Overview

As the transition to climate-neutral energy systems presents significant challenges, hydrogen offers a key solution for many industrial and transport applications that still rely on gaseous and liquid fuels.Hands-on experience is at the heart of the Sustainable Energy and Hydrogen Infrastructures course at Ruhr University Bochum: through immersive projects, partnerships with industry leaders and exposure to current research, you can put your knowledge to work and position yourself as a driving force in the energy transition. We also emphasise the development of your leadership and intercultural skills to prepare you for success in an international environment.

Career

The MSc in Sustainable Energy and Hydrogen Infrastructure opens the door to a wealth of exciting career opportunities in the rapidly growing field of sustainable energy. Graduates can work as energy analysts, analysing energy markets and technologies, or as renewable energy project managers, managing projects from planning to implementation.Sustainable energy consultants will have the opportunity to help companies develop and implement green strategies, while industrial engineers specialising in energy technology will optimise technical and economic solutions.There are also opportunities for research and development engineers to drive innovative technologies in the energy sector, and hydrogen infrastructure specialists to create solutions for hydrogen production and distribution. Regulatory consultants navigate the legal frameworks within the energy sector, and sustainability managers help implement sustainability strategies within organisations.As an energy market researcher, you will identify business opportunities or take on the role of an energy sector leader, responsible for strategic planning in companies focused on renewable energy and sustainable technologies.This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need for a career that is vital to the future of our planet. Join us and be part of the solution in creating a sustainable energy landscape.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Energy Systems

Renewable Energy Technologies

Hydrogen Technologies

Planning of Infrastructure

Smart Grids & Energy Storage and Sector Coupling

Compulsory Electives: Skills for the German Labor Market

Spatial Planning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Düsseldorf, Germany

Disciplines

Hydrology & Water Management Sustainable Energy View 41 other Masters in Sustainable Energy 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

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students can only be admitted to the Master’s degree programme “M.Sc. Sustainability Energy and Hydrogen Infrastructure ” if they:

have completed Bachelor’s degree or a course of study leading to the state examination or an equivalent course of study in one of the subjects:preferably engineering sciences (spatial planning, process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering), natural sciences (geography, physics, chemistry), economics (specialising in energy management). The examination board decides on related subjects.

specialised knowledge preferably in the fields of location and infrastructure planning, energy technology, energy economics,

have sufficient knowledge of the English language, B2 level.

can provide evidence of relevant professional experience of at least one year. The document should be from the company for which you worked at stating your start and end date, as well as your tasks.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

9990 EUR / year

≈ 9990 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

9990 EUR / year

≈ 9990 EUR / year

Living costs

Düsseldorf

Germany

996 - 1318 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

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