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 Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering 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/Diplom-Ingenieurin, Dipl.-Ing.. Graz University of Technology is a public university in Styria.
How it compares
Master in Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering 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
The Master's in Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering at Graz University of Technology is a two-year, 120 ECTS programme taught entirely in English. It leads to the Austrian degree Diplom-Ingenieur/Diplom-Ingenieurin (Dipl.-Ing.), which is equivalent to a Master of Science (MSc).
What you study
The core modules give you a foundation in soil and rock mechanics, engineering geology and tunnelling, hydraulic engineering and water resources, and scientific methods. You then choose from a range of specialisation and complementary modules to match your interests. The options listed on the programme page include Computational Geotechnics, Case Studies & Geotechnical Monitoring, Ground Characterization, Tunnel Design, Geotechnical Design - Focus Foundation Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Methods in Hydraulic Engineering, Integrated River Basin Management, Integrated Flood Risk Management, Field Courses, Seminars and Projects, Dam Construction, Slope Stability and Earthquake Engineering, Tunnel Technologies, Data Driven Tunneling, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Infrastructure Systems, and Construction Management and Civil Engineering.
How the programme is organised
Teaching combines research-led instruction with extensive laboratory and field experience. You will work on project work, laboratory classes, field investigations, and your Master's thesis, addressing current challenges from both research and engineering practice. The programme is supported by laboratories and experimental facilities in geotechnical engineering, rock mechanics, tunnelling, and hydraulic engineering. Students are taught in small groups by internationally recognised experts, and some courses are held by lecturers from practice. Cooperation with universities, international organisations (ICOLD, ISRM, ISSMFE, ISAHR, ITA), and corporate partners from Germany and abroad gives you the chance to take part in educational exchanges and research projects, and to work on plants that are currently being planned and built. Individually supervised master's theses and internships are offered in many departments.
Who it suits
This programme suits students who want to design and deliver structures and infrastructure that perform safely under demanding ground and hydraulic conditions. It is for those who enjoy hands-on work, laboratory testing, field investigations, and solving complex engineering problems. Graduates go into engineering design and construction, infrastructure operation, consulting, and research, in Austria and abroad.
Admission, language and next steps
The admission requirement is a completed relevant Bachelor's degree. Graduates of TU Graz's Bachelor's programme in Civil Engineering and Construction Management meet the requirements in any case and are admitted without conditions. Graduates of other national or international Bachelor's and Master's programmes can find the exact admission requirements in the curriculum. You also need proof of English language competence. The language of instruction is English. You can complete the admission procedure before the end of your Bachelor's studies. Registration for the academic year 2027/28 runs from 15 October to 15 December 2026. Graduates of TU Graz and NAWI Graz students at University of Graz are exempt from the admissions procedure. Applications go directly to TU Graz; the programme page gives the application period and contact (studynoSpam@tugraz.at).
What the register says
The master's programme in Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering provides students with an in-depth engineering education in the field of civil engineering and its application. Through the three separate specialisation subjects of Soil Mechanics, Rock Mechanics and Hydraulic Engineering, it is oriented towards the current international development of the sub-disciplines of civil engineering. The programme follows the principle of research-led teaching. In addition to conveying in-depth subject-specific theoretical knowledge special attention is paid to conveying practical, social and media skills. In extensive laboratory and field exercises and during excursions the students will learn to develop concepts on their own and to implement them in practice.
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
- Engineering and consulting firms
- Construction and infrastructure companies
- Tunnelling and specialist foundation engineering companies
- Hydraulic engineering, hydropower, and water management companies
- Public authorities and government agencies
- Environmental, geological, and engineering consulting firms
- Universities and research institutions
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: Admission procedure for applicants who have not completed the bachelor's degree programme in "Civil Engineering and Cons. 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 Geotechnical and Hydraulic Engineering 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: Admission procedure for applicants who have not completed the bachelor's degree programme in "Civil Engineering and Cons. 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.