Overview This MSc programme is a unique offering in the intersection of property management and building technology. Based in Berlin — one of Europe’s leading start-up hubs — the course gives you direct exposure to cutting-edge innovation and networking opportunities with industry partners and experienced lecturers. Students also have the environment and support to develop their own property-technology (“proptech”) ventures. The real estate sector is a major part of the German economy (contributing over 10% of GDP), so graduates enter a market with substantial demand and diverse career options.
What you will study and why it matters The programme addresses how buildings perform for people and for the planet. Since people spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, aspects such as daylight, fresh air and thermal comfort are central to wellbeing — and they all require energy and intelligent design. The course concentrates on technologies and strategies that make buildings more energy-efficient, comfortable and user-friendly, with an emphasis on practical, technology-driven solutions.
Focus on existing building stock While many new developments are being built with advanced, sustainable systems, a large portion of the built environment has long lifespans and poor energy performance. This master’s places particular emphasis on measures to upgrade and digitally retrofit existing infrastructure so it becomes more resource-efficient and more responsive to the needs of owners, facility managers and occupants.
Admission and practical information (requirements)
Career prospects and typical employers
Program overview This master's was created to meet growing demand for real estate professionals who combine commercial understanding with hands-on skills in smart building technology and sustainability. Recognising that the real estate sector is Germany’s largest industry and a major source of CO2 emissions, the course focuses on how intelligent technologies can reduce environmental impact while supporting profitable asset management across property types.
What you will learn The programme equips you to run daily real estate operations, implement and control construction and refurbishment projects, and shape long-term, sustainability-driven strategies for buildings and portfolios. Core technical and digital topics include Internet of Things applications, energy creation and management systems, BIM and IT architecture, and PropTech platforms. Alongside technical training you will develop project management, negotiation and presentation skills, plus knowledge of ESG, regulatory frameworks and methods for monitoring sustainability impact. The final year integrates a practical application project and a master’s thesis with an oral examination to demonstrate applied competence and research ability.
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Graduation requirements (concise)
This master’s programme requires a completed first degree that demonstrates sufficient academic preparation in a relevant field, plus practical experience. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree (or an equivalent qualification) of at least six semesters from a university, technical college in Germany, or an equivalent institution abroad, with a minimum grade of "satisfactory" (or an internationally comparable grade).
In addition to the above academic requirement, applicants should have a state-recognised first professional qualification from a university of applied sciences in an appropriate discipline and at least one year of relevant professional experience. Degrees or qualifications obtained abroad must be equivalent to the German requirements—if you are unsure about equivalence or documentation, contact the admissions office for guidance.
Admission requirements (summary)
If your degree or professional qualification was completed outside Germany, be prepared to provide documentation proving equivalence and recognition; contact the programme’s admissions office if you need clarification on specific documents or assessment procedures.
Winter Semester (International)
15 August 2026
Summer Semester (International)
15 January 2027
Graduates are prepared for technical and managerial roles across the real estate value chain, including positions in asset and property management, project development, facility management, consultancy and valuation firms. Typical job titles include Project Manager of Digitalisation, Innovation Manager, Chief Digital Officer and Manager of Technological Infrastructure.
The degree also equips graduates to found or join proptech start‑ups and pursue roles in private, cooperative and municipal housing associations, asset management companies, property service providers and consortia focused on digitalisation and sustainability in the built environment.
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