Short profile
Study
Study structure and contents
The Master's program in Water Science & Engineering offers an interdisciplinary, research-oriented education at the interface of water-related engineering and natural sciences.
The area of specialization consists of three profiles
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Water Technologies & Urban Water Management
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Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Engineering
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Hydrological Dynamics & Hazards
As a special feature, the Master's program can be studied completely in English.
Qualification goals
Graduates are able to independently develop strategies and technical solutions for the sustainable management of water resources. They qualify for a responsible position in planning and engineering offices, industrial companies, the public sector, international development cooperation and science and acquire the ability to write a dissertation.
Requirements
See the prospective students page (link to website in German) of the Master's program
Application
Online via the KIT application portal (link to website in German)
Further information on the website of the study program (link to website in German)
Contact persons
Academic advisor
Dr. Victor Dupuis (victor.dupuis∂kit.edu)
Dean of Studies
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Steffen Freitag (steffen.freitag∂kit.edu)
Study Commission Civil Engineers
Program Coordination
PD Dr. rer.nat. Ulf Mohrlok (ulf.mohrlok∂kit.edu)
Information about studying abroad
Student representatives of Civil Engineering
Module handbooks
Statutes and regulations
Study and examination regulations (German version)
Admission regulations (German version)
Dates
Courses, see course catalogue
Double Degree Program with UNISTRA
Continental Water Sustainability
| Expected length of the Double Degree | 2 years (4 semesters) |
| Where |
1st semester - Karlsruhe 2nd and 3rd semester - Strasbourg 4th semester - Karlsruhe or Strasbourg |
| Scope | 120 ECTS |
| Degree | Master of Science |
| Language of Instruction | English |
Within the Master in Water Science and Engineering, a double degree in Continental Water Sustainability is offered in cooperation with the University of Strasbourg.
The double degree combines technical knowledge derived from water-related engineering and natural sciences with social sciences to create a well-rounded interdisciplinary graduate profile. The focus is set on a holistic approach to study and protect hydrosystems. At KIT future graduates will be imparted the fundamental physical knowledge to understand and analyse hydrosystems, while at the university of Strasburg students will learn how to manage and govern these systems not only from an ecological but also socio-political point of view.
The approach is problem-solving oriented with the students being trained in thinking across disciplines from river engineering, hydrology and ecology to human and social sciences in order to develop sustainable solutions for hydrosystems which consider both nature and society. Via interdisciplinary projects, the development of communication and project-management skills, graduates will have a versatile profile allowing them to work for public administrations, the private sector and international organizations in the water sector.
The study plan with the list of compulsory courses to be taken at KIT and Strasbourg is available on the UNISTRA webpage. For an overview of courses offered only at KIT within the double degree have also a look here.
Please visit the UNISTRA webpage for a comprehensive description of the double degree.
Future graduate students need to apply for this double degree at KIT or at UNISTRA.