburg. It lasts 4 semesters · 120 ECTS. Taught in English.

Program overview

This study programme is only available in German. --> The study programme is scientifically based, provides a broad range of academic analysis and research methods, and prepares students for a doctoral degree programme. The master's programme provides application-oriented knowledge based on relevant theories and methods. Discipline-specific ways of thinking, analytical skills and techniques as well as problem-solving skills are developed in core areas of Copernicus and Digital Earth, especially in: geospatial data acquisition and visual / cartographic communication; data modelling and spatial data management; data analytics across the spectrum of geoinformatics: georeferenced data and data streams; spatial analysis as well as dynamic system simulation; and development of geospatial applications.

CitySalzburg
Credit load120 ECTS

Cost per year

Living costs€1,390 a month in Salzburg, rent included
€16,680

Living costs from SiT estimate from livingcost.org city data (Nov 2026), converted from USD at the ECB reference rate of 30 Oct 2026 (1 EUR = 1.1172 USD)

Admission requirements

Typical requirements in Austria for this degree level. Your advisor gives you the final list.

  • A completed qualification that gives access to Master's Degree study.
  • Academic transcripts and any programme-specific assessment the institution asks for.
  • Your advisor checks the final requirements for your education system and intake.

Language requirements

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

EnglishMain teaching language
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Required documents

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Passport or national identity document
Previous diploma or graduation certificate
Academic transcript
Proof of the teaching language, when the programme asks for it
Completed application form and a recent photo
CV and motivation letter
Recognition or equivalence of your degree, when the programme asks for it

Accreditation

The central catalogue records this programme as accredited.

Application journey

1Choose the programme

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2Check eligibility

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3Prepare documents

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4Send an application request

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Copernicus Master in Digital Earth?

The official catalogue lists a duration of 4 semesters · 120 ECTS and 120 ECTS.

Which languages is Copernicus Master in Digital Earth taught in?

Confirm the accepted English-language evidence with the institution for the selected intake.

What is the tuition fee?

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