M.Sc. English 2 Semesters

Urban Planning and Sustainable Transformation

Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe Detmold, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

2 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Aug 2032

uni-assist

Not Required

Language

English

Campus

entwicklung

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

Bachelor 180 credits: 60-credit prep; 210 credits: 30-credit internship; 240 credits: direct entry

IELTS

IELTS 6.5/6.0/5.5 accepted as English B2; IELTS 7.0/7.5/8.0 as English C1; minimum 6.5 exp...

German Requirement

At least German B2 for German-taught programmes: TestDaF 14 points, Goethe-Zertifikat B2,...

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Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Nordrhein-Westfalen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None

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Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Detmold, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Urban Planning and Sustainable Transformation, with a standard duration of 2 semesters (approximately 1 years). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English — B2

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

German Language

At least German B2 for German-taught programmes: TestDaF 14 points, Goethe-Zertifikat B2, DSH 1, telc B2, OeSD B2. Where a programme requires C1: TestDaF 16 points (min 3 per part), Goethe C1, DSH 2, telc C1 / telc C1 Hochschule, OeSD C1. Certificates must not be older than 2 years. Uni-assist applicants may apply for German-taught programmes one level below requirement and present the full certificate at enrolment at the latest; KIS-portal applicants must include the required certificate with the application.

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Application Periods

Winter Semester Semester

Entry: 23 May/30 Jun

Admission Requirements

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

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor degree or diploma in planning-related field (urban/regional planning, landscape architecture, or comparable)

Required Documents

Portfolio with project examples showing professional-technical and design expertise

Additional Requirements

Letter of application showing motivation and thematic interest
Successful participation in selection and motivation interview

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

Locations

Detmold

Subject Groups

Civil Engineering & Architecture Environmental & Sustainability

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Urban Planning and Sustainable Transformation in Detmold. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 2 semesters (approximately 1 years).

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 (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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