Master of Science in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) at University of Freiburg

University of Freiburg

Germany, Freiburg

University Rank:#201

University of Freiburg offers the Master of Master of Science in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Freiburg im Breisgau campus in Germany. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for master of science in sustainable systems engineering (sse) and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on October 1, 2026.

About Master of Science in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE)

Imagine you are not just talking about sustainability, but you are actively contributing to how the materials, energy systems and technologies of the future are developed! Science and engineering are basic tools to achieve a sustainable development in domains like ecology, economics and society as well. The English-taught Master's programme Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) with its international focus is particularly addressed to graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering or natural sciences. It provides in-depth engineering skills in sustainable materials, energy systems, and resilience engineering. Moreover, it teaches interdisciplinary knowledge in natural resources and climate change, as well as sustainable economics, technologies and societies during its two-year duration. The engineering Masterâ€™s degree in Sustainable Systems Engineering opens up a whole range of career prospects for you: classical engineering professions, working for environmental authorities and public institutions, developing materials and technologies, or a scientific-research career. Find more information about the programme and career perspectives on our website.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Science in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) at University of Freiburg

Entry Requirements

In principle, you are eligible for the SSE Master's programme if you fulfil the following requirements: You must hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering or science with a total of 180 ECTS and three years of duration at least. (For applicants from Asia and the MENA regions, usually four years are required.) 120 ECTS of your Bachelor's degree must be engineering and natural science-related subjects (such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, computer science, electronics, etc.). This precondition is usually fulfilled by electrical and mechanical engineers, but can also be fulfilled by graduates of similar programmes such as environmental engineering, materials science and energy engineering. Our admissions committee decides about the suitability of your previous degree (i.e. whether or not it has prepared you well) for the SSE Master's programme. Outstanding performance is required. The "cut-off grade" of the MSc SSE is a grade average of 2.5 on a German scale. Advanced English language skills on a CEFR B2 level. Find more information about the documents you need and the application process in general on our website.

Fee Information

How to Apply

The application and all supporting documents must be submitted electronically throughÂ the application portal of the University of Freiburg.

Master of Science in Sustainable Systems Engineering (SSE) at University of Freiburg

University of Freiburg

Germany, Freiburg