Subsurface Engineering (SubSurf)

Subsurface Engineering is an international master’s programme at Ruhr University Bochum in civil engineering and geosciences for the subsurface domain. The official programme pages describe it as a fully online application process for a specialised English-language master's focused on subsurface engineering topics.

Minimum GPA

The official SubSurf admission page requires at least German grade 2.5. It also states equivalent minimums of GPA 3.3 on a 4.0-to-2.0 scale or 75% on a percentage scale with 40% as the minimum passing grade.

English requirements

The official SubSurf requirements page requires sound English language skills at B2 level. Accepted proof includes TOEFL paper-based 550, computer-based 215, internet-based 79, IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, or confirmation that the entire first degree was taught in English.

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires a bachelor's or comparable degree in Civil Engineering, Geosciences, or a related engineering field.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

362.40 EUR social contribution per semester for Summer Semester 2026.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 362.40 EUR social contribution per semester for Summer Semester 2026.

Programme coordinators offer individualised career counselling. RUB Career Service checks application documents, organises career-related events, workshops and counselling sessions.

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