Water Science and Engineering

This advanced modular degree programme offers an interdisciplinary, research-oriented education at the interface between water-related engineering and natural sciences. This includes efficient use of limited water resources, implementing requirements for water body protection, handling hydro-meteorological extreme events, and mitigating impacts of global change on the water cycle.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

Proof required: TOEFL iBT with min. 90 points, IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5 and no section under 5.5, University of Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), UNIcert II certificate.

Accepted bachelor fields

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in engineering (civil or environmental engineering, chemical or biological engineering, mechanical engineering); science (geoecology, environmental sciences, geosciences); a related topic.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

1,500 EUR

Semester contribution

Approx. 200 EUR per semester

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: 1,500 EUR Semester contribution: Approx. 200 EUR per semester

Graduates find opportunities in environmental protection, water management authorities, engineering consultancies, and international development organizations.

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• 2

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• 3

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• 4

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• 5

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