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Hochschule Furtwangen
Master German + English Engineering

Risk, Reliability and Safety Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Hochschule Furtwangen Location: Furtwangen im Schwarzwald

About the Program

In this master's degree programme, students are taught in-depth engineering know-how in risk analysis and risk assessment over three semesters. The program explores the engineering interfaces between security, occupational safety, environmental protection, fire protection, IT security and management to train experts in risk engineering. The course content covers core areas including modeling, risk assessment, and simulation. Students learn fundamental approaches to risk assessment, case-related variants (quantitative, qualitative and numerical methods), and the modeling and simulation of risk scenarios and derivation of protection concepts. In addition to the master's degree, students can obtain the additional qualification of 'Specialist Planner for Preventive Fire Protection'.
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In this master's degree programme, students are taught in-depth engineering know-how in risk analysis and risk assessment over three semesters. The program explores the engineering interfaces between security, occupational safety, environmental protection, fire protection, IT security and management to train experts in risk engineering. The course content covers core areas including modeling, risk assessment, and simulation. Students learn fundamental approaches to risk assessment, case-related variants (quantitative, qualitative and numerical methods), and the modeling and simulation of risk scenarios and derivation of protection concepts. In addition to the master's degree, students can obtain the additional qualification of 'Specialist Planner for Preventive Fire Protection'.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Risk, Reliability and Safety Engineering at Hochschule Furtwangen

Is Risk, Reliability and Safety Engineering at Hochschule Furtwangen taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Risk, Reliability and Safety Engineering 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 Risk, Reliability and Safety Engineering at Hochschule Furtwangen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Risk, Reliability and Safety Engineering?

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 Hochschule Furtwangen — 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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