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Master in Civil Engineering Sciences, Infrastructure

Graz University of Technology · Graz

Taught in EnglishNo tuition for EU/EEA/SwissCivil EngineeringDegree: Diplom-Ingenieur/Ingenieurin, Dipl.-Ing.
Language of instructionEnglish
LevelMaster's Degree
Duration2 years (4 semesters)
Study load120 ECTS
LocationGraz
Entrance examinationAn admission or aptitude procedure applies (see the programme page)
Fee, non-EU/EEA/SwissEUR 1,453 a year
Fee, EU/EEA/SwissNo tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters

How the fees work. EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester.

About this programme

Master in Civil Engineering Sciences, Infrastructure is a master’s programme at Graz University of Technology in Graz, taught in English. It runs for 2 years (4 semesters) and carries 120 ECTS credits. The register gives Graz as the campus town. It lists the academic degree as Diplom-Ingenieur/Ingenieurin, Dipl.-Ing.. Graz University of Technology is a public university in Styria.

How it compares

Master in Civil Engineering Sciences, Infrastructure is one of 3 English-taught Civil Engineering programmes at master’s level in the register, offered by 2 institutions. 3 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland; this programme lists EUR 1,453 a year. 3 are at a public university, where EU, EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters.

What you will study

What you study

This is a Master's programme in Civil Engineering Sciences with a focus on infrastructure, taught in English at Graz University of Technology. It carries 120 ECTS over four semesters and leads to the degree Diplom-Ingenieur/Ingenieurin (Dipl.-Ing.).

The register description sets out the shape of the programme. Teaching is research-led, and students combine compulsory modules with room to set their own priorities. The compulsory modules cover the basics in four areas:

  • Networks and Sustainability
  • Water infrastructure and transport systems
  • Spatial modelling
  • Scientific methods

On top of these, you can set individual specialisations. The register does not list the elective options, so check the programme page for what is actually on offer.

Admission, language and next steps

There is an admission or aptitude procedure for this programme. The register points to the programme page for the details, so read that before you plan anything.

The language of instruction is English. The register gives English as the language of instruction, so you should be ready to study and write at Master's level in English.

Applications go straight to Graz University of Technology, not through a central portal. The institution's own page gives the application period. At a public university, EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters; other students pay a fee per semester. The programme page has the current figures.

What the register says

Das Studium verbindet forschungsgeleitete Lehre mit Wahlfreiheit:

In den Pflichtmodulen erwerben Studierende die Grundlagen in:
- Networks and Sustainability
- Wasserinfrastruktur- und
Verkehrssystemen
- räumlicher Modellierung
- wissenschaftlichen Methoden
Zusätzlich können individuelle Schwerpunkte gesetzt werden.

Text as the Austrian national register publishes it. Some entries are in German. For the current content and structure, use the official programme page.

Job opportunities after graduating

  • Infrastructure engineering
  • Civil engineering
  • Water infrastructure
  • Transport systems
  • Network planning and sustainability roles
  • Spatial modelling in engineering practice
  • Research and development in civil engineering

Before you apply

There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here Graz University of Technology. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entrance examination, as the register states it: An admission or aptitude procedure applies (see the programme page). Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.

Facts on this page come from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). Fees are in euros as the register lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and dates with the institution.

Quick answers

Is Master in Civil Engineering Sciences, Infrastructure taught in English?

Yes. The register’s study finder lists English as the language of instruction at Graz University of Technology. Confirm the language of the examinations and the thesis with the institution.

How long does it take?

The register records 2 years (4 semesters) of study and 120 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.

Where is it taught?

The register lists Graz as the campus town for this programme at Graz University of Technology.

How do I apply?

There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here Graz University of Technology. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page.

Is there an entrance examination?

The register gives: An admission or aptitude procedure applies (see the programme page). Details of any admission or aptitude procedure are on the programme page at Graz University of Technology.

What does it cost?

EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester. Fees are in euros as the register lists them; confirm the amount for your intake with Graz University of Technology.

Is this programme officially listed?

It comes from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). The OeAD, the Austrian agency for international education, publishes the official information for international students at studyinaustria.at. The programme page at Graz University of Technology is linked from this page so you can compare.

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