Courses are held in English (100%). However, basic German language skills are required, too. Participants can choose to write the Master's thesis in either English or German.
#1a with a Bachelor’s degree from an EU university; or
#1b with a Bachelor's degree from a non-EU university, and if the applicant already has a valid uni-assist report:
#2 with a Bachelor's degree from a non-EU university:
The practice-oriented Master' programme in Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) is based on a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering (or a related process engineering degree) and is designed as follows:
Internationality as well as the application of modern teaching methods are placed in focus:
The Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) Master's programme includes topics such as renewable energies, resource efficiency, energy efficiency, and environmental technologies. Successful completion entitles to study for a doctorate (PhD).
The Master's in Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) is based on a 210 ECTS equivalent Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering (or a related process engineering degree) and is structured as follows:
First semester:
Second semester:
Third semester:
A Master's thesis project is also possible outside Germany, e.g. in your home country.
An ERASMUS-funded semester outside Germany (at a European but non-German university) is possible.
There is no internship integrated in the course of study.
420 EUR
The semester contribution includes a semester ticket covering public transport on all local public transport services nationwide.
Living costs in Bremerhaven are quite low in comparison to other German cities. The estimated amount of 800 to 1,100 EUR per month should be sufficient to cover basic expenditures. However, the amount of money spent by the students depends very strongly on their standard of living. Here is a rough estimation of monthly costs:
The Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) provides support to students who show excellent academic achievements and also engage in voluntary activities. Students can apply for funding of 300 EUR per month. The scholarship does not count towards BAföG and does not need to be repaid. The programme is financed by regional companies, institutions, foundations, private individuals and the Federal Ministry for Education and Research with equal shares. In addition to the financial support, scholarship holders are also backed by regional sponsors. Sponsors and scholarship holders meet regularly for events, which are organised by the university together with the scholarship holders. Personal contact between the sponsors and the scholarship holders is also encouraged.
DAAD STIBET I scholarships for international students (graduation; outstanding commitment; equal opportunities)
Detailed admission conditions can be found here:
An applicant to the Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) Master's programme must fulfil the following academic requirements:
#1a with a Bachelor’s degree from an EU university; or
#1b with a Bachelor's degree from a non-EU university, and if the applicant already has a valid uni-assist report:
#2 with a Bachelor's degree from a non-EU university:
Students may work up to 140 days (or 280 half days) per year. The university offers student jobs (student tutor, lab assistant, etc.) currently at a rate of 14.28 EUR per hour (as of 1 February 2025).
Accommodation is available through the Student Service Office (Studierendenwerk Bremen) or on the private market. A single room in a shared flat costs approx. 300 EUR/month. One-room flats cost approx. 500 EUR/month. Private accommodation can be found online:
The Career Service Centre is the intersection between the university and the job market. It supports students with information and personalised advice on starting their career.
The Career Service Centre provides:
For support, please contact:
The university is actively committed to the full inclusion of all students, regardless of their individual challenges. This includes, in particular, students with disabilities, chronic illnesses and neurodiverse characteristics. To provide all students with the best possible conditions for a successful degree programme, the university has established special support structures.
Advice is available on e.g. support services, organisation of studies and external support.
We offer advice on questions about balancing pregnancy and parenthood with your studies, childcare in Bremerhaven, caring for relatives and other support services. During the holidays, we offer childcare services. There are two lovingly furnished family rooms or quiet rooms available on campus, should you wish to take a short break with your children, relax, or work and play in a peaceful atmosphere. And in the canteen, students' children up to six years old eat for free.
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