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Water Resources and Environmental Management

Leibniz Universität Hannover
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Hannover, Germany
Language English

Program Overview

The Water Resources and Environmental Management at Leibniz Universität Hannover is a MSc programme in Business & Management 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 business & management. 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 Water Resources and Environmental Management 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Hannover, Germany

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Water Resources and Environmental Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Natural Sciences
  2. Environmental Hydraulics
  3. Hydrology & Water Resources Management I
  4. Environmental Data Analysis
  5. Hydrology & Water Resources Management II
  6. Ecology & Water Resources
  7. Hydrological Modelling
  8. Special Topics in Water Resources Management
  9. Sanitary Engineering
  10. Solid Waste Management
  11. Water Supply & Industrial Water Management
  12. Special Topics in Sanitary Engineering
  13. Elective Supplements:
  14. Hydraulic Engineering
  15. Computer & Informatics
  16. Water, Soils & Vegetation
  17. Practical Training in Sanitary Engineering
  18. Flow & Transport Processes
  19. Environmental Economics
  20. Environmental & Coastal Management
  21. Soft Skills and Projects:
  22. Research Planning
  23. Research Project & Colloquium
  24. Theories & Methods of Research
  25. German Language I/II
  26. Master Thesis

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Completed application form;
  • Bachelor of Science certificate (certified copy). If not yet available at time of application, applicants have to send a proof of the hitherto obtained credit points and marks;
  • University transcript (certified copy), including a description of the grading system;
  • Curriculum Vitae; (signed by applicant)
  • Letter of motivation, at least indicating the qualifications and interests of the candidate and a prospect of further activities related to the field of studies; (signed by applicant)
  • International certificate of English language (original or certified copy) (TOEFL: internet based iBT 80 pts. min., paper based (PBT) 550 pts. min., new scale 213 pts. min.; IELTS 6.0 min); min., new scale 213 pts. min.; IELTS 6.0 min.; Cambridge; or Michigan Certificate);
  • School leaving certificate (certified copy)
  • Two letters of recommendation (original) (for scholarship application);
  • Optional: proofs of professional experience, attributed scholarships by DAAD or others (certified copy), special qualifications and awards.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 425 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Leibniz Universit\xc3\xa4t Hannover 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 Leibniz Universität Hannover

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Leibniz Universität Hannover

Hannover, Germany

Leibniz University Hannover, also known as the University of Hannover, is a public research university located in Hanover, Germany. Founded on 2 May 1831 as Higher Vocational School, the...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Oct, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months