Courses are taught entirely in English.
Only the study track Digital Transformation includes online elements, while the study track Energy and Climate is taught entirely on site.
Non-EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of a country outside EU/EEA):
2 December to 1 March
EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of an EU/EEA country, are currently enrolled at RWTH Aachen or hold a German university degree):
2 December to 15 July
Apply by 15 January (non-EU) / 15 April (EU) to benefit from a 10% early bird discount on the tuition fees!
18,000 EUR in total for three semesters
Learn to link current trends with policy fields at the EU level and develop solution for European and global challenges!
The interdisciplinary Master of Public Administration in European Studies (MPA-ES) centres around the fields of energy, transport, climate and digitalisation from a political and technological perspective. This study programme integrates RWTH Aachen University’s excellence in science and technology with the current political and economic agenda of the EU and thus giving you a comprehensive understanding of the impact new technologies have on EU governance and vice versa. Combining knowledge of politics, law, economics and technology, the MPA-ES will enable you to take on leaderships roles in the private and public sectors with strong orientation on the EU market and EU regulations.
Your studies – your choice: choose a study track
To equip you with the specialisation you need for your individual career path, we offer two study tracks in the MPA-ES:
Energy and Climate
By choosing this track, you will gain theoretical and practical knowledge in the following areas:
Digital Transformation
By choosing this track, you will gain theoretical and practical knowledge in the following areas:
In-class attendance blocks and first-hand interaction alternate with self-study and internship periods from any location you choose. E-learning tools such as online seminars (depending on the chosen track) and online platforms containing a broad range of study materials complete your study experience.
The MPA-ES consists of:
Get a detailed overview of the programme structure on our MPA-ES website.
The programme takes place in Aachen (Germany). The study-integrated elective industrial internship and/or the Master's thesis can be completed in other countries.
Choose between an internship in the private or public sector to gain practical experience, or deepen your knowledge with a research project at the institute.
18,000 EUR in total for three semesters
The RWTH Aachen University’s semester fee of approx. 300 EUR is a student body and social contribution fee that every student must pay each semester in order to stay enrolled as an active student. It includes, among other benefits, a "semester ticket" covering public transport in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany as well as the region of South Limburg in the Netherlands.
The average cost of living, including food, accommodation, personal and social expenses, and study-related costs, is estimated to be at least 900 to 1,000 EUR per month.
High Potential Student Grant: This scholarship was created to enable highly qualified students to complete their Master’s degree programme. The scholarship can grant admitted students a reduction of up to 25% of the tuition fees.
Global Talent Scholarship: This scholarship was established to enable promising students from around the world to pursue a Master's degree offered by RWTH International Academy, thus making further education more accessible. It supports Bachelor's graduates from the following countries: Egypt/Indonesia/Iran/Nigeria/Turkey. The GTS scholarship covers up to 35% of the tuition fees after successful admission.
Please see our website for detailed information on the admission requirements for the MPA-ES.
If you would like to attend an English-taught Master's degree programme, you must be fluent in English (oral and written) in order to understand lectures, textbooks and manuals and to participate in lab projects, industrial internships and examinations.
One of the following certificates must be submitted at the time of enrolment (not at the time of application):
All applicants who have a school leaving qualification or first degree in English that was issued by an institution in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, or the US are exempt from the English language certificate requirement. Please note that having German citizenship or citizenship of an English-speaking country, even those listed above, does not in and of itself exempt you from the respective language certificate requirement.
No German language skills are required for admission and enrolment. However, you will have the chance to take German language courses as part of your curriculum at RWTH Aachen University Language Centre.
Non-EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of a country outside EU/EEA):
2 December to 1 March
EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of an EU/EEA country, are currently enrolled at RWTH Aachen or hold a German university degree):
2 December to 15 July
Apply by 15 January (non-EU) / 15 April (EU) to benefit from a 10% early bird discount on the tuition fees!
Please use the official online application portal of RWTH Aachen University and submit your electronic application.
Generally, students enrolled at RWTH Aachen University have the opportunity to find a job on campus and work up to 19 hours per week. This also allows students to become more familiar with the university institutes and to take part in projects related to their fields of study.
The maximum working limit for off-campus work is 120 full days / 240 half days per year for non-EU students.
Aachen is a vibrant university city with several hundred new students arriving each semester. The housing market is quite tough as a result, especially during the months of March/April and September/October. Finding suitable and affordable accommodation can be time consuming and challenging.
Therefore, we as RWTH International Academy offer our own accommodation in two apartment buildings in the city centre to students of our Master’s degree programmes. Benefit from exclusive prices and in-house services, whether you only need short-term accommodation before moving into your own apartment, or you are looking for a new home for the duration of your studies. Visit our housing website for more information.
Our Career Service is an integral part of our student success management. It is designed to empower you to proactively drive your career forward from the first day of your studies. You will have seamless access to a valuable and comprehensive career programme matching your studies. Experience extensive career services and mutually beneficial connections to employers, research facilities and institutes at RWTH Aachen University throughout the academic year. As alumni of RWTH Aachen University, we will support you in achieving your career goals and lifelong success by providing innovative further education programmes and networking events.
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We look forward to welcoming students of all nationalities! For students from China, India and Latin America, we provide exclusive access, special support and individual consultation through our Academy Offices on site.
With 260 institutes, nine faculties and three Clusters of Excellence, RWTH Aachen University is one of Europe's leading institutions for science and research. Currently, more than 47,000 students are enrolled in 170 courses of study. Of these students, more than 13,000 are international students. RWTH Aachen is well-known for its state-of-the-art education that tackles some of the world’s most pressing global challenges. Our graduates are highly sought after by businesses and industry as trainees and for executive positions.
As the official academy for education of RWTH Aachen University, RWTH International Academy is tasked with promoting and developing the integration of professional and academic education. Our goal is to make knowledge accessible to international participants through application-oriented educational formats and programmes, thus making a lasting contribution to lifelong learning.
The student city of Aachen is a vibrant and historic place located at the border triangle of Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. Aachen was a favoured residence of Charlemagne. After the departure of the Romans from this region, Charlemagne finally managed to forge the lion’s share of Europe into something that resembled an administrative unity, with Aachen as the beating heart of the empire. The "Rathaus" (city hall) and "Dom" (cathedral) bear witness to this earliest Carolingian building history. During your time in Aachen, you will have the opportunity to discover the city, its history and its most important sights. Moreover, you will experience student life at one of Europe's leading technical universities and become part of the international student community. There is no better place to encounter European culture while challenging yourself in our programmes.
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