Final Degree
Master of Science in Technology and Resource Management in the Tropics and Subtropics (TERMA VN)
Double degree
A double degree will be acquired.
Beginning of Programme
Every winter semester – September/October
Programme Duration
4 semesters (2 years)
Course Language
The whole course is taught in English.
Application Deadline
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Description of Content
The two-year course lasts four semesters and is divided in core and specialization modules. The first semester consists of five core mod- ules with Natural Environment, Human Envi- ronment, Environmental Economics, Interna- tional Development and Project Management. In the second and the third semester, students can choose eight from the following topics:
– Water Resources Management Principles – Hydrology and Water Quality
– Water Policy and Legislation – Watershed Management
– Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal – Land Use and Water Resources
– Water Resources Management/Tools and Instruments
– Water System Analysis
– Special Topics in Water Resources Manage- ment
The fourth semester is mainly focused on the master thesis with field research, thesis writ- ing and colloquium.
Educational Organisation
The first semester:
– Module: Natural Environment – Module: Human Environment – Module: Environmental Economics – Module: International Development – Module: Project Management – Module: Scientific Work
Water Resources Management Modules are of- fered in the second and the third semester:
– Module: Water Resources Management Principles
– Module: Hydrology and Water Quality – Module: Water Policy and Legislation – Module: Watershed Management
– Module: Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal
– Module: Land Use and Water Resources – Module: Water Resources Management/
Tools and Instruments
– Module: Water System Analysis
– Module: Special Topics in water Resources Management
The fourth Semester: – Field research – Thesis writing – Colloquium
ECTS Credits
120 creditsForms of Assessment
Forms of assessment vary from written or oral exams to presentations and group work. The programme represents about 20 credit hours (30 ECTS credit points) in the first three semesters.
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Study Abroad Unit
The ITT supports study abroad by recognising the modules of other universities. Particularly good opportunities to study abroad are of- fered at our partner universities in Brazil, Chile, Jordan, Mexico and Vietnam.
The institute also aims to enable all students to travel to a country in the tropics or subtrop- ics for their Master’s thesis, for a period of three to six months.
Course Objectives
The overall goal of this Master’s course is to equip students with a wide range of knowl- edge and practical skills related to water sys- tem analysis, water management and water resources planning in the tropics and subtrop- ics. Furthermore, the course offers opportuni- ties to develop your career and to bring your skills and experiences to the forefront.
Tuition Fees
CUAS does not charge tuition fees. Scholarships are available. For more details please contact ITT institute. (see Contact section)
Enrolment Fees
Approx. 230 EUR per semester
The fees include a semester ticket covering public transport in the Cologne metropolitan area.
Costs of Living
Approx. 750 – 800 EUR per month
Job Opportunities
As classes take place in the evening, students have the opportunity to work or do intern- ships during the day.
Language Requirements
Certified proficiency in English:
– TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Lan- guage, USA) of at least 500
(Computerized version: 173, internet based version: 61)
– IELTS (International English Language Test- ing System, UK), level 5.0
or comparable English Test.
Academic Admission Requirements
For admission to the Master’s programme »Technology and Resource Management in the Tropics and Subtropics« (TERMA - Vi- etnam), the applicant is required to have successfully completed studies in the field of engineering or natural science (at least Bachelor’s or comparable degree). The follow- ing branches of study are eligible: engineering science, natural sciences, architecture, agri- culture science, life science, earth science, and informatics.
The following application documents are required:
- completed and signed application form in English
- document proving the higher education entrance qualification – Copy of the origi- nal document and English translation - higher education graduation certificate
plus academic record – Copy of the origi- nal document and English translation - explanations of the higher institutions
grading system
- curriculum vitae (in tabular form) in Eng- lish
- proof of English proficiency (TOEFL 500 points, IELTS band 5.0 or equivalent test). If an applicant’s first language is English or his/her studies at the university level haven been conducted wholly in the medium of English (written proof from the University is required) he/she is exempted from providing an English language profi- ciency test
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– a letter of motivation explaining why he/ she would like to study in the program (1 page) in English
– formulated project idea on what he/she would be interested to work on during the master thesis (2 pages) in English
Arrival Support
Scholarship holders are picked up at the Co- logne Bonn Airport by the ITT staffs.
Services and Support
Tutoring, counselling, language courses (Ger- man), practical training, excursions, work- shops, personal support from teaching assist- ants and professors, international network for former students, etc.
A field research trip (three to five months) forms part of the course.
Internships
Internships are supported in development cooperation institutions and private sector companies.
Academic Cooperation Partners
Vietnam Academy for Water Resources, Centre for Training and International Cooperation, Centre for Natural Resources and Environmen- tal Studies, Vietnam National University
Contact
Cologne University of Applied Sciences
ITT – Institute for Technology and Resources Management in the Tropics and Subtropics Betzdorfer Strasse 2
50679 Köln | Germany
Dipl.-Ing. Günther Straub M.Eng. +49 (0)221 8275 – 2111
For further information please refer to www.termavn-master.info International Office Christina Düring ZN2 – Room 4 +49 (0)221 8275 –2122 [email protected] For further information please refer to www.international-office.fh-koeln.de
Application
Please see:
www.international-office.fh-koeln.de/ sekretariatenglish/application/
Applicants applying for a
scholarship
Fachhochschule Köln
Institut für Tropentechnologie Betzdorfer Straße 2
50679 Köln | Germany
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