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Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
Master German Arts & Design

Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)

About the Program

The two-year-long master's degree course "Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas" (UMSB), which has been offered by the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences together with the RheinMain University of Applied Sciences and the Hochschule Geisenheim University since October 2009 is the only one of its kind in the Rhine-Main region for graduates of architecture and urban planning, of civil engineering, of landscaping architecture, geoinformation, urban geography and associated fields. This program is only available in German.
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The two-year-long master's degree course "Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas" (UMSB), which has been offered by the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences together with the RheinMain University of Applied Sciences and the Hochschule Geisenheim University since October 2009 is the only one of its kind in the Rhine-Main region for graduates of architecture and urban planning, of civil engineering, of landscaping architecture, geoinformation, urban geography and associated fields. This program is only available in German.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

Environmental Management and Urban Planning

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences

Is Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences 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 Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas 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 Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences?

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 Environmental Management and Urban Planning in Metropolitan Areas?

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 Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences — 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.

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