Triple Master's Degree — Mechanics of Sustainable Materials and Structures (MS²) TU Dortmund University

The Mechanics of Sustainable Materials and Structures Master’s programme is a unique, international, research-oriented, multiple-degree programme. It is offered through joint training activities by the Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering at TU Dortmund University (Germany), the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Trento (Italy), and the Department of Mechanics, Materials, and Civil Engineering at Ecole Centrale de Nantes (France).

The programme qualifies graduates for research-related and technical professional activities in the areas of:

• Advanced Mechanics for Innovative Materials and Structures
• Materials and Structures under Extreme Conditions
• Materials and Structures in their Environment

The programme also prepares students for PhD studies on advanced research topics related to the mechanics of materials and structures in the field of civil engineering.

With Erasmus Mundus scholarships available, the MS² programme enables students to study in multiple countries while benefiting from an integrated curriculum that combines theory, experimentation, and advanced simulations. Apply now to join a cutting-edge network of students and researchers shaping the future of sustainable structures.

For more information, visit ms2master.com.

The Master's degree programme MS² consists of a standard period of study of four semesters (two years). Admission is only possible in the Winter Semester. It requires a high degree of mobility since all students will study in three different countries: Germany, Italy and France.

The students of each cohort study at TU Dortmund University in the first semester, at the University of Trento in the second semester and at École Centrale de Nantes in the third semester. The fourth semester is devoted to the Master's thesis work, which takes place either at one of the three universities or at an international partner institution associated with the programme.

The following qualifications will be awarded to students that successfully complete all programme requirements:

• Laurea Magistrale in Ingegneria Civile (class LM 23) from the University of Trento
• Master of Science (MSc) from TU Dortmund University
• Master Sciences, technologies, santé, mention génie civil / Civil engineering from École Centrale de Nantes

• Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering of TU Dortmund University (Germany),
• Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering of the University of Trento (Italy), and
• Department of Mechanics, Materials and Civil Engineering of the École Centrale de Nantes (France)

Applicants without EU/EEA citizenship and with a university degree obtained in a country outside the EU/EEA:
1 January to 15 May, see link for more information

Applicants with EU/EEA citizenship or a university degree obtained in a country part of the EU/EEA:
1 January to 15 October, see link for more information

The admission requirements are set out in the examination regulations §3 of this degree programme. Admission and enrolment are subject to the following requirements: A first-cycle degree qualification according to the European Qualifications Framework, or an equivalent degree in Civil Engineering is required. The equivalence of qualifications must be assessed by the programme’s Admission Board.

The qualifying degree must be completed with an average grade of at least B in the ECTS grading system (corresponding to the top 35% of students), or an equivalent grade of up to 2.8 (“good”) in the German grading system.

English language proficiency is required, demonstrated either by native speaker proficiency or at least level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Included in the tuition fees

Around 1,000 EUR per month, see: https://www.mygermanuniversity.com/articles/Germany-Blocked-Account-Amount

Erasmus Mundus Scholarship: 

• The EMJM scholarship will award you with  approx. 1,400 EUR per month for two years and cover full tuition fees

• Application period: 1 January to 15 March

Consortium Scholarship:

• Applicants without EU/EEA citizenship and with a university degree obtained in a country outside the EU/EEA: The amount of student fees is reduced to 1,900 EUR per semester.​

• Applicants with EU/EEA citizenship or a university degree obtained in a country part of the EU/EAA: The amount of student fees is reduced to 1,150 EUR per semester.​

Getting off to a good start after your studies!

The International Office at TU Dortmund University offers a variety of workshops, events, as well as consulting and coaching opportunities for international students. One of the biggest events is the annual International Career Fair, which brings together qualified young academics with attractive businesses from Dortmund and the region. It is organised by the International Office of TU Dortmund University and the Dortmund Chamber of Industry and Commerce.

Find out more about all opportunities: 
https://international.tu-dortmund.de/en/career/