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Master's degree 2
MEng Master of Healthy and Sustainable Buildings • Deggendorf Institute of Technology •
Pfarrkirchen 2

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Master's degree
MEng Master of Healthy and Sustainable Buildings
Deggendorf Institute of Technology • Pfarrkirchen

Overview

Degree Master of Engineering (MEng)

Teaching language
English

Languages Course language: English

Programme duration 4 semesters

Beginning Summer semester

More information on The summer semester starts on 15 March.

beginning of studies

Application deadline 15 November until 15 January for March entries (summer semester)

Tuition fees per semester in None

EUR

Combined Master's degree / No

PhD programme

Joint degree / double degree No

programme

Description/content This Master’s programme in Healthy and Sustainable Buildings will be taught at the European
Campus Rottal-Inn (ECRI).

The programme qualifies students in a very comprehensive set of methods and technologies in the
fields of healthy and sustainable buildings and neighbourhoods, including sustainable energy
supply systems, combined with applications in various areas of the construction and real estate
industries.

Students from around the world learn the historical development of sustainability, its current state,
including the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and possible future scenarios and are able to
transfer this knowledge to the specific situation in their country of origin.

Students will gain the specific skills required for the energy-saving, resource- saving, evidence-
based, healthy and modern requirements in different economic, socio-cultural and ecological
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 environments.

This Master's programme broadens students' existing knowledge from undergraduate

programmes, such as architecture, construction engineering, technical building equipment,
energy-efficient construction, or related programmes, and also from professional work experience.

Due to the diverse requirements that arise in the field of healthy and sustainable construction, this
Master's programme is designed for a total of four semesters (three semesters of study and one
semester for the Master‘s thesis). This ensures that graduates are perfectly prepared for the
complex challenges in their working lives. In addition, students who have completed their
Bachelor's degree programmes with 180 credits then go on to graduate from this Master's degree
programme with a minimum pass grade are entitled to enter a doctorate programme.

All lectures will be held in English. Therefore, proficiency in the English language is an essential
prerequisite. German courses are offered parallel to the Master's programme – upon the end of the
Master's programme, an A1 level is required.

Course Details

Course organisation The Master’s programme in Healthy and Sustainable Buildings comprises three theoretical
semesters and is concluded with a Master's thesis (in the fourth semester). Upon successful
completion, the Master of Engineering degree is awarded.

Course-specific, integrated No
German language courses

Course-specific, integrated No
English language courses

Costs / Funding

Tuition fees per semester in None

EUR

Semester contribution 62 EUR student service fee per semester

Costs of living Approx. 700 EUR per month

Funding opportunities Yes

within the university

Description of the above- If you are an enrolled student at Deggendorf Institute of Technology, there are several
mentioned funding opportunities to partially finance your studies through a scholarship.
opportunities within the
university

Requirements / Registration

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 Academic admission Bachelor's degree (or equivalent, 180 ECTS) in civil and environmental engineering, architecture, or
requirements related courses

Language requirements Please find the language requirements for this degree course here: https://www.th-
deg.de/en/apply#language-requirements

Application deadline 15 November until 15 January for March entries (summer semester)

Submit application to Please apply directly to Deggendorf Institute of Technology via our application portal. All required
documents must be uploaded on the application portal. It is not necessary to send in hard copies
by postal mail.

Please find here more details regarding our application process: https://www.th-
deg.de/en/apply#international

Services

Possibility of finding part- There are various job opportunities in and around Pfarrkirchen.
time employment

Accommodation A supportive environment is vital for students to feel comfortable and do well in their studies.
Therefore, we go to great efforts to support our students on personal, social and academic levels.

The International Office assists international students with all matters regarding accommodation.

In Pfarrkirchen, many flats are available in close proximity to the campus. View our flat rental
website for private accommodation and get directly into contact with landlords: https://pmit-
ext.th-deg.de/wb/search

For further information, please contact: accommodation-dit@th-deg.de.

Career advisory service Career service workshops and seminars are held throughout the year to help students with their
job applications and interview techniques.

We provide the following:

CV checks
Workshops and seminars for job preparation
University job fair

Furthermore, we offer the Job Rock-It programme, especially designed for international degree-
seeking students. In this programme, a clever combination of seminars, workshops and lectures
provides a basic understanding of the German economy and thus enables easy access to the
German labour market. This programme can help students with their final theses, and it can lead to
internships or even permanent positions after graduation.

Specific specialist or non-

Welcome event
specialist support for
Buddy programme
international students and
Tutors
doctoral candidates
Cultural and linguistic preparation
Accompanying programme
Visa matters

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Deggendorf Institute of Technology

European Campus building

We are a multi-award-winning university of applied sciences founded in 1994 and located in stunning Bavaria. Ranked as one of the best
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universities of applied sciences in Germany, we strive for academic excellence and are committed to producing global graduates with
international degrees at the Bachelor's and Master's level. The total student population of more than 8,200 includes 34% international
students from all over the globe. The language of instruction is either English or German, depending on the degree programme. Study
groups rarely include more than 50 students to ensure not only a personal atmosphere but also individual support for students to excel. All
full-time degree programmes are free from tuition fees.

Explore our fields of study!

Let us inspire you:

See the advantages of studying at DIT.

Read through the International Prospectus.

Intensive support:

A supportive environment is vital for students to feel comfortable and do well in their studies. We go to great efforts to support our
students on personal, social and academic levels. International students who wish to experience the Bavarian lifestyle in a family can join
the “Host Family Programme”. “International Tutors” provide social support for international students, while “Study Buddies” help
students to understand challenging lecture content. The International Office supports with accommodation, visas, health insurance,
scholarships, etc. in addition to organising an orientation week and intercultural training for all incoming internationals.

Find out more about student support.

International experience:

Our 195 partner universities worldwide provide enrolled students with opportunities to gain experience and earn credits towards their
degrees through foreign exchange semesters, or in some cases, through double-degree studies abroad.

Practical experience:

All undergraduate studies include a compulsory internship, giving students the opportunity to practice their hands-on skills. Postgraduate
students have the opportunity to work on practical research and development projects on our own technology campuses. We cooperate
with more than 500 companies, including global players such as BMW, MAN, Continental and Siemens, where students can gain invaluable
work experience. The university's career service organises a range of practical workshops and seminars to prepare students for the job
market, meaning our graduates are particularly successful in the job market; 87% enter into permanent employment directly after
graduation.

Student lifestyle:

We consider a good lifestyle to be an important factor for the well-being of our students. They are supported with many facilities, such as a
range of student clubs, an extensive sports programme, a big band, a campus cinema, an international week including an international
food fair, and social activities or day trips organised by the Erasmus Student Network. Our annual campus open day and summer open-air
music festival are firm favourites among our staff and student community.

University location
University location

Our three teaching campuses are located in Bavaria in Southern Germany, close to the city of Munich, the Austrian border and the Alps. Our
main flagship campus is located in charming Deggendorf and is the base for most students. TheEuropean Campus Rottal-Inn is a dynamic
and multicultural study environment where all classes are exclusively in English. The Cham campus is a cosy international hub for AI and
mechatronic students.

View the campuses

Deggendorf Campus:

The Deggendorf campus is our largest campus, and it has recently undergone a vast extension to accommodate the expanding university
community. It has a modern, central courtyard with a hovering deck over water where staff and students relax while having lunch,
socialising, revising or just lounging. All lecture rooms, science labs, facilities and service centres are based on and around campus,
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creating an excellent studying environment.

The beautiful town of Deggendorf has a population of 40,000 and is located on the banks of the Danube river at the foot of the Bavarian
Forest. Munich International Airport is one hour’s drive away and can easily be accessed by public transport. Our students enjoy vibrant
social lives, as Deggendorf has plenty to offer: restaurants, cafés and pubs, plus many cultural festivals and events. It has an excellent
network of bike trails, leisure cruise ships on the river and a surrounding hilly landscape that provides a stunning natural backdrop to enjoy
countless recreational activities.

Newly built, self-contained student apartment blocks are within close walking or biking proximity to campus, the town centre and all local
amenities.

European Rottal-Inn campus:

At the European Rottal-Inn campus, all Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes are conducted exclusively in English, creating a
dynamic study environment with a diverse and international student community.

The campus is nestled in the town of Pfarrkirchen among rolling, picturesque hills between the Danube and Inn rivers, close to the Austrian
border. Pfarrkirchen has become culturally renowned in the area due to its exceptional art exhibitions, museum nights, festivals and
events throughout the year. In summer, the old town festival tempts thousands of visitors with its multicultural culinary and musical
events. All year round, students enjoy the relaxed Bavarian atmosphere in local cafés, restaurants and markets in the traditional town
square. The surrounding beautiful Rott Valley has a range of appealing leisure activities, being well-known for its spas, golf courses,
equestrian sports and extensive bike network.

Cham campus:

The Cham campus is our newest and most compact campus, with almost 350 students, 75% being international students. Its Master's
programmes are taught completely in English, and students benefit from intensive personal supervision in small study groups. The campus
has a close relationship with regional and national companies in the field of mechatronics, so students learn in both an applied and
scientific way.

Only a ten-minute walk from the town centre of Cham, the campus offers a unique atmosphere. Situated directly on the Regen River,
students complete their studies in a relaxed and scenic country environment.

There are plenty of leisure facilities within walking distance of the campus: a leisure park with various sports facilities, a swimming pool
with access to the river, a cinema, a climbing hall, shops and restaurants. It’s a great place to live and study!

Contact
Deggendorf Institute of Technology
Faculty European Campus Rottal-Inn

Max-Breiherr-Straße 32
84347 Pfarrkirchen

welcome@th-deg.de
Course website: https://www.th-deg.de/hsb-m-en

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