Hydrogen Technologies & Applications (M. Eng.)

Why is hydrogen so important in the energy transition?

Are you passionate about the potential of hydrogen technologies and would you like to specialise in this field after completing your Bachelor’s degree in engineering? The Master’s programme in Hydrogen Technology and Economics at THI offers you the highest level of specialist expertise in this field.

You will learn to understand the hydrogen technology chain – from production through storage and transport to the associated applications – to develop new products and solutions, and to assess these in terms of their economic viability and sustainability. These are skills that are in high demand for specialist and managerial roles in this sector.

The three-semester programme is divided into two theory semesters, during which you’ll attend specialist lectures in German and English, and one semester dedicated to your Master’s thesis. You can study the Master’s programme on-campus or online. Laboratory practicals take place on-campus during a few block sessions. Throughout the programme, you can expect intensive support and networking opportunities.

Note:

Previous title of the master's degree: Hydrogen Technology and Economics

Starting in the winter semester 2026/27, only the English-language master's degree in Hydrogen Technologies & Applications will be offered to new students.

Degree
Master of Engineering (M. Eng.)
Duration
3 semesters
Start of studies
Summer & Winter
NC
Yes Admission information

Accreditation
no
Main teaching language
English

Location
Ingolstadt

Pictures Hydrogen Technologies

Hydrogen as a fuel

Hydrogen offers an environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuels and can be used instead of oil and gas. The infrastructure for this is still being developed.

[Translate to English:] Tanken mit Wasserstoff

Hydrogen from solar energy

If hydrogen is produced from solar energy, this form of hydrogen production is completely regenerative and counts as green hydrogen.

[Translate to English:] Solarmodule zur Wasserstoffgewinnung

Hydrogen as a fuel
Hydrogen from solar energy

Film about the study programme

Curriculum

1. Semester

Hydrogen Storage and Transportation
5 ECTS

This module covers thermodynamic fundamentals as well as physical, material-based and chemical technologies for hydrogen storage and transport, including safety, environmental and economic assessment.

Hydrogen Economy
5 ECTS

This module provides an overview of concepts, applications and framework conditions of the hydrogen economy, including sustainability aspects and ecological and economic evaluation.

Hydrogen in Energy Technology and Energy Markets
5 ECTS

This module addresses the role of hydrogen in energy systems and markets, including energy economics, market mechanisms, storage technologies, regulatory frameworks and substitution potentials.

Hydrogen safety and standardization
5 ECTS

This module provides safety fundamentals for hydrogen applications, covering hazard identification, codes and standards, and methods for safety analysis and assessment.

Individual Elective
5 ECTS

Details of the individual compulsory-elective modules can be found in the programme’s module handbook.

Electrolysis and Fuel Cell Technology
5 ECTS

This module covers electrochemical fundamentals and the design, operation and integration of electrolyzers and fuel cells, including efficiency, degradation, standards and economic aspects.

2. Semester

Systems Engineering
5 ECTS

This module introduces systems engineering methods for the development of complex technical systems, focusing on requirements analysis, system design, modeling, project and quality management.

Start-Up Project
5 ECTS

In the start-up project, students work in teams on a techno-economic hydrogen-related challenge, aiming to develop a viable technical solution and business model.

Numerical Methods and Computational Simulation
5 ECTS

This module covers numerical methods and simulation techniques such as CFD and finite-volume methods for modeling thermal, hydraulic and chemical processes in energy systems.

Hydrogen production
5 ECTS

This module introduces fundamentals and processes of hydrogen production. It covers fossil-based, electrolytic and biological pathways, safety aspects, hydrogen purification and technical, ecological and economic evaluations.

Individual Elective
5 ECTS

Details of the individual compulsory-elective modules can be found in the programme’s module handbook.

Plant and Equipement Design
5 ECTS

This module covers fundamentals of process engineering and plant design in hydrogen technology, including equipment design, project planning and safety- and material-specific requirements.

3. Semester

Master's Thesis
30 ECTS

The master's thesis involves the independent scientific investigation of a complex topic in hydrogen technology and economics, including research, analysis and academic documentation.

Quick Info

In the Hydrogen Technologies and Applications degree programme it is possible to start in the winter and summer semester.

Requirements:

The requirements can be found in the study and examination regulations for this degree programme.

Here you can find information on the Master's application

Information for applicants

Applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree obtained in Germany or who are EU nationals will be admitted without further assessment, provided that the general entry requirements are met.
Applicants with a bachelor’s degree obtained in a non-EU country must undergo a selection process, provided that the formal entry requirements are met.
The selection process consists of two stages. For admission to THI, the following criteria are applied in Stage 1, which increase your chances of being admitted:
1. Bachelor’s degree grade
2. University ranking
3. Practical experience
4. Entrance test for Master’s programmes, such as the GRE General Test (Graduate Record Examination)
Candidates selected on the basis of these criteria will be invited to online selection interviews.
An assessment interview that is judged as passed leads to admission.
The faculty informs invited applicants by email about the specific interview appointment.
Please note the Regulations for International Orientation and Selection Procedures.

Dubious Application Agencies

Currently, THI is receiving an increasing amount of information regarding fraudulent activities in connection with student applications to THI. Therefore, it is important for you to know the following:

THI does not work with agencies. Please apply directly to THI via the Primuss application portal.
THI never asks for money via agencies for application purposes.
THI only sends emails from @thi.de.
THI never asks for money before you receive your admission letter. If you need a VPD from uni-assist, you will have to pay a processing fee to uni-assist. However, uni-assist only checks certain documents and does not grant admission to THI.
The application process is conducted in the THI Primuss portal. Only there will you be able to access your application progress.

Applies to applications for summer semester 2027 and beyond

With immediate effect, applicants from India must, in addition to the VDP from uni-assist, provide evidence of having passed the Digital Master Test (dMAT):

https://aps-india.de/

in order to obtain an APS certificate relevant for your visa .

Please check whether this applies to you based on your Bachelor's degree:

Programmes requiring dMAT (pdf)

The test costs 150 €. Registration is now open.

Timetable for applications for the 2027 summer semester:

September 15, 2026: deadline registration for dMAT
September 26, 2026: dMAT test date at 10 locations in India
October 12, 2026: certificate available

Full details can be found at: https://aps-india.de/dmat/

Application period at THI for English-taught Master programmes for the summer semester 2027: 15 October 2026 to 15 January 2027

As a graduate of the degree programme, you will be prepared for specialist and management tasks in the following areas:

Production, transport and storage of hydrogen
Development of corresponding process engineering plants
Conversion of fossil energy sources to hydrogen (e.g. steel and cement production)
Research and development
Technical-economic planning and project management in hydrogen technology
Consulting and further education in the field of hydrogen economy
Marketing and communication

FAQs

The Hydrogen Technologies and Economics degree programme is aimed at German and foreign students who, building on their technical education, would like to deepen the field of hydrogen technologie or enter this field. By technical education we mean a technical bachelor's degree. Please contact Professor Dr. Akgün if you have any questions.

Contact options for prospective students

Apply online

Academic advisor

Professor for Process Engineering and Hydrogen Technology
Prof. Dr. Ertan Akgün
Phone: +49 841 9348-2404
Room: A220
E-Mail: Ertan.Akguen@thi.de

Module Handbook

The module handbook contains information on prerequisits, contents, learning outcomes, ECTS points, duration, work load, literature, references of the offered modules and lectures.

Module Handbook Master WTW WS 2026_27 (pdf) (only in German available)

Study and Examination Regulations

Study and examination regulations (SPO)/Statutes for this Master's programme deal with judicial matters concerning your study course. For more information please turn to the pages of the legal department