- PLG_CONTENT_COURSEINFO_DEGREE
- Master's degree
- Start of studies
- Summer and winter semesters
- PLG_CONTENT_COURSEINFO_DURATION
- 3 semesters
- Admission mode
- Special conditions
- Study location
- Giessen
- PLG_CONTENT_COURSEINFO_LANGUAGE
- DE
Can environmental damage be prevented in advance? What measures for protecting the population and the environment can be derived from the established facts about climate change? How high is the pollution level from a particular facility? What does this mean for the safe design of workplaces? With us, you will learn to find answers to these questions independently.
As an environmental engineer, you are familiar with methods and procedures for protecting people from physical or chemical hazards and the environment from, for example, pollution. Preventing or reducing these risks to people and nature is your task.
Studies
Study content
Having already acquired theoretical and practical foundations during your bachelor's degree, the master's program focuses on independent work, scientific thinking and action. Particular emphasis is placed on an analytical approach and the deepening of problem-solving skills.
You can put theoretical learning content directly into practice in numerous practical events in the lab. And not only that – you also have the opportunity to participate in real-world projects in collaboration with companies.
Upon completion of your studies, you can also acquire the additional qualification "Expertise as an immission control officer according to § 54 BImSchG".
Study program
The following is a list of the courses offered in this degree program. The numbers indicate the weekly workload of the course or the credit points you will receive for successful completion. This study program applies to students beginning their studies in the summer semester. For students beginning their studies in the winter semester, the order of the first two semesters will change.
1
| MODULE | SWS | CrP |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics and Scientific Writing | 4 | 6 |
| Plant safety and risk management | 4 | 6 |
| Process analytics/process control technology | 4 | 6 |
| Elective block Master KUSI-1 | 8 | 12 |
| TOTAL 1ST SEMESTER | 20 | 30 |
2
| MODULE | SWS | CrP |
|---|---|---|
| Technical climate protection | 4 | 6 |
| Water saving and recycling techniques | 4 | 6 |
| Emission reduction | 4 | 6 |
| Elective block Master KUSI-2 | 8 | 12 |
| TOTAL 2ND SEMESTER | 20 | 30 |
3
| MODULE | SWS | CrP |
|---|---|---|
| Master's thesis | 30 | |
| TOTAL 3RD SEMESTER | 30 |
Elective module
| ELECTIVE MODULE - WINTER SEMESTER | SWS | CrP |
|---|---|---|
| low-CO2 products | 4 | 6 |
| System development | 2 | 3 |
| Critical infrastructure - emergency management | 4 | 6 |
| Technical building equipment (TGA) | 4 | 6 |
| Systems for the use of renewable energies | 4 | 6 |
| Industrial CO2 utilization | 2 | 3 |
| ELECTIVE MODULE - SUMMER SEMESTER | ||
| Environmental process modeling | 4 | 6 |
| Water technology for developing countries | 4 | 6 |
| Occupational safety and environmental protection | 2 | 3 |
| Process management | 2 | 3 |
| Cooling systems | 2 | 3 |
| Workplaces | 2 | 3 |
| Biomonitoring of climate change | 3 | 3 |
| Digital twin of a process plant | 3 | 3 |
The detailed study program can be found in the module handbook.
Career prospects
Perspectives
After successfully completing your studies, you will have the opportunity to work in industry, the energy and water sectors, or engineering firms. Alternatively, with sufficient professional experience, you can become a self-employed consultant. A large Electivepool allows you to specialize during your studies and explore the subject area that interests you most. The program culminates in the academic degree of Master of Science (M.Sc.) and qualifies you for senior civil service positions. The possibility of pursuing a doctorate is available, subject to certain requirements, at the Research Campus of Central Hessen or at partner universities.
Application and enrolment
Application
- degree
- Master (M.Sc.)
- Standard period of study
- 3 semesters
- Accreditation
- AQAS Cologne
- Study options
- Full-time studies
- Main language of instruction
- German
- Study location
- Giessen
- Cost
- Semester fee
- Requirements
- Admission to the Master's program requires a completed seven-semester Bachelor's degree with a final grade of at least 2.5 (or better) in the field of environmental science or a related discipline. Furthermore, English language skills at level B1 (or better) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages must be demonstrated. Further details are governed by the examination regulations.
Applicants who do not achieve the required overall grade for admission may, upon request, take an aptitude test to determine their suitability for the Master's program.
Bachelor's graduates from Degree Coursesupon completion of the KUSI Master's program.
they are admitted to the Master's thesis, ensuring a total of 300 credit points - Start of studies
- Winter and summer semesters
- Application period
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June 1 to September 1 (winter semester)
December 1 to March 1 (summer semester) - Application period for international students
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Applications are accepted via uni-assist from April 1st to July 15th (winter semester) and from October 1st to January 15th (summer semester)
Further information for international applicants is available from the International Office. - Application
