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Our IMAT - Master in International Material Flow team has the vision to train young and motivated students from all over the world in International Material Flow Management based on the experiences that we gained through the project work with companies and city authorities all over the world. This project work helped to establish sound and sustainable waste management systems, water management systems, and renewable energy systems.
Our faculty consists of various specialists from different research areas with international experience. Whether they are specialists in mechanical engineering, microeconomics, communication, and ethics or specialists in IT systems, renewable energies, and environmental policy, our faculty members all share the key idea of managing a better, more sustainable world. This vision becomes reality through innovative environmental technologies, professional business plans, and efficient systemic management strategies.
Hence, IMAT is not just focusing on the theoretical background of material flow management. With the support of our lecturers, you will develop a large number of real projects. Therefore, you will gain the practical experience that you need in order to successfully start your international career in the field of green business.
The surrounding elements of the programme are just as unique as the contents and approach of the IMAT programmes. Unlike the other IMAT Master's programmes (Master of Engineering programmes that provide an engineering orientation), the German IMAT MSc study course is more economically orientated. It takes place exclusively at the Environmental Campus Birkenfeld, the first Zero-Emission Campus in Europe, which features various state-of-the-art environmental technologies. Since students stay in Germany for a longer time, they have greater chances of integrating into student life.
From the very beginning, students will get to know industry networks and be involved in institutional projects.
The IMAT MSc programme consists of ten exciting modules from various disciplines in the first and second semesters. All courses are held for four hours per week and are fully credited within the ECTS system, providing a total of 30 credits per semester. Courses take place in small, international study groups. Our teaching atmosphere fosters teamwork, intercultural competence, and applied problem-solving via integrated case studies. The two theoretical semesters on-site at Environmental Campus Birkenfeld (ECB) are followed by an internship semester. Finally, the internship semester is followed by the Master's thesis semester.
Our faculty consists of various specialists from different research areas with international experience. Whether they are specialists in mechanical engineering, microeconomics, communication, and ethics or specialists in IT systems, renewable energies, and environmental policy, our faculty members all share the key idea of managing a better, more sustainable world. This vision becomes reality through innovative environmental technologies, professional business plans, and efficient systemic management strategies.
Hence, IMAT is not just focusing on the theoretical background of material flow management. With the support of our lecturers, you will develop a large number of real projects. Therefore, you will gain the practical experience that you need in order to successfully start your international career in the field of green business.
The surrounding elements of the programme are just as unique as the contents and approach of the IMAT programmes. Unlike the other IMAT Master's programmes (Master of Engineering programmes that provide an engineering orientation), the German IMAT MSc study course is more economically orientated. It takes place exclusively at the Environmental Campus Birkenfeld, the first Zero-Emission Campus in Europe, which features various state-of-the-art environmental technologies. Since students stay in Germany for a longer time, they have greater chances of integrating into student life.
From the very beginning, students will get to know industry networks and be involved in institutional projects.
The IMAT MSc programme consists of ten exciting modules from various disciplines in the first and second semesters. All courses are held for four hours per week and are fully credited within the ECTS system, providing a total of 30 credits per semester. Courses take place in small, international study groups. Our teaching atmosphere fosters teamwork, intercultural competence, and applied problem-solving via integrated case studies. The two theoretical semesters on-site at Environmental Campus Birkenfeld (ECB) are followed by an internship semester. Finally, the internship semester is followed by the Master's thesis semester.
Educational organisation
Your modules at a glance for the first semester (first winter semester):Module 1: Global Environmental Challenges and Zero Emission Policy Strategies
Module 2: Regional Material Flow Management
Module 3: Material Flow Management, Project Management and Financing
Module 4: Economic Aspects of Sustainable Energy Systems
Module 5: Industrial Material Flow Management
Module 9 (Elective): This module is designed to allow students to deepen their knowledge in various specialised fields. This supports the overall context of developing and executing Material Flow Management (MFM), Zero Emission (ZE), and Circular Economy (CE) projects.
Your modules at a glance for the second semester (first summer semester):
Module 6: Industrial Ecology and Eco-Industrial Parks
Module 7: Economic Aspects of Sustainable Resource Management
Module 8: Economic Aspects of Sustainable Water Management
Module 10 (Elective): see Module 9
Your module for the third semester (second winter semester):
Module 11: Internship/study semester abroad
Your module for the fourth semester (second summer semester):
Module 12: Master's thesis
Study abroad unit(s)
Instead of a practical internship (third semester) at a company, research institute, and/or (non-) governmental entity, students can alternatively opt for an international study semester abroad, preferably at IMAT partner universities. Students will further develop their intercultural skills and deepen their theoretical knowledge by attending courses at the partner university.Internships
According to the curriculum of the Master's programme "IMAT MSc" at Trier University of Applied Sciences, Environmental Campus Birkenfeld, an internship of at least 16 weeks (third semester) is obligatory to fulfil the requirements for the Master of Science degree.Forms of assessment
Each module will be evaluated separately by means of a final exam, e.g., presentations, written/oral exams, or papers.Course objectives
In an ever more globalised environment, where environmental problems become increasingly obvious and urgent, interdisciplinary education focusing on a view of cause-and-effect relationships and their consequences is one of the most important elements of our IMAT programme. This gives our students the tools they need to face the scenarios of progressing environmental degradation. This requires leaders who are able to provide multi-disciplinary know-how as well as integrate different knowledge and tasks. The IMAT programme prepares students for a successful and future-oriented profession. Application areas and prospective careers may include:- Globally operating industrial companies in different areas: managers, production managers, purchasers, sales and project engineers, engineering strategic professionals, environmental manager, sustainability manager
- Project manager for energy and utility companies as well as for energy providers and waste management companies
- Business consulting, senior consultants/international consultants, and project developers
- Smaller companies offering environmental services or products
- Freelancers, eco-entrepreneurs, business start ups with own business ideas
- Researcher in SSM, research associate, PhD
Language requirements
The IMAT programme will only consider applicants with a minimum TOEFL paper-based score of 550 points or equivalent (computer-based TOEFL 213; next generation, Internet-based TOEFL 79; IELTS minimum 6.0; or TOEIC minimum 750 points). If none of these tests are available, the IMAT Management Office offers an internal test to confirm English language skills.Academic requirements
Bachelor degree or equivalent (180 ECTS credit points)The holistic approach of IMAT MSc is explicitly intended for the admission of candidates with heterogeneous knowledge. In addition to students with a "technically oriented" business Bachelor's degree, students from different fields such as legal, environmental, natural and social sciences may also be admitted, as long as they have engaged in economic and ecological areas in their initial training or professional careers.
Applicants who do not fulfil this requirement may be accepted in special cases if they have working experience as a researcher or instructor at an academic institution.
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