Shape Your Future, Starting in Siegen
Building on a background in architecture, urban planning, or landscape architecture, the master’s program in Urban Planning NRW offers advanced, research-based training in the field of urban development. The program takes an interdisciplinary approach, with modules led by experts in architecture, urban and regional planning, urban sociology, landscape architecture, as well as environmental and transport planning. This full-time program offers a flexible structure, with lectures and seminars held on Thursdays and Fridays. Intensive project weeks are also scheduled, giving you the opportunity to work collaboratively on design and planning topics in focused block seminars. The inter-university program brings together the strengths and resources of several partner universities, with the TH Köln serving as the central location.
Quick Facts
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Start of studies
Winter semester -
Standard period of study
4 semesters -
Separate application required
Yes -
Language of instruction
German
1) Professionally qualifying bachelor's degree or a comparable degree in the fields of urban planning, architecture, or landscape architecture with an overall grade of 2.5 or better.
For foreign applicants:
2) To apply, proof of German language skills at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages must be provided in the form of a certificate. A certificate of attendance is not sufficient. Enrollment is only possible if the German language test for university entrance (DSH2) or an equivalent language test (e.g. TestDaf with 16 points, ZOP of the Goethe-Institut, language diploma of the Kultusminsterkonferenz, level 2) has been passed. The DSH can also be taken at TH Köln at the beginning of September.
The current examination regulations always apply.
Departmental Examination Regulations/Degree Plans/Module Handbooks/Internship Regulations
General Examination Regulations (known in German as Prüfungsordnungen, or POs) define the basic structures of a degree program (including admission requirements and curriculum). Students are automatically subject to the current version of an PO when they enroll for their first semester. Even if a new PO is issued during your studies, you will still be subject to the rules of the original version according to which you enrolled (presuming the PO has not otherwise been revoked).
Each degree plan represents the recommended ideal course of study for a given subject and is a constituent part of any PO.
Supplementary regulations and detailed information for each module (such as requirements for taking a written examination and the content of the modules/events) can be found in the module handbooks.
The internship regulations define the conditions under which the compulsory or optional internships must be completed.
Before the start of the lecture period, we recommend that you review the degree plan for your degree program so that you know which modules are planned for the start of your studies.
Why choose Urban Planning NRW at the University of Siegen?
- Interdisciplinary approach that connects diverse academic fields and professional perspectives
- Project- and design-oriented curriculum that emphasizes hands-on learning and real-world application
- Small learning groups that ensure close interaction with faculty and personalized academic support
- Full-time study format with on-campus classes held two days per week
- University degree that provides a strong foundation for pursuing a doctorate
