Global demand for energy and natural resources is rising, and with finite supplies we must develop sustainable solutions for long‑standing and emerging environmental challenges. This programme equips students with an interdisciplinary, holistic perspective on resource and energy shortages, combining a solid technological foundation with targeted modules in renewable energy systems and sustainable water and residue (waste) technologies. That technical grounding enables graduates to diagnose core problems and to connect established and newly developed technologies into practical, sustainable solutions.
Alongside engineering content, the curriculum integrates business and management training delivered in an international context. Core business subjects — including Marketing, Sales, Accounting and Project Management — are complemented by modules on contract management, finance, investment strategies and project development. This mix gives students the tools to evaluate project viability, economic efficiency and the broader business environment for technical projects.
By the end of the programme, graduates are prepared to design and plan water and waste management facilities and renewable energy systems, to combine smart technologies into integrated solutions, and to assess both profitability and environmental impact. They also gain the skills to produce business models and feasibility studies and to manage projects across borders, making them ready for technical and managerial roles in the international sustainability sector.
Curriculum overview
This program combines engineering foundations with environmental science and management to prepare you for designing and operating renewable energy, water and waste systems. Across four semesters you will move from technical basics (electrical and mechanical engineering, materials and physical chemistry) and business fundamentals (marketing, accounting) into applied renewable technologies, sustainable processing methods, and environmental analytics. Practical project work is embedded from the start, and in later semesters you integrate digital tools, life-cycle assessment and international project development before completing an industry internship and a research-focused master’s thesis.
Key modules and learning outcomes
Program requirements (concise)
Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or a related natural science. Typical qualifying bachelor’s fields include Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar programmes. The degree should demonstrate sufficient technical and scientific foundation relevant to renewable energy, water and waste management.
You will need to submit several standard application documents so the admissions team can assess your academic background, motivation and language skills. These include a personal statement explaining your interest and fit for the programme, proof of prior education, a résumé, and evidence that you can study in English. International applicants should be prepared to provide certified translations if their documents are not in English or German.
Before you apply, scan clear copies of all documents (ID/passport and certificates). Check whether your country requires attestation or legalisation of transcripts. If you have questions about acceptable English certificates or how to present your bachelor’s documents, contact the admissions office for guidance.
Required application documents:
Winter Semester (International)
15 August 2026
Summer Semester (International)
1 February 2027
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
1 October 2026
Summer Semester (EU/EEA)
1 April 2026
Graduates are prepared for roles that require both technical and commercial judgment: designing and planning renewable energy systems, water and waste treatment facilities, and integrating smart technologies into operational solutions. They will be able to develop feasibility studies, business models and carry out environmental and economic assessments of projects.
Typical career paths include project engineering and management, sustainability consulting, energy and water utility planning, feasibility and investment analysis for green infrastructure, and roles in international project development and technology providers.