DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst German Academic Exchange Service Homepage / International Programmes [/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/] International Programmes in Germany 2018 International Master's Programme Advanced Computational and Civil Engineering Structural Studies (ACCESS) Dresden Degree Master of Science Course language(s) English Admission semester Winter semester only CONTACT Fakultät Bauingenieurwesen Prof Dr Ing habil Michael Kaliske August-Bebel-Straße 30 01219 Dresden Tel. +49 (0) 3 51-46 33 23 36 Beginning Winter semester, 1 October Programme duration Four semesters (three semesters with lectures and one semester for the Master's thesis) Application deadline 31 May for the following winter semester Course content E-mail [mailto:access@mailbox.tu-dresden.de]» Course website [https://tudresden.de/bu/bauingenieurwesen/studium/access]» Submit application to uni-assist e.v. 11507 Berlin Germany ACCESS seeks to facilitate the development of a strong knowledge base in the field of computational mechanics and structural analysis, working collaboratively with advanced civil engineering design. Technical innovations for challenging engineering tasks rely heavily on numerical simulation tools. Therefore, the goal of this programme is to provide the skills for understanding, modelling and analysing these approaches in the broader context of application and design by focusing on: state-of-the-art computational mechanics, current numerical structural analysis, research in structural modelling and analysis, current developments in civil engineering design, and advanced construction methods. Educational organisation The course of study has a modular structure. The content of the individual modules is imparted, consolidated and treated in-depth in lectures, exercises, seminars, tutorials and projects and has to be accompanied by self-study. Self-study is supported by mentoring. The course is divided into two parts: The first part lasts three semesters, totalling 90 credit points. It consists of eight mandatory modules, including the project work
eight mandatory modules, including the project work with the project seminar, and seven modules selected out of 13 elective modules. The second part of the Master's programme consists of producing a Master's thesis including a colloquium in the fourth semester. For the Master's thesis including colloquium 30 credit points are granted. Semester one: Mandatory modules: Building Materials Continuum Mechanics, Tensor Calculus Energy Methods, Finite Element Method Numerical Methods Mentoring Study Competence Semester two: Mentoring Methodological Competence and seven modules to be selected from the following 13: Design of Concrete Structures Design of Masonry Structures Timber and Lightweight Structures Structural Use of Glass Computational Methods for Reinforced Concrete Computational Building Physics Multiscale Mechanics Computational Dynamics Modelling and Simulation in Pavement Engineering Cable-Stayed Bridges Safety Concepts BIM-based Virtual Engineering Lab Constitutive Modelling of Soils Semester three: Application of Computational Methods in Engineering project work Semester four: Master's thesis and colloquium Study abroad unit(s) None Internships None Forms of assessment Examinations are in the form of written examinations and other written papers, project work, oral examinations, seminar presentations and/or other examinations. Written examinations based on a multiple-choice procedure are generally excluded. ECTS credits 120
Diploma supplement Yes Course objectives The non-consecutive Master's study programme Advanced Computational and Civil Engineering Structural Studies offers further education in the field of advanced computer-aided methods concerning modelling, analysis, retrofitting and design of structures especially in the field of civil engineering. It aims at a definite internationality of teaching staff and students. It is therefore held in English. Inclusion of partners from home and abroad is the declared intention of this course while the sole responsibility remains with the organising university boards of this Master's study programme. Teaching of modern concepts and methods offers the graduate a broad field of application in all areas of engineering in which structures and field problems for solids and fluids in the widest sense are to be dealt with. Tuition fees There are no tuition fees at TU Dresden. Enrolment fees The enrolment fee is currently about 260 EUR per semester and includes a semester ticket, which entitles students to use public transport in and around Dresden and regional trains within the federal state of Saxony. Additionally, it offers benefits (e.g. price reductions) for many cultural and leisure activities in Dresden. Costs of living The cost of living varies according to personal needs and preferences. However, about 700 EUR per month represents an average budget for a student in Dresden, including expenses for accommodation, food, items of everyday life, and insurance. (This figure is relatively low compared to other big German cities.) Job opportunities In order to top up their budget, some students may want to look for temporary work in Dresden. If so, different regulations apply for students from EU member states, countries of the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland, and students from outside the European Union and the EEA area. Please bear in mind that a temporary job is not easy to find. In addition, restrictions on the duration of employment may apply. Language requirements English certificate: IELTS (Level 6.0) or TOEFL (79
English certificate: IELTS (Level 6.0) or TOEFL (79 points internet-based) Academic requirements University degree in engineering with above-average marks good knowledge of mathematics and mechanics Where to apply uni-assist e.v. 11507 Berlin Germany Arrival support The university provides counselling via e-mail and personal appointments regarding all matters related to arriving and living in Dresden, guided campus tours and welcome receptions where new students are invited to meet other students and professors. For PhD students and researchers, the Welcome Center also provides additional support services concerning VISA issues, finding suitable accommodation etc. Services and support for international students TU Dresden International Office offers a tutor network that helps new international students to organise their studies. All international first semester students are invited to an introduction day at the beginning of their first semester where they will also meet their tutors. Furthermore, the International Office's cultural office and various student initiatives provide a plethora of social and cultural activities each semester (guided city tours, trips in the region and to other cities in Germany or neighbouring countries, language tandems, buddy programmes etc.). Accommodation It is quite easy to find accommodation in Dresden. Accommodation is available either via the Studentenwerk Dresden or on the private market. Rent for a single room in a student residence is approx. 250 EUR. Private housing can be found online. We recommend moving into a hall of residence at the beginning of your stay in Dresden and later find a place on the private market or in a shared apartment, known in German as a "Wohngemeinschaft". Course website https://tudresden.de/bu/bauingenieurwesen/studium/access [htt ps://tudresden.de/bu/bauingenieurwesen/studium/access]
About the university TU Dresden is among the top universities in Germany and Europe; strong in research, it offers first-rate programmes with an overwhelming diversity, with close ties to culture, industry and society. As a modern fullstatus university with five schools (14 faculties), it offers a wide academic range of programmes. TU Dresden is the largest university in Saxony and among the five biggest universities in Germany. It enjoys an outstanding national and international reputation for research in natural and engineering sciences. One of the most prominent characteristics of TU Dresden is its dynamic development - a process that has been going on for years and will continue into the future. As a "synergetic university", TU Dresden closely cooperates with external research institutions as well as cultural, industrial, and social organisations. Students also benefit from interdisciplinary collaboration with a focus on practical outcomes. Teaching and research follow the principle of involving both students and graduates into current research early on. Since 15 June 2012, TU Dresden has been officially acknowledged as one of eleven Excellence Universities in Germany by the Federal Excellence Initiative. Total number of students 35,000 Total percentage of international students 14 % About the city Dresden, the capital of Saxony and home to more than 530,000 inhabitants, is located on the Elbe River and renowned for its baroque architecture, opera, concert halls, theatres, museums, and art galleries. Besides offering excellent cultural activities and a vibrant student scene, the city is surrounded by a beautiful and diverse countryside (e.g. Saxon Switzerland national park), which offers a plenitude of opportunities for hiking, biking, mountain climbing, swimming, and skiing. Moreover, relatively low living costs make Dresden especially student-friendly. Students can enjoy a great variety of pubs and cafés. Dresden is one of the greenest cities in Europe, providing excellent conditions for healthy living and outdoor activities. Copy this link: daad.de/go/kr2733