Process Engineering and Energy Technology Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences

Courses are held in English (100%). However, basic German language skills are required, too. Participants can choose to write the Master's thesis in either English or German.

The practice-oriented Master's study programme in Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) is based on a Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering (or a related process engineering degree) and is designed as follows:

• 90 ECTS credit points (min. three semesters), starting from a Bachelor's degree equivalent to 210 ECTS credit points
• 30 + 90 ECTS credit points (min. four semesters), starting from a Bachelor's degree equivalent to 180 ECTS credit points

Internationality as well as the application of modern teaching methods are placed in focus. Special focus is placed on the teaching of key competencies.

• Student exchange with other non-German universities
• Master's thesis projects in industry or research organisations
• The teaching of soft skills as qualification for engineers
• Practical exercises to complement the lecture programme

The Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) Master's programme includes topics such as renewable energies, resource efficiency, energy efficiency, and environmental technologies. Successful completion of the Master's course of study with the academic degree of "Master of Science" entitles the graduate to study for a doctorate (PhD).

The lecture period has a duration of 14 weeks and begins in the following months:

• October (winter semester)
• April (summer semester)

Applicants with a non-European Bachelor's degree have to start the application procedure via uni-assist. The deadlines are:

• winter semester: 30 June
• summer semester: 31 December

Applicants with a European Bachelor's degree have to follow another application procedure, as described on our webpages – see the application procedure. The deadlines are:

• winter semester: 15 August
• summer semester: 15 February

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The Master's course of study in Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) is based on a 210 ECTS equivalent Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering (or a related process engineering degree) and is structured as follows:

First semester:

• Measurement and Prediction of Physical/Chemical Properties
• Fundamentals of Simulation incl. Numerical Mathematics
• Process Simulation: Flowsheets and Control
• Fundamentals of Solar and Wind Energy
• Energy from Biomass
• Advanced Energy Conversion

Second semester:

• Chemical Reactions and Process Engineering
• Electrochemical Processes (Electrolysis, Fuel Cells, Corrosion, etc.)
• Advanced Thermal Processes
• Power-to-X Technologies or Nanotechnology
• Environmental Engineering
• Research Seminar & Master Leadership

Third semester:

• Master's thesis project

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A Master's thesis project is possible outside Germany, e.g. in your home country.

An ERASMUS-funded semester outside Germany (at a European but non-German university) is possible.

There is no internship integrated in the course of study.

No tuition fees

420 EUR (winter semester 2025/2026)

The semester contribution includes a semester ticket covering public transport on all local public transport services nationwide.

Living costs in Bremerhaven are quite low in comparison to other German cities. The estimated amount of 800 to 1,100 EUR per month should be sufficient to cover basic expenditures. However, the amount of money spent by the student depends very strongly on her/his standard of living. Here is a rough estimation of monthly costs:

• health insurance: 110 EUR (for non-EU applicants)
• rent: 350 to 500 EUR
• food and others: 350 to 450 EUR

Detailed admission conditions can be found here: 

• https://www.hs-bremerhaven.de/en/study/study-programmes/peet

An applicant to the Process Engineering and Energy Technology (PEET) Master's programme must fulfil the following academic requirements:

• an academic degree in a field relevant to the PEET course content (chemical engineering or similar)
• a Bachelor's degree equivalent to 210 ECTS credit points (exception: a Bachelor's degree equivalent to 180 ECTS credit points, then an additional learning agreement of extra 30 ECTS is obligatory)
• The final grade for the Bachelor's degree must be at least "good" (German grade 2.3 or equivalent).

Applicants must provide proof of their German and English skills according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR):

• German level A1
• English level C1 (exceptions: English native speakers and/or the previous Bachelor's study programme was taught 100% in English)

Applicants with a non-European Bachelor's degree have to start the application procedure via uni-assist. The deadlines are:

• winter semester: 30 June
• summer semester: 31 December

Applicants with a European Bachelor's degree have to follow another application procedure, as described on our webpages – see the application procedure. The deadlines are:

• winter semester: 15 August
• summer semester: 15 February

The Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) provides support to students at the Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences who show excellent academic achievements and also engage in voluntary activities. Students can apply for funding of 300 EUR per month. The scholarship does not count toward BAföG and does not need to be repaid. The programme is financed by regional companies, institutions, foundations, private individuals and the Federal Ministry for Education and Research with equal shares. In addition to the financial support, scholarship holders are also accompanied by regional sponsors. Sponsors and scholarship holders meet regularly for events, which are organised by the university together with the scholarship holders. Personal contact between the sponsors and the scholarship holders is also appreciated.

Graduation scholarships for international degree-seeking students (DAAD programm STIBET I)

Students may work up to 140 days (or 280 half days) per year. The university offers student jobs (student tutor, lab assistant, etc.) currently at a rate of 14.28 EUR per hour (as of 1 February 2025).

Accommodation is available through the Student Service Office (Studierendenwerk Bremen) or on the private market. A single room in a shared flat costs approx. 300 EUR/month. One-room flats cost approx. 500 EUR/month. Private accommodation can be found online:

• International Office
• ASTA Bremerhaven

The Career Service Centre is the intersection between the university and the job market. It supports students with information and personalised advice on starting their career. 

The Career Service Centre provides:

• coaching for students such as: guidance and portfolio checks
• mock interviews
• seminars and workshops in cooperation with external providers, in order to prepare students for their career start

For support, please contact:

• Student Advisory Service
• International Office