This international Master of Science programme develops interdisciplinary, adaptable graduates who combine scientific and technical know-how with economic understanding to meet growing needs in industry and society. The curriculum equips students with general and subject‑specific methods for analysing and solving problems in sustainable process and systems engineering, preparing them for immediate professional practice or for continued academic work at the doctoral level. Emphasis is placed on both theoretical foundations and the practical skills required to design, evaluate and improve complex engineering systems.
Graduates are qualified for a broad range of roles across process, energy, environmental and bioprocess engineering as well as research and development. Typical career areas include:
You structure your study plan with considerable flexibility, while still following the official Study and Examination Regulations (available in the Downloads & Links section of the program website: https://www.tu.berlin/fakultaet3/studium-lehre/studienangebot/msc-peese). The curriculum combines core coursework with flexible specialisation options so you can tailor your degree to interests in process, energy or environmental engineering while meeting the programme’s credit requirements.
The programme is organised around four thematic blocks. Core compulsory modules (12 ECTS) ensure a common technical foundation. The compulsory elective block (60 ECTS) is divided into: Process Systems Engineering, Energy Technologies, Environmental Engineering and Sustainability, and Management, Transdisciplinary and Intercultural Skills. These areas develop abilities to model and optimise process systems, evaluate and apply energy technologies, assess environmental and sustainability impacts, and lead interdisciplinary teams—preparing you to design efficient, environmentally responsible industrial systems and to communicate across technical and cultural boundaries.
In addition to the compulsory and compulsory-elective modules, you take 18 ECTS of free electives to broaden or deepen your profile. There is also an optional internship worth 6 ECTS for gaining practical experience in industry or research settings. Overall the programme blends technical depth, systems thinking and transversal skills needed for careers in energy transition, environmental technology and process engineering.
Programme requirements (concise)
Applicants must meet the general admission criteria and additionally hold an appropriate undergraduate degree. Accepted backgrounds include chemical engineering and closely related engineering or materials programmes. If you studied outside these exact fields, your qualification may still be considered “equivalent” depending on its content.
The programme’s examination committee is responsible for assessing whether your previous studies provide the necessary technical and subject-specific preparation. If you have any doubts about equivalence, contact the examination committee or admissions office early so your documents can be reviewed.
Winter Semester (International)
15 May 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 May 2026
Graduates are prepared for professional roles in process engineering (process development, simulation, validation, operation, optimisation and control), energy engineering (design, analysis and optimisation of energy conversion plants, alternative energies and energy supply systems) and environmental technology/management (disposal technology, air pollution control, production-integrated environmental protection, and roles in plant construction and governmental agencies). They are also qualified for bioprocess engineering positions in biotech and biopharmaceutical production and for research and development roles in academic or industrial R&D settings. The programme additionally prepares students for further academic training at doctoral level.
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