HFT Stuttgart’s MEng in International Project Management (IPM) is designed for professionals in the fields of construction, infrastructure or engineering; equipping them to take leading roles in complex international projects.
Attracting experienced postgraduates from around the world, our Master’s programme offers two specialisations, IBPM and IITM. The specialisations IBPM - International Building Project Management provides you with the knowledge and tools to structure and manage complex superstructure projects: either self-employed, as a lead consultant for an international company or as a leading architect or engineer. The specialization IITM - International Infrastructure Technology & Management will equip you with the technical and managerial skills to successfully develop and implement strategies for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Every student must choose one of the two specialisations. Although most of the IPM classes are general project management classes and therefore held jointly, a small portion of the IPM curriculum is dedicated to the specializations to ensure that each field is thoroughly covered.
Students acquire the soft skills and the in-depth knowledge of the latest tools, processes and organisational methods that are essential to deliver successful international projects.
Our flexible, modular structure allows students to study full time or to combine their studies with part-time work to gain both academic learning and practical experience.
Students may also gain an MBA from Liverpool John Moores University by adding an additional semester of study in the United Kingdom.
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Winter Semester
15th Apr (Non-EU), 15th Jul (EU Applicants)
Summer Semester
15th Oct (Non-EU), 15th Jan (EU Applicants)
3 semester (full-time), 5 semester (part-time)
Master of Engineering
Module 1: Technical Knowledge
IBPM
IITM
Module 2: Management Basics
Module 3: Effective People Management
Module 4: Project Management
Module 5: Managing Real Estate/ Infrastructure
Module 6: Managing Business & Finance
Module 7: Managing Information
Module 8: International Workshops
Module: Master Thesis in Engineering
The Case Study week is a fundamental part of the International Project Management (IPM) programme
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This year's international Case Study Week took place in Liverpool, UK.
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The programme takes two semesters plus a further semester to prepare and present a Master’s thesis. Students attend classes on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday.
The Summer Term starts from mid-March.
The Winter Term starts from mid-September.
The programme takes four semesters plus a further semester to prepare and present a Master’s thesis. Students attend classes on Friday, Saturday and Monday during the first two semesters and Thursday, Friday and Saturday on during the third and fourth semesters.
The quality of the HFT Stuttgart IPM Master’s Programme is assured through external accreditation.
It was first accredited by ASIIN, a renowned external academic accreditation body, in 2004. It was re-accredited by them in 2009 and again, most recently, in 2017.
Every student chooses one of the two specialisations: IBPM or IITM. The majority of the programme is common to both. Students following IBPM gain deeper insights to project management whereas, those following the IITM option become well equipped to develop and implement local and international infrastructure strategies.
On the basis of a collaboration that started in 2004, HFT Stuttgart and Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) have created a Dual Degree Programme.
After completion of the taught modules in Stuttgart, students have the opportunity to continue their studies at LJMU. While the Programme in Stuttgart focuses on Project Management in the construction industry, the Programme in Liverpool focuses on executive leadership topics. Students that embark on the Dual Degree Programme graduate as Master of Engineering (M. Eng) and Master of Business Administration (MBA).
This opportunity strenghtens the aspect of internationality by studying in Germany and the UK.
1. A first degree (Bachelor, Magister, Diploma or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g. architecture, civil engineering, construction or design) awarded after at least three years of full time study with above average examination results.
2. At least one year of relevant professional experience after award of the first degree
All applicants who are not native English speakers must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language as follows:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Alternatively the applicant can demonstrate a score of 6.5 or higher in an Academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
The official TOEFL report can be sent directly through the Educational Testing Service (institution code: 8514).
The Master's programme International Project Management is a so-called continuing education programme. A continuing education programme is a fee-based course of study for which tuition fees are incurred. The following table provides information on tuition fees:
| Full-time | Part-time | ||
| 1st Semester | 6.000 € | 1st semester | 3.000 € |
| 2nd Semester | 6.000 € | 2nd Semester | 3.000 € |
| 3rd Semester | 3.000 € | 3rd Semester | 3.000 € |
| 4th Semester | 3.000 € | ||
| 5th Semester | 3.000 € | ||
| Total | 15.000 € | 15.000 € | |
| Each additional Semester will cost 1.500 € | |||
| Optional MBA: £ 6.500 (Status SS 2018, LJMU is responsible for pricing) | |||
| Additional costs (costs which will occur during the programme for full-time and part-time students) |
| Case Study 1.500 € approx |
A limited number of scholarships are available to all students of HFT Stuttgart. Students qualify with an outstanding academic performance, demostrated social commitment and special personal circumstances. Students can apply after enrolling in the curriculum.
Scholarship types:
In addition to the HFT Stuttgart scholarships other organisations e.g. DAAD offer attractive scholarships for which you can apply prior to arriving in Germany.
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Starting from the summer semester of 2023, the tuition fee for the entire program is 15,000 € for full-time students and 15,000 € for part-time students. Tuition fees should be paid in different instalments.
In addition, there are "other fees" to be paid every semester (which vary each semester slightly):
Student Services 216.70 €
Student ID Card 11 €
The finance department will send you payment requests with the exact amounts required. Part-time students receive one payment request each semester, full- time students receive two payment requests each semester.
Verification of proficiency in English is required for those whose native language is not English. You can provide a TOEFL test (550 points), a computer-based TOEFL test (213 points), an internet-based TOEFL test (80 points), or an academic IELTS test with a min score of 6.5 or equivalent proof.
There is no exception to the rule: even if your language of instruction in High school or University was English, you would still have to provide scores from one of the tests mentioned above.
Yes. As our programme is non-consecutive, you must provide proof of at least one year of professional experience gained after finishing your previous degree. The proof could be in the form of an employment certificate or letter from your employer or employers if your experiences were acquired at different jobs.
No, there is no age limit for the study programme as our programme is non-consecutive and requires work experience. We have students over a broad age range.
Please note that getting a place at the student's dormitory will be difficult if you are over 30 years old. Please contact the International Student Office (ISO) for further information (iso.aaa @ hft-stuttgart.de).
Application must be filled online and submitted by email. Please follow the step-by-step tutorial.
You may provide certified copies of your documents once you arrive in Stuttgart after being admitted.
No, since the Master's Programme “International Project Management” is a non-consecutive programme requiring one year of work experience and may require tuition fees, we are exempt from this regulation. You only have to pay the fees mentioned under tuiton fees.
No, since we are a non-consecutive programme tuition fees apply to Erasmus students as well.
Also no, since this is a non-consecutive Master programme no reduction of fees for refugees can be applied.
Starting from the summer semester of 2023, full-time students will have lectures on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays. Part-time students will have lectures on Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays in their 1st and 2nd semester and on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in their 3rd and 4th semester. This structure allows our students to work alongside their studies.
Yes. We encourage our students to work during their studies. However, you need to reserve at least one day per week for completing homework in addition to the teaching days.
If you are an EU citizen: You may continue your employment at a reduced number of workdays.
If you are a non-EU citizen: Students from non-EU countries are only permitted to work 120 full days or 240 half days per year (voluntary internships included). Those who wish to work longer require the Federal Employment Agency and the Alien Registration Office permission. Obtaining permission depends on the labour market in one's place of residence.
The employment regulations for international students apply. Please check the DAAD-Homepage.
Students may be granted leave of absence for a good cause upon application. As a rule, a leave of absence can be granted for up to two semesters in total. The semester of leave of absence must be applied for before the start of lectures of the respective semester. Administrative fees of 216.70 € should be paid for the Break semester.
Please check Leave of absence on HFT website for detailed information.
There are several possibilities. Our advisory board members are always anxious to offer internships and job offers after you have completed your studies. Furthermore, you can have a look at our success stories.
The programme opens the possibility of doctoral programmes in Germany and abroad. The M.Eng. you will earn is worth 90 credit points (ECTS). The optional M.Eng.+MBA is worth 120 credit points (ECTS). Please compare with the admission requirements of the PhD programme you are interested in enrolling in.
The successful ASIIN Accreditation guarantees the high quality of the education you will receive. We were re-accredited in September 2017.
Beginning in 2023, the German embassy estimated the living costs to be about €930 a month. It includes about €350 rent for a room in a student residence. The remainder covers mandatory health insurance, a student ticket for public transport and other daily expenses like food etc. For further information, please get in touch with the International Student Office (ISO).
Health insurance is mandatory in Germany, and it is not possible to enroll for the study without proof of German health insurance. You can get public health insurance up until the age of 30. The International Student Office (ISO) will help you find private health insurance if you are older than 30.
If you are an EU citizen:
Students from EU countries usually get an International Health Insurance Card (EHIC - European Health Insurance Card) in their home country, which is also recognized in Germany (also by doctors). With this certificate, please register with another public health insurance company.
If you are a Non-EU citizen: Students from non-EU countries need to apply for insurance once in Germany. TK and AOK are two examples of public insurance. On their websites, you will find an indication of the monthly fee.
There is no student accommodation on the University Campus, but these can be found at different locations around Stuttgart. Please get in contact with the Studierendenwerk Stuttgart. for more information.
Public transportation usually takes up to 15 minutes to reach the University. The city of Stuttgart offers a student's ticket valid for 6 months, which can be used on all buses and subways across the whole region of Stuttgart and costs about €210. In addition, with the student's ID card you will get from the University, public transportation is free of charge each day from 6 pm until 6 am and for the whole weekend.
| Image | Name and position | Email and phone | Room |
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 | Full Professor / Programme Director | +49 711 8926 2325 | 8/3.26 |
 | Professor / Dean of Studies | +49 711 8926 2325 | 8/3.26 |
 | Secretary | +49 711 8926 2679 | 8/3.28 |
 | Academic Staff Member | ||
 | Academic Staff Member | +49 711 8926 2770 | 8/3.28 |
