Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Specialise in cutting-edge civil engineering disciplines with flexible electives and international double-degree options at Germany’s top technical university.
Best for:Best for Bachelor’s graduates in Civil Engineering or related fields seeking a specialised, interdisciplinary Master’s with international exposure and flexible course selection.
Overview
The Master of Science in Civil Engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) offers a highly flexible programme allowing students to tailor their studies across 22 specialisation fields, from structural mechanics and sustainable construction to transportation technologies and materials science. Students choose four specialisations, with one designated as their major, and benefit from mentorship to align their coursework with career goals, including international mobility through double-degree partnerships with institutions in France, Sweden, Argentina, and the Czech Republic. The programme spans four semesters, culminating in a 30-credit Master’s thesis, and is taught in both German and English, depending on the chosen modules. It is designed for graduates with a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or related disciplines, requiring proficiency in either language at C1 level.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS credits over four semesters, including 30 credits for a specialised Master’s thesis.
- Select four specialisation fields from 22 options, with one designated as your major for mentorship support.
- Engage in interdisciplinary electives to broaden expertise beyond core civil engineering disciplines.
- Participate in international double-degree programmes with partner universities in Europe and Latin America.
- Collaborate with faculty mentors to align coursework with career goals, including potential study abroad.
- Develop in-depth expertise through elective modules in chosen specialisations, ensuring at least six credits per field.
- Acquire additional credits (12 or 9, depending on specialisation) from a broader catalogue of civil engineering electives.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (minimum six semesters of study)
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc)
Language: C1 proficiency in either German or English (or both), with official certificates such as TestDaF (TDN 4), Goethe-Zertifikat C2, TOEFL iBT (88+), IELTS Academic (6.5+), or equivalent.
Instruction: German or English (depending on module selection; students may combine both languages)
- Proven academic background in civil engineering or related fields
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research-oriented environment
- Basic proficiency in mathematical and computational tools used in civil engineering
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Applicants who will receive their Bachelor’s degree by the enrolment date are also eligible.
- No nationality or residency restrictions; open to all countries.
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How to apply
Deadline: 15 January 2027 (Summer Semester) / 31 May 2027 (Winter Semester)
Applicants must submit their application through the uni-assist portal. Required documents include academic transcripts, proof of language proficiency, a CV, a letter of motivation, and reference letters. Non-EU applicants must also provide proof of health insurance and, if applicable, proof of financial means for their stay in Germany.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of German or English proficiency (C1 level)
- CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Letter of motivation
- Reference letters (typically 2-3)
- Proof of health insurance (non-EU applicants)
- Proof of financial means (non-EU applicants)
Contact
Departmental Student Academic Adviser· Academic Advisor
https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition/scholarships-and-waivers
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