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MEngRestricted admission
Master
Environmental and Recycling Technology
Winter: Apr 30, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (286.4 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter
About Environmental and Recycling Technology
Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers a comprehensive program in Environmental and Recycling Technology. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges and develop sustainable solutions. The university's state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty ensure that students receive a high-quality education. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in environmental consulting, waste management, and renewable energy. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, students gain valuable experience that prepares them for success in the field.
Specialization
Specialization 1: Environmental Technology (ET) Specialisation 2: Recycling Technology (RT)
Fields of study
Environmental Engineering(Engineering)
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Environmental and Recycling Technology at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
English language
IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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English proficiency level (TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0 or a Bachelor's degree in English)
the English language at language level B2
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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required
Applicants with a degree comprising only 180 ECTS credits have the possibility to complete a qualification semester before starting the Master's programme.
Not required
Prerequisites
- Completed Bachelor‘s degree in Environmental Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Waste Management, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related fields • Overall grade point average(GPA) of 2.5 according to German grading system or better • English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0 or Bachelor‘s Medium of Instruction was English) • APS certificate (mandatory for students from China and Vietnam, India
Depending on the number of ECTS credits earned in the Bachelor's programme, applicants may have to complete a qualifying semester (winter semester) before starting the Master's programme (1st regular semester is the summer semester).
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Environmental and Recycling Technology
Programme-specific documents
Duly completed online application on uni-assist portal
university entrance qualification (school leaving certificate, university entrance exam in the home country or, if applicable, in Germany)
Complete Bachelor's degree certificate and Transcript of Records (Proof of completed Bachelor's studies)
If applicable, Translations of the above mentioned documents (in case they are not in German, English or French)
APS certificate (only for graduates from universities in China, Vietnam or India)
Official certificates of proficiency in the language of instruction
- German-taught programmes: DSH 2, Test DaF 4x4 points, telc C1 Hochschule, Major or Minor German Language Certificate (GDS or KDS) or Central Advanced Language Test (ZOP) of the Goethe Institute
- English-taught programmes: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0 or Bachelor's Medium of Instruction = English
⇒ certificates from private institutes or other than the above mentioned cannot be accepted!
Applicants must submit a certified copy of their Bachelor's degree certificate, a transcript of records, proof of English language proficiency and an APS certificate (if applicable). Additional documents such as a letter of motivation may also be required.
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Environmental and Recycling Technology at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
Application procedure
The application procedure depends primarily on the country where you acquired your university entrance qualification (secondary school leaving qualification, university aptitude test, university entrance exam, proof of successfully completed studies) or your first university degree (Bachelor).
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Application quick facts
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uni_assist
Mode
online
Application fee
75 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
Varies
Address
ADDRESS
University of Applied Sciences
Nordhausen
Weinberghof 4
99734 Nordhausen
Germany
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
286.4 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,476 – 12,476 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
There are no tuition fees for studying at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
You pay a semester fee for the first time when you receive the notification of enrollment. The semester fee is 155,44 € at the moment.
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
64%
7 accepted out of 11 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.20
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
1.71
Best admitted grade
German scale
2.28
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 11 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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