Overview

The MSc Hydro Science and Engineering programme of International Institute Zittau, Central Academic Unit of TU Dresden is divided into a basic programme and an advanced programme during the first three semesters. A final semester is dedicated to the master's thesis.

General information for the degree programme

During the basic programme (first semester), students take classes in statistics, climatology and hydrology, geodesy and soils. Students with a degree in sciences need to take classes in hydromechanics and hydraulic engineering, students with a degree in engineering need to study ecology and hydrochemistry.

During the advanced programme (second and third semester) students need to choose five modules out of the following possibilities:

climatic change and socio-economy;

groundwater (land use systems and soil water management);

ecotoxicology/water quality management/limnology;

systems analysis and hydro dynamics;

watershed management;

contaminants in aquatic systems and drinking water treatment;

urban water;

biotechnology and contaminated site treatment, etc.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics

Climatology and Hydrology

Geodesy

Soils

Hydromechanics

Hydraulic Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dresden, Germany
Tharandt, Germany

Disciplines

Hydrology & Water Management View 19 other Masters in Hydrology & Water Management in Germany

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

94

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

a first university degree in a science or engineering degree (e.g. in Hydrology, Meteorology, Geography, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, Water management, Construction engineering, Waste management and contaminated sites, Landscape architecture, Forestry and agricultural engineering, Environmental engineering or related study courses),
English language skills at the C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (evidenced by a language certificate like TOEFL, IELTS, UNIcert®)
proof of basic knowledge of Mathematics and the Natural sciences to be tested in an aptitude test.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at TU Dresden and/or in Germany, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

No tuition fee. Students have to pay a semester fee of 288,10 EUR.

Living costs

Dresden

Germany

756 - 1107 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Hydro Science and Engineering.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

On this page

About

Overview

General information for the degree programme

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Dresden

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners