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Civil Engineering M.Sc.
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Civil Engineering M.Sc.

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Key Info

Basic Information

Degree : Master of Science

Start of Studies : Winter Semester, Summer Semester

Standard Period of Studies : 4 semesters

ECTS Credits : 120Further Information: ECTS are credit points that measure the workload of one's studies.

Language : German or English

Admission Requirements

Admission to First Semester

Admission to Higher Semesters

Dates and Deadlines

Did you acquire in-depth practical engineering expertise in the Bachelor’s program? Would you like to specialize, work independently or assume a management or leadership position in a larger company or in your own construction company? The four-semester Master’s program in civil engineering will prepare you for the complex demands of challenging construction, planning and infrastructure projects. With its eight program concentrations you can expand your expertise in many areas of civil engineering. The Master’s program promotes independent work and teaches methods of scientific problem solving. You learn to develop, plan and realize technical projects as a whole and with a view to economical, ecological and legal aspects.

We are offering the following program concentrations – one English-language-taught field of study and the others mostly taught in German:

Advanced Computational Methods in Civil Engineering (English-language-taught)\ \ Production Systems and Process Management \ \ Building Construction \ \ Structural Engineering \ \ Hydraulic Engineering \ \ Tunnel Construction and Geotechnical Engineering \ \ Transportation \ \ Water Management

Program Structure

The Master’s Program in Civil Engineering is structured into three main components: required (mandatory) modules, core elective modules, and general elective modules. The wide selection of elective options allows students to tailor their studies to fit personal interests and career goals. Each concentration offers the flexibility to build a unique academic profile. In addition to specialized subject areas, students have the opportunity to enroll in free elective modules from other programs at RWTH, broadening their expertise beyond core civil engineering subjects. These options may include courses in economics, languages, or IT applications. Students can also integrate academic experiences from study abroad through a designated module, ensuring that international coursework is recognized as part of their degree requirements.

To complete the program, students must write a master’s thesis – a research-based project to be completed within six months. The thesis may be conducted in collaboration with industry. The master’s thesis concludes with a formal presentation of the results.

A detailed curriculum outline is published regularly as an appendix to the current Examination Regulations. A link to the Examination Regulations is provided at the bottom of this webpage. Additional information about the program is available in the faculty’s course description.

Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a recognized first university degree that provides the necessary foundational knowledge, as outlined in the Examination Regulations. The Examination Board reviews each application to determine if the entrance requirements are met. Recommended subject-specific prerequisites are available both as a brief summary and as a detailed guide on the faculty website.

Career Prospects

Graduates of RWTH’s Civil Engineering M.Sc. program are prepared for roles in planning, analysis, assessment, execution, and project coordination. The skills developed during the program open doors to career opportunities across a variety of sectors, both in Germany and internationally. Thanks to the program’s interdisciplinary focus, RWTH-trained civil engineers are equipped not only for traditional civil engineering roles but also for addressing complex challenges at the intersection of economics, law, infrastructure, and environmental issues.

The professional profile of graduates varies based on their chosen concentration. Details about each concentration are provided above. For further information on career opportunities, please refer to the concentration descriptions available on the faculty website.

Module Handbook and Examination Regulations

The Module Handbook provides detailed descriptions of all modules within a degree program, offering a comprehensive overview of its content, structure, and learning outcomes.

The Examination Regulations establish the formal legal framework for each degree program. They define key aspects such as program objectives, admission requirements, academic structure, and policies related to assessments and examinations.

General academic policies applicable to all Bachelor’s and Master’s programs – including language proficiency requirements – are outlined in the General Examination Regulations Governing Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Programs at RWTH (GER). These overarching policies are further detailed and tailored to individual degree programs in the Course of Study-Specific Examination Regulations, which apply the general rules to subject-specific content.

During transitional periods when multiple versions of a program’s examination regulations are in effect, newly enrolled students are automatically subject to the most recent version.

Please note: English translations of the Examination Regulations are provided for informational purposes only. In all cases, only the official German-language versions are legally binding.

Module Handbook \ Subject Specific Examination Regulations \ RWTH’s General Examination Regulations

Faculty

The Master course of study in Civil Engineering is offered by the Faculty of Civil Engineering.

Academic Advising

Formalities

Information before Beginning Studies

International Prospective Students