Sustainable Urban Development
Master of Science
Description
The Joint Degree Master Programme “Sustainable Urban Development” is a full-time Master Programme at the Vietnamese-German University (VGU) in Ho Chi Minh City and the Technical University of Darmstadt. Like the topic “Sustainable Urban Development” itself, the programme is multi- and interdisciplinary. Students are introduced to the methods required to solve the challenges of sustainable urban development on a project-related basis. Graduates of this programme are able to initiate, control and implement processes of sustainable urban development at various levels (regional, city-wide, neighbourhood-related, construction project-related).
Application for admission into the programme is possible either at the VGU or at the Technical University of Darmstadt. Those who apply at the Technical University of Darmstadt start their studies in the first semester in Darmstadt; those who apply to the VGU start their studies in the first semester there. In the second semester, all students study jointly in Darmstadt; in the third semester, all students study at the VGU. In the fourth semester, for writing the master's thesis, students can chose the university which offers the best conditions for the individual projects they have developed.
Study Regulations with Semester Course and Examination Schedule
| Degree | Master of Science |
| Duration | 4 Semesters |
| Language | English. Individual courses/modules can be offered in German. Therefore, be prepared to read and discuss scientific literature also in German. |
| Programme Start | winter semester |
| Admission |
Applying with international qualifications (language requirements, application deadlines): International Admission. Requirements for admission to the Master’s degree programme consist of 1. a Bachelor of Science degree or Bachelor of Engineering degree in a similar area or an equivalent degree. Admission to the Master’s Degree programme may also depend on additional requirements. Specific degree entrance requirements may be found here and in the competences description. 2. a Proof of proficiency in English on C1 (GER) level; required documents. |
| Internship | - |
| Part-time Studies | not possible |
| Special Features | The Joint Degree Master Programme “Sustainable Urban Development” is a full-time Master Programme at the Vietnamese-German University (VGU) in Ho Chi Minh City and the Techncal University of Darmstadt. |
