Overview

The Water Science course at University of Duisburg-Essen comprises compulsory modules in analytical chemistry, applied microbiology, biofouling/biocorrosion, chemometrics, environmental microbiology and water chemistry.

Within these areas, three practical courses are required. 32 out of 90 CPs are allocated to optional courses that can be chosen from a variety of water-related topics to set a more individual study focus.

Careers

Everywhere, where water is in the focus of a job. This could be in laboratories, industry, administration or consulting. Examples include:

Drinking water supply

Waste water treatment

Desalination

Water reuse

Analytical and microbiological laboratories

International aid and health organizations

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Chemometrics and Statistics

Environmental Microbiology

Water Chemistry

Environmental Chemistry: Pollutants

Environmental Chemistry: Soil/Waste

Membrane Technologies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Essen, Germany

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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100

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

a university bachelor degree in natural sciences or engineering with chemical AND biological or microbiological contents, including a bachelor thesis (final grade at least 66 grade points or 3,0 German grade)

a letter of recommendation by their home institution (non-EU/EEA)

a letter of motivation explaining why you want to study Water Science (1 page)

good command of English (a copy of a English language proficiency certificate is required with at least TOEFL 100 (internet based) or IELTS 6.5

CHINESE students please note: You have to provide an APS certificate along with your application documents.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees at the University of Duisburg-Essen, however, all students are subject to a social and student body contribution: €349.80 per semester

Living costs

Essen

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

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

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