Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology

Sustainable infrastructure solutions, drinking water safety, or climate-neutral energy sources – geotechnical engineers and hydrogeologists have a pivotal role to play in the development and application of technological solutions to some of the pressing problems of the 21 st century. Students of the Master’s degree program Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology (M.Sc.) learn to tackle geological and technical problems with scientific and engineering expertise. The degree program is located at the interface of natural and engineering sciences. Its students deepen their knowledge of applied geology and deal with geological, mineralogical, and petrographic methods, particularly against the background of issues in civil engineering, environmental engineering, surveying, and mechanical engineering. They learn to explore and investigate the natural subsurface, evaluate the properties of rocks and mountains, and determine the hydrochemical and hydrogeological properties of water. They can specialize in engineering geology, alpine natural hazards/engineering geomorphology, hydrogeology, or geothermal energy. Graduates of the degree program are experts in the geologically and hydrogeologically sound design of a wide variety of infrastructures and assessing hazards of geosphere-human interaction. They know how to plan and implement measures in traffic route construction, special civil engineering, tunnel and cavern construction, geothermal plants, and alpine natural hazards in a sustainable and low-risk manner. This qualifies them for responsible jobs in engineering offices, construction companies, or public administration, as well as for continuing their scientific work within the framework of a doctorate. For a comprehensive description of the program, please refer to the degree program documentation: Degree program documentation for the Master’s program in Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology (German) (PDF) Program structure The first three semesters cover discipline-specific fundamentals in the areas of engineering geology and hydrogeology. These are accompanied by laboratory and project work. Additionally, in the second and third semesters, elective modules provide the opportunity to specialize on an individual basis. The fourth semester is devoted to the Master’s thesis, in which students’ acquired knowledge and methodological competencies converge. Overview degree program structure (German) (PDF 552 KB) Language of instruction Required language skills for admission: You need sufficient German and English language skills if you wish to apply for this program. Evidence of your proficiency in both languages has to be submitted before the end of the application deadline. Learn more about recognized certificates and other ways to prove your language skills . This evidence of your language proficiency confirms that you comply with the minimum language requirements for admission to the program. Depending on the program and your individual background, it may be necessary for you to keep working on your language skills during your studies. Be sure to take a look at the services of our Language Center. Languages of instruction: The languages of instruction for this program are German and English. This means that you need to complete modules in both German and English in the course of your studies. Information on study organization Information on exams Contact Examination Board Information on studying abroad Information on internships Academic Regulations:

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