Environmental and Recycling Technology
Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
Degree
Master of Engineering
Language
English
Tuition
Free
Duration
3 or 4 semesters
Programme Overview
Environmental and recycling technology is an interdisciplinary field that deals with the development and application of technologies to minimise environmental impact and promote the sustainable use of resources. The focus is on innovative methods for the recycling of materials, the management of waste and the reduction of environmental pollution, thereby contributing to environmental protection and the efficient utilisation of natural resources. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to develop solutions to the challenges of resource scarcity and environmental degradation.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum GPA
- a minimum CGPA (cumulative grade point average) of 2.5 (according to the German grading system) or better
- English requirements
- English proficiency at B2 level (CEFR), e.g. TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0, or completed Bachelor's programme in English.
- Accepted bachelor fields
- environmental engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, biotechnology or a related field
- APS Certificate
- Yes
- Thesis required
- Yes
Costs & Funding
- Tuition fee
- None
- Semester contribution
- 286.40 EUR per semester
- ECTS credits
- 90 ECTS (3 semesters) or 120 ECTS (4 semesters) depending on previous Bachelor's degree
- Funding info
Tuition: None Semester contribution: 286.40 EUR per semester
Career Outcomes
Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to develop solutions to the challenges of resource scarcity and environmental degradation.
Specialisations
Typical job roles
Target industries
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Programme details
- Degree
- Master of Engineering
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 3 or 4 semesters
- Mode
- full-time
- Start
- Winter semester 2026/2027
- Deadline
- 30 April (annual)
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