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Technische Hochschule Köln
Master English Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Integrated Water Resources Management (Master of Science)

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Water resources, the indispensable basis for development, food supply and health, are becoming increasingly scarce and polluted. The concept of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) offers solutions to the water crisis by linking water to other vital resources. It regards the whole water cycle in connection with human interventions as the basis for sustainable water management. The Master's program is application-oriented, aiming to educate experts in the field of Integrated Water Resources Management. The program requires cross-linked thinking and provides economic and managerial competencies alongside technical knowledge. The program is offered in two lines: IWRM Master's Joint Exchange Program with focus on the Middle East and Northern Africa region (IWRM-MENA) in cooperation with German Jordanian University, and Single Degree Master's Program IWRM International.
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Water resources, the indispensable basis for development, food supply and health, are becoming increasingly scarce and polluted. The concept of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) offers solutions to the water crisis by linking water to other vital resources. It regards the whole water cycle in connection with human interventions as the basis for sustainable water management. The Master's program is application-oriented, aiming to educate experts in the field of Integrated Water Resources Management. The program requires cross-linked thinking and provides economic and managerial competencies alongside technical knowledge. The program is offered in two lines: IWRM Master's Joint Exchange Program with focus on the Middle East and Northern Africa region (IWRM-MENA) in cooperation with German Jordanian University, and Single Degree Master's Program IWRM International.

Application Requirements

* Gerekli minimum derece: Mühendislik, doğa bilimleri, coğrafya, mimarlık veya çevre bilimleri alanında, Master programıyla açıkça ilişkili bir Bachelor derecesi
* Gerekli minimum not: Alman not sistemine göre 3.0 (1 en iyi, 4 minimum geçme notu)
* İstenen çalışma alanıyla güçlü bir ilişki göstermelidir (ilgili modüllerde minimum 15 ECTS)
* Başvuru anında mezun olmuş olmalıdır

Language Requirements

* TOEFL IBT: 79 puan (her bölümde en az orta-üstü seviye)
* IELTS: Genel 6.0 puan (hiçbir bölüm 5.5'in altında olmamalıdır)
* Cambridge ESOL: Minimum FCE
* Test sonuçları başvuru anında 5 yıldan eski olmamalıdır
* Anadili İngilizce olanlar, hem okulda hem de üniversitede eğitim dilinin İngilizce olduğunu kanıtlamalıdır
* Almanca dil yeterliliği gerekli değildir ancak varıştan önce (A2 seviyesi) önerilir

Required Documents

* Gerekli belgeler: Bachelor derecesi (bireysel notları içeren Transcript of Records dahil), lise diploması, İngilizce dil yeterliliği kanıtı, motivasyon mektubu (1 sayfa, İngilizce), özgeçmiş, Master tezi için proje fikri (2 sayfa, İngilizce)
* Araştırma önerisi bilimsel bir şekilde yazılmalıdır (referanslar, doğru alıntı ve referans listesi)
* Belgeler Almanca veya İngilizce dışında bir dilde ise, yeminli tercüman tarafından yapılmış çeviriler gereklidir

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Integrated Water Resources Management (Master of Science) at Technische Hochschule Köln

Is Integrated Water Resources Management at Technische Hochschule Köln taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Integrated Water Resources Management programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Integrated Water Resources Management at Technische Hochschule Köln?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Integrated Water Resources Management?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Hochschule Köln — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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