Dr. Simon Bunchuay Peth

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Simon Alexander Bunchuay-Peth is a graduate geographer specializing in Human Geography, Population Geography, and Climate Change. He teaches various courses related to Human Geography and Migration Population Dynamics at the University of Vienna, emphasizing the social and physical fundamentals of climate change. Simon's research interests include the interplay between population dynamics and environmental factors, particularly in urban contexts and the global South. His work focuses on how climate change affects migration patterns and urbanization processes, contributing to broader discussions on sustainability and demographic changes. He is involved in teaching seminars at both the bachelor's and master's levels and coordinates summer schools related to climate mobilities.

Research Interests

Courses

Bachelor Seminar Human Geography Climate Change: Bio-Physical Social Fundamentals Preparatory Master’s Seminar - Migration Population Dynamics Bachelor's Thesis Human Geography Summer School: Understanding Climate Mobilities

Requirements for University of Vienna

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:87
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Completed Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or equivalent subject At least 150 ECTS from a relevant undergraduate program
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1 level for English-taught, B2 for others)
  • Proof of German proficiency (at least C1 level for German-taught programs)
  • Passport or ID card
  • Curriculum Vitae
Specialization Notes

Requirement for German proficiency: Proficiency in German at level C1 is required for most philosophy programs except specifically designated English-language tracks.