Master in “Global Challenges for Sustainability”

Master in Global Challenges for Sustainability in Bottrop, Germany

Hochschule Ruhr West- University of Applied Sciences

Key Facts

Degree

Master in “Global Challenges for Sustainability”

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Mar 2031

uni-assist

Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Mülheim an der Ruhr

Intakes per Year

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (no tuition fees)
semester contribution:: Approx. EUR 330 per semester (includes NRW/VRR semester ticket)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None (no tuition fees)
semester contribution:: Approx. EUR 330 per semester (includes NRW/VRR semester ticket)

The Master in “Global Challenges for Sustainability” programme in Master in Global Challenges for Sustainability is offered by Hochschule Ruhr West- University of Applied Sciences, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Bottrop, Germany, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. International applicants apply through uni-assist. GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.

Language Requirements

English — C1 level (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 or equivalent)

Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Completed bachelor degree

Required Documents

Application via CHARM-EU portal (not via HRW/uni-assist)

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Bottrop Mülheim an der Ruhr

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Environmental & Sustainability

Study Forms

Joint Programme

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hochschule Ruhr West- University of Applied Sciences welcomes international applicants for its Master in “Global Challenges for Sustainability” in Master in Global Challenges for Sustainability in Bottrop. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,208/year), and living expenses.

International applicants apply through uni-assist (the central application platform for German universities). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.