QS Rank:

426

Leibniz university hannover

Germany

Overview

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The "Water Resources and Environmental Engineering" (WATENV) is a research-oriented international Master of Science program focusing on interdisciplinary expertise and key qualifications in sustainable water resource management. Offered by the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science, it includes specializations and a unique double degree option with Tsinghua University in China.

Total Tuition Fees

Duration

24 Months

Ranking

#426

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Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Career Outcomes

Graduates are qualified to take on responsible positions in research, water authorities, or senior environmental administrative bodies. The job market for engineers in water resources and environmental management is multidisciplinary, interesting, and globally in demand, addressing critical problems like water scarcity, flooding, and environmental pollution.

Prospective Job Roles

Water Resources Engineer

Environmental Policy Analyst

Environmental Consultant

Hydrologist

Sanitary Engineer

Research Scientist (Water/Environment)

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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Sciences, Geosciences.

At least Good or better / None undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
95
IELTS
7
PTE
59
Cambridge
Telc English
UNIcert

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Transcript
Resume
English Proficiency Test

Curriculum Vitae
Master SOP

Application Deadlines

	Standard
Winter	Jan 15, 2026	N/A
Fall	N/A	Jul 15, 2026

Fees and Funding

No tuition fees are charged. A mandatory semester fee of €434.91 per semester (€869.82 annually) is required, covering contributions to Studentenwerk, public transport, student body, and administrative costs. Long-term tuition fees of €500 per semester apply if the standard period of study plus six tolerance semesters is exceeded. Students aged 60 and above are charged an additional tuition fee of €800 per semester. Estimated living expenses range from €965 to €1106 per month. Health insurance fee is an estimate for international students in Germany.

Tuition Fees

$0 / year