Triple Master’s Degree in Mechanics of Sustainable Materials and Structures (MS²)
An international, research-focused master’s programme offering joint degrees from Germany, Italy, and France in sustainable civil engineering.
Best for:Best for civil engineering graduates with strong academic records who seek an international, research-intensive master’s programme in sustainable materials and structures, with opportunities for PhD studies and Erasmus Mundus scholarships.
Overview
The **Mechanics of Sustainable Materials and Structures (MS²)** is a unique triple master’s programme delivered jointly by TU Dortmund University (Germany), the University of Trento (Italy), and École Centrale de Nantes (France). This research-oriented curriculum spans four semesters, with students rotating through each university’s campus to study advanced mechanics, innovative materials, and sustainable structural design. Graduates earn three degrees simultaneously and are prepared for careers in academia or industry, with a strong emphasis on PhD-level research. The programme leverages Erasmus Mundus funding and requires high mobility, as students complete coursework and thesis work across three countries. It is ideal for civil engineering graduates seeking interdisciplinary training in cutting-edge materials science and structural sustainability.
What you'll do
- Complete a four-semester curriculum across three universities (Germany, Italy, France) with mandatory mobility between campuses.
- Engage in advanced coursework on mechanics, materials science, and sustainable structural design, combining theory, experimentation, and computational simulations.
- Conduct a master’s thesis in collaboration with faculty at one of the three partner institutions or an associated international partner.
- Participate in joint research projects and interdisciplinary seminars to develop expertise in sustainable civil engineering solutions.
- Present research findings and collaborate with peers from diverse academic backgrounds during the programme.
- Develop proficiency in both technical and cross-cultural academic environments.
Requirements
Degree required: First-cycle degree qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or a related field, assessed by the programme’s Admission Board.
Degree offered: Master of Science (MSc) from TU Dortmund University, Laurea Magistrale in Ingegneria Civile (University of Trento), and Master Sciences, technologies, santé, mention génie civil (École Centrale de Nantes)
Language: English; B2 level of the CEFR (e.g., IELTS Academic 5.5 or equivalent). No German language proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Proven academic excellence with a minimum average grade equivalent to B (top 35%) in the ECTS grading system or 2.8 (‘good’) in the German system.
- Demonstrated proficiency in English at B2 level of the CEFR (e.g., IELTS Academic 5.5 or equivalent).
- Ability to adapt to a highly mobile academic environment with coursework and thesis work across three countries.
- Strong interest in research and interdisciplinary collaboration in civil engineering and materials science.
- Applicants without EU/EEA citizenship and with a university degree obtained outside the EU/EEA must apply between 1 January and 15 May.
- Applicants with EU/EEA citizenship or a degree from an EU/EEA country must apply between 1 January and 15 October.
- No nationality restrictions beyond the above application period distinctions.
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How to apply
Deadline: 15 May (non-EU/EEA applicants) or 15 October (EU/EEA applicants)
Applicants must submit their application through the official MS² programme portal, providing academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a statement of purpose, and two letters of recommendation. Detailed instructions and application forms are available on the programme’s website. The application process includes an assessment of degree equivalence by the Admission Board.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS Academic 5.5 or equivalent)
- Statement of purpose or research interest
- Two letters of recommendation
- Passport-sized photograph
- Proof of payment for the application fee (if applicable)
Contact
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