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Technische Universität Hamburg
Master German Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Wasser- und Umweltingenieurwesen Water and Environmental EngineeringWater and Environmental Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Water and environmental engineering deals with the planning and construction of supply and disposal systems and urban infrastructure, with questions of the management of water bodies and groundwater as well as wastewater and waste, and with the fundamental problems of environmental protection and sustainability. The study of water and environmental engineering with a Master of Science degree at the TU Hamburg is aimed at ambitious engineers in the fields of environmental engineering, water management, civil engineering and related disciplines. It prepares its graduates for management positions in construction companies, infrastructure operators, engineering offices, administration, associations and for independent work in research.

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

Water and Environmental Engineering

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Wasser- und Umweltingenieurwesen Water and Environmental Engineering at Technische Universität Hamburg

Is Wasser- und Umweltingenieurwesen Water and Environmental Engineering at Technische Universität Hamburg 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 Wasser- und Umweltingenieurwesen Water and Environmental 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 Wasser- und Umweltingenieurwesen Water and Environmental Engineering at Technische Universität Hamburg? ▼

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 Wasser- und Umweltingenieurwesen Water and Environmental Engineering? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität Hamburg — 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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