SPRING - Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies
TU Dortmund UniversityProgram Overview
The SPRING - Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies at TU Dortmund University is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the SPRING - Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dortmund, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the SPRING - Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Module 1: Planning Approaches and Key Skills for Planners
- Module 2: Workshop - Planning Practice
- Module 3: Planning in Developing Countries and Physical Infrastructure
- Module 4: Planning Tools
- Module 5: Concepts and Theories for Planning
- Module 6: Socio-Economic Development Planning
- Module 7a: Planning and Research Methods
- Module 7b: Planning and Research Methods
- Module 8a: Policy Planning and Implementation in Ghana
- Module 8b: Policy Planning and Implementation in the Philippines
- Module 9a: Development Workshop
- Module 9b: Development Workshop
- Module 10a: Master Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For admission to the Master\'s Programme, a B.Sc or equivalent degree in chemical engineering - is required. Applicants must show an excellent previous academic performance.
Admission is based on your overall academic performance, recommendation letters, GRE scores, Statement of Purpose and further qualifications. For the evaluation bachelor courses dealing with process control systems, logics, simulation, mathematical models etc. will be weighted more than others. We will not be able to give GRE/TOEFL scores securing the admission.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact TU Dortmund University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About TU Dortmund University
TU Dortmund University
Dortmund, Germany
Die TU Dortmund ist eine Universität mit einzigartigem Profil. Sie bietet Natur-, Ingenieur- sowie Gesellschafts- und Kulturwissenschaften.
University Profile- Application Deadline Oct, 2026
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
