Dr. Britta Tietjen

Professor

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Biography

Britta Tietjen is a professor at the Freie Universität Berlin in the Department of Biology, Chemistry, and Pharmacy. Her research focuses on theoretical ecology, biodiversity, and ecological modeling. Tietjen’s work addresses the impacts of diversity levels on ecosystem functioning, understanding processes and mechanisms at small scales, and interactions affecting the dynamics of whole ecosystems. She studies ecohydrological modeling, impacts of global change factors on dryland ecosystems, and the role of biodiversity in ecosystem resilience. Tietjen leads several funded projects addressing climate and water change, mangrove-saltmarsh ecotones, and sustainable land use in savanna systems. With extensive experience in both research and teaching, she has held various academic positions, including managing director at Freie Universität Berlin, and has contributed significantly to the understanding of ecosystem services and resilience in changing environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Freie Universität Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Professor in theoretical ecology, focusing on biodiversity and ecological modeling.

Managing Director

2021-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Freie Universität Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Oversaw academic and administrative functions within the university.

Junior Professor

2011-01-01 — 2017-12-31

Freie Universität Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Held a position in biodiversity and ecological modeling, engaging in research and teaching.

Requirements for Freie Universität Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with 10 ECTS in Methods of Empirical Social Research 10 ECTS in International Relations 35 ECTS in Political and Administrative Sciences
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1)
  • Proof of German proficiency (DSH-2)
  • Course descriptions for ECTS verification
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.