Master
German
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
The Master of Science in Civil Engineering at the University of Siegen allows students to deepen their technical expertise while cultivating a holistic approach to complex projects. The program focuses on sustainable infrastructure, construction and real estate management, digitalization in the industry (BIM), and addressing environmental challenges. Students can specialize in one of three profile areas: Structural Engineering, Water and Environment, or Transportation and Road Engineering. The curriculum includes topics such as energy-efficient planning and construction, building under changing climatic conditions, bridge construction, environmental geotechnics, flood protection, water quality, intelligent traffic control, and sustainable road construction. Students learn to develop individual solutions using modern tools like digital planning methods (BIM), numerical processes, finite element methods (FEM), and modeling and simulation. The course includes compulsory and core elective modules, two research papers, and culminates in a four-month master's thesis.
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The Master of Science in Civil Engineering at the University of Siegen allows students to deepen their technical expertise while cultivating a holistic approach to complex projects. The program focuses on sustainable infrastructure, construction and real estate management, digitalization in the industry (BIM), and addressing environmental challenges. Students can specialize in one of three profile areas: Structural Engineering, Water and Environment, or Transportation and Road Engineering. The curriculum includes topics such as energy-efficient planning and construction, building under changing climatic conditions, bridge construction, environmental geotechnics, flood protection, water quality, intelligent traffic control, and sustainable road construction. Students learn to develop individual solutions using modern tools like digital planning methods (BIM), numerical processes, finite element methods (FEM), and modeling and simulation. The course includes compulsory and core elective modules, two research papers, and culminates in a four-month master's thesis.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Civil Engineering at Universität Siegen?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Civil Engineering at Universität Siegen
Is Civil Engineering at Universität Siegen taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Civil Engineering programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Civil Engineering at Universität Siegen? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Civil Engineering? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Universität Siegen — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.