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Master's programme

Master of Science in Environmental Engineering Technical University of Munich

Duration
4 semesters
Language of instruction
English
Tuition fees
Tuition varies
Next application deadline
15 January 2027 (summer semester)
Language level required
English: C1
German: None

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Programme overview

Quick facts

Degree
MSc
Duration
4 semesters
Intake
Winter and summer semester
Joint degree / double degree programme
Yes
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No

Language of instruction

English

Courses are held in English. Single elective modules might be held in German.

Programme description

The Environmental Engineering programme aims to educate engineers who will acquire special knowledge in the field of anticipatory environmental protection. Study emphasis has been put on the areas of water, soil, infrastructure, and cross-cutting methods. Sustainability and impact-oriented views of engineering activities with regard to the environment, human beings and the economy take centre stage. This knowledge allows for optimal solutions in which both the needs of the environment and the means of existence of our future generations are taken into account. Interdisciplinary work and, consequently, the intensive communication that occurs with concerned parties are of fundamental importance in the job description of environmental engineers. The required abilities will be improved through team and project work in our Master's programme at the TUM.

Programme structure

Students choose two out of eleven fields of study at the beginning of their first semester and thus define their specialisation profile. The fields of study are:

  1. Urban Water Engineering
  2. Water Resources Management
  3. Hydraulic Engineering
  4. Hydrogeology, Groundwater, Geothermal Energy
  5. Modelling and Measurement of Flow and Transport
  6. Resource Efficiency in Urban Planning
  7. Environmental Geotechnics
  8. Environmental Hazards and Risk
  9. Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning
  10. Transportation Engineering and Control
  11. Water-Energy-Food Nexus

Over a common block of "Cross Cutting Methods, Technologies and Fundamentals", students of all fields of study can receive general competences in the obtaining, processing and modelling of environmental data, deepen their laboratory skills or practise the use of specific software. An applied study project is accomplished during this three-semester period. The course is completed in the last semester with the Master's thesis.

More information on the programme and the application: https://www.ed.tum.de/en/ed/studies/degree-programs/environmental-engineering-m-sc/

Mode of study

  • Fully on-site

International elements in the curriculum

The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:

  • International guest lecturers
  • Specialist literature in other languages

The programme educates engineers how to cope with the global environmental challenges. Teaching places a special focus on transferability and applicability of the content in different international environments. TUM's own international research programmes offer manifold opportunities for research and internships stays abroad. Additionally, the programme has a high flexibility in the transfer of credits from foreign universities for the students who participate in our exchange programmes.

Integrated internships

No internship is required.

Application and admission

Application period(s)

Summer semester

Applicants from Applications begin Application deadline
All countries
1 September 2026
15 January 2027

Winter semester

Applicants from Applications begin Application deadline
All countries
1 January 2027
31 May 2027
Information on application periods

Academic admissions requirements

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering or closely related disciplines

Language requirements

Please check all requirements directly with the respective higher education institution. Exceptions may apply. See our website for further details.

German language requirements

German: None

English language requirements

English: C1

Accepted certificates include
Certificates Minimum result
Cambridge English Qualifications
Total: C1 Advanced
TOEFL iBT (before 2026)
Total: 88 / 120
PTE Academic
Total: 65 / 90
IELTS Academic
Total: 6.5 / 9

How to apply?

Website

Please check this website.

Click here

Costs and funding

Tuition fees per semester

Applicants from Tuition fee
Non-EU countries
3,000 EUR

Semester contribution

An administrative semester fee is charged for student services.
https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees

Cost of living

In order to cover personal expenses while studying in Munich, we recommend a budget of at least 900 EUR per month.

Please refer to the following page for more information: https://www.studentenwerk-muenchen.de/en/international/international-students-in-munich/in-preparation/cost-of-living/.

Scholarships and financing information

Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here.

TUM also provides scholarships for excellent international students. An application is possible after at least one semester at TUM so that the study achievements can be evaluated.
https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees-and-financial-aid/scholarships/tum-scholarships/scholarship-for-international-students-of-tum

Special promotion / funding of the programme

  • ERASMUS+

Living & services

Support for international students

  • Welcome event

Students
Tutoring and buddy programmes: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/international-students/tutoringandbuddyprograms

Doctoral candidates
Doctoral graduate school: https://www.gs.tum.de/en/gs/welcome-office/

Accommodation

It’s not easy to find a place to live in Munich – but it’s not impossible either! The Technical University of Munich (TUM) supports students and staff in their search for accommodation, providing personal advice, housing listings and useful information to ensure that you can quickly find a place to call your own.
Advice is given by the TUM accommodation service: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/during-your-studies/living-and-working/accommodations/contact-advice.

Contact

Main contact

TUM School of Engineering and Design

Name
Antonios Tsakarestos
Adresse
80333 München
E-Mail
E-mail

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