Masters

Master of Science in Geodesy and Geoinformatics, Specialisation Hydrography

HafenCity University Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany

Program Overview

The HafenCity University (HCU) in Hamburg offers one of the few specialisations in Hydrography in the world and the only one in Germany accredited according to the highest...

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Financials

Tuition FeesNone
Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: Most public universities in Germany are tuition-free. You only pay a semester contribution (~EUR 300) which usually includes a public transport ticket.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Winter (October)

Duration

4 semesters

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Career Outcomes

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€45,000 – €75,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

All applicants whose first language is not English are required to submit official evidence of sufficient English knowledge. This may be proven by one of the following: 1. A certificate confirming that the applicant has passed an internationally recognised language test: a. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as an internet-based test (TOEFL iBT) with a score of at least 88, as TOEFL ITP test with a score of at least 570 or b. International English Language Testing System – Academic Test (IELTS) with at least band 6.0 or c. TELC with at least level B2 or d. Cambridge Preliminary English Test + Grade A (PET) or e. Cambridge First Certificate in English + Grade B or C (FCE) or f. UNIcert II or g. Pearson PTE Academic with at least 70 Points or 2. A certificate attesting to studying full-time in an English-speaking study programme of at least one year 3. A certificate for higher advanced technical college entrance qualification ("Fachhochschulreife") or of the 12th or 13th grade of high school senior classes with the grade “good” (at least 2.3 or 10 points according to the grading system of the German school system) for the subject “English” or 4. At least five years of attendance at a general education school where English is the language of instruction

IELTS required (IELTS 6.0 overall)Language certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

Bachelor's or Master's degree in hydrography, surveying, geodesy and geoinformatics, or related fields Non-German university degrees have to be approved by uni-assist. Information on requesting the preliminary documentation can be found online at http://www.uni-assist.de .

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

IELTS 6.0 overall

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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