Universidade Federal do Paraná (UFPR) in Curitiba, Brazil (A Master’s double degree programme can be offered for those who are interested.)
The programme also offers electives and key qualifications modules in the German language for students who possess sufficient German language proficiency.
Our Master's Programme starts each October (winter semester) on-site.
The MSc WASTE programme has two application periods, the first one for EPOS-DAAD scholars and the second one for regular applicants.
Further information concerning application procedures and deadlines can be found on our website: https://www.waste.uni-stuttgart.de/.
*Keep in mind that applications for EPOS-DAAD require two years of professional relevant experience. You can find more information about the scholarship programme on the following website: https://www.daad.de/en/information-services-for-higher-education-institutions/further-information-on-daad-programmes/epos/.
EU citizens do not pay tuition, whereas non-EU citizens pay a tuition of 1,500 EUR per semester.
The Air Quality Control, Solid Waste and Waste Water Process Engineering (WASTE) Master of Science programme is a four-semester international English-taught programme at the University of Stuttgart.
In the first semester, students attend five out of six compulsory modules (advanced modules) concentrating on the fundamentals of environmental and process engineering. These modules lay the foundations for the specialised areas and lectures of the second and third semesters.
In the second semester, students attend the sixth compulsory module and choose two out of three specialised areas: Air Quality Control, Solid Waste, or Waste Water Process Engineering. Each specialised area consists of one core module, two elective modules, and practical work or an industrial internship. Depending on the individual study plan, additional elective modules, a student research project and/or an industrial internship can be taken in the second and third semesters as well.
The individual study plan enables students to develop their professional profiles in accordance to their own interests and needs. Furthermore, it allows them to either broaden their studies or to specialise. The modules are supplemented by excursions and practical work within the research facilities of the university institutes. An adviser ensures that each individual programme is efficient and goal-oriented.
The fourth semester is dedicated to the Master's thesis, which can be done at the University of Stuttgart, at a company, or at another university/research facility.
Students without prior German language proficiency have to participate in German courses throughout the programme. If students are exempt from the German language courses, other interdisciplinary module(s) with equivalent credits have to be taken instead. These can be selected out of a broad catalogue of key qualifications. Students who are proficient in German may also choose additional electives taught in German.
Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded a Master of Science degree (MSc).
Additionally, it is possible for the students to conduct the second year of studies within the frame of a double degree programme with the Universidade Federal do Paraná in Brazil.
The first two semesters are accompanied by German language classes.
During the first semester, all students attend five compulsory modules (advanced modules), which include the fundamentals of process and environmental engineering.
1. Module: Thermodynamics and Fluid Dynamics
2. Module: Pollutant Formation and Air Quality Control
3. Module: Chemistry and Biology for Environmental Engineers
4. Module: Sanitary Engineering
5. Module: Technology Assessment and Presentation Techniques
6. German as Foreign Language I
In the second semester, two modules are mandatory:
1. Module: Process Engineering
2. German as Foreign Language II
Students also choose two out of the three specialised areas. Each area consists of one core module, two elective modules and practical work or an industrial internship. The following core modules must be attended for each specialised area:
Additional elective modules must be chosen in the second and third semesters. Some examples of the elective modules include the following:
You can find a detailed list of the course descriptions in our module handbook. The fourth semester is dedicated to the Master's thesis.
An optional industrial internship can be included in the study plan, either as a part of the specialised areas or the advanced modules.
EU citizens do not pay tuition, whereas non-EU citizens pay a tuition of 1,500 EUR per semester.
Approx. 200 EUR per semester
Living expenses amount to about 940 EUR per month. You will have to demonstrate that you have sufficient finances to cover your living expenses for 12 months. EU citizens may apply for state-guaranteed loans during the time of enrolment. For more information, see the links on our websites.
You can finance your studies through the EPOS-DAAD programme. https://www.daad.de/en/information-services-for-higher-education-institutions/further-information-on-daad-programmes/epos/
If you are not eligible for the EPOS-DAAD programme, the University of Stuttgart offers additional information about financial aid and scholarships: Financial aid and scholarships | University of Stuttgart (uni-stuttgart.de)
The following admission requirements must be met:
EPOS-DAAD applicants must fulfil additional requirements:
A TOEFL (CBT) score of 213 points or equivalent test results (e.g., TOEFL iBT 88 or TOEFL PBT 550, IELTS band 6.5) as proof of sufficient knowledge of English
Minimum German level: A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
International students without prior knowledge of German must attend the intensive German language course in September (free of charge).
The MSc WASTE programme has two application periods, the first one for EPOS-DAAD scholars and the second one for regular applicants.
Further information concerning application procedures and deadlines can be found on our website: https://www.waste.uni-stuttgart.de/.
*Keep in mind that applications for EPOS-DAAD require two years of professional relevant experience. You can find more information about the scholarship programme on the following website: https://www.daad.de/en/information-services-for-higher-education-institutions/further-information-on-daad-programmes/epos/.
Please follow the application procedure stated on our website: https://www.waste.uni-stuttgart.de/.
We are looking forward to receiving your application!
Best regards,
Your MSc WASTE office team
Please be aware that it may be very challenging to finance your whole studies by working. Non-EU citizens are allowed by law to work for a maximum of 120 days per year. Only students who are employed by the university in one of the institutes or departments ("Studentische/Wissenschaftliche Hilfskräfte") are exempt from this regulation, but other restrictions may apply.
For detailed information, please consult our websites:
International Students: financing your studies and Working during your studies.
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