Courses are held entirely in English.
For the DAAD scholarship: 30 September (date of receipt at the university)
The deadline refers to the year before students intend to start the programme.
For TropHEE programme: 15 January of the year in which students want to start their studies at the university
The study programme aims at deepening and diversifying the students' knowledge, abilities, and competences in applied geosciences, with a distinct focus on hydrogeology and environmental engineering in the framework of international development cooperation.
The programme encompasses two lines of specialisation, one being more geoscience-related focussing on hydrogeology, and one being more engineering-related focussing on environmental engineering. The hydrogeology specialisation includes modules such as the following: Hydrogeology, Hydrochemistry, Hydrogeochemistry, Soil and Unsaturated Zone, Aquifer Sedimentology, Isotope and Tracer Techniques, Groundwater Modelling, Geophysical Methods, and Geo-Information Systems (GIS). The environmental engineering specialisation includes modules such as the following: Integrated Water Resources Management, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Water Supply Systems, Hydraulic Engineering, Applied Microbiology, and Flood/River Management.
Compulsory modules independent from the chosen specialisation include a field trip to a semiarid region, a project seminar featuring project team work and scientific writing, and a module on setting up research concepts. The programme will be completed by the preparation of a Master’s thesis.
Generally, the TropHEE programme begins in the winter semester, since all courses follow an annual cycle. TropHEE is divided into the following phases:
All courses, excursions, and the Master's thesis are awarded credits according to the European Credit Point System (ECTS). The successful participation in a course is assessed by an examination or by coursework. During the first three semesters, you can acquire a total of 90 credits, while the completion of the Master's thesis is awarded with another 30 credits.
The modules are divided into basic modules and special modules, which can be selected and combined according to the individual specialisation interests of the student. The specialisation process is supported by the TropHEE instructors and lecturers as well as the student adviser of the institute through individual guidance and counselling.
In his or her Master's thesis, the candidate shall apply and deepen the knowledge and experiences gained during the lectures by working on a specific geoscientific topic. The candidate's work will be supervised by one of the lecturers. There are opportunities to prepare the thesis in cooperation with companies and partner institutions. A geoscientific problem and data sets from the candidate's home country may well be suitable for his/her thesis.
Details can be found on the following website:
http://www.trophee.tu-darmstadt.de/
The mandatory module scientific training can be done as an internship of eight weeks during the semester break, usually between the second and third semesters.
During the preliminary phase, a distance learning introductory course is offered to prepare applicants for their Master's studies at TU Darmstadt. On-demand e-learning lectures and interactive seminars are available.
The registration fee totals about 300 EUR per semester. This includes administrative fees and a student ticket that is valid for short distance public transport in Darmstadt and the state of Hesse.
Estimated living expenses are about 700 EUR to 900 EUR per month plus 750 EUR for field trips. Please note that these costs are just a rough estimation and can vary greatly depending on your way of life and your accommodation.
International students in their final study phase can apply for financial funding by the TU Darmstadt twice a year.
Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences; or a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with sound knowledge in natural sciences (mathematics, chemistry, physics) and basic knowledge in Geosciences, Water Science/Engineering, and Environmental Science/Engineering. Moreover, the topic of the Bachelor's thesis must be from the geoscience field or from the field of water and/or environmental research. For details, please refer to the study regulations.
Applicants for a DAAD scholarship must have at least two years of professional experience in the field of water and geology at the time of the application.
Adequate English ability can be proven by one of the following: UNIcert III, TOEFL (Paper 550, CBT 213, iBT 88), IELTS 6.5, CAE (grade C1), TOEIC (792, Listening 490 / Reading 455) or confirmation from the university if your Bachelor's degree programme was taught in English.
For the DAAD scholarship: 30 September (date of receipt at the university)
The deadline refers to the year before students intend to start the programme.
For TropHEE programme: 15 January of the year in which students want to start their studies at the university
Tropical Hydrogeology and Environmental Engineering, Master of Science
Student jobs are available in the private sector or in the research projects. International students can work while studying at TU Darmstadt. For example, you can apply for any of the student jobs offered by TU Darmstadt.
TU Darmstadt's International Affairs Department assists international students in their search for accommodation through its Housing Assistance Office. A major science hub, Darmstadt is home to multiple research institutions, three universities, and many high-technology companies, all of which attract people from around the world. A wide variety of accommodations that vary in size, furnishing, and rent are available in Darmstadt and its vicinity. As the university does not own or manage student housing, we support students in finding housing in private and public student dormitories or on the private market. In order to improve your chances in finding the optimal place to live, we recommend that you start your search early. We are happy to assist you in this process. Please make sure to register online on the housing assistance website for international students: www.tu-darmstadt.de/housing-assist.
Our services include the distribution of an “Accommodation Guide” that includes links to private and public student dormitories, hotels and youth hostels, and a “Housing Guide” that provides tips on how to search for accommodation in Darmstadt.
Each year, a course on reintegration into the job market is held, which prepares students for the application process after completing the Master's programme.
