Dr. Alois Humer

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Biography

Alois Humer is a Professor at the Institute of Urban and Regional Planning at the Technical University of Berlin. He leads the Department of Urban, Regional, and State Planning, focusing on formal and informal instruments of spatial overall planning, including European issues and requirements. His research and teaching revolve around comprehensive and specialized spatial planning, dealing with the complex needs of planning, construction, environmental protection, and administrative laws. His contributions encompass comprehensive studies that consider varying scales from local to regional and state levels. Humer emphasizes the significance of integrating specialized planning content into overall spatial planning, reflecting the department's academic priorities. His role includes teaching courses on regional planning and development, environmental concerns in planning, and various seminars addressing infrastructures involved in planning. He actively involves students in project-based learning to tackle current spatial planning challenges. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in both theoretical and practical aspects of urban planning, he remains dedicated to advancing the field of urban and regional studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2025-04-01 — 2025-09-30

Department of Urban, Regional, and State Planning, Technical University of Berlin • Berlin, Germany

Leading the Department of Urban, Regional, and State Planning focusing on spatial planning and development.

Requirements for Technical University of Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
PTE
Overall
Required:65
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Recognized first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) Specific ECTS in related subjects (e.g., 36 ECTS in Fundamentals of Computer Science for CS programs) Evidence of previous Master's studies (if applicable) Module descriptions of previous study program
Application Checklist
  • Officially certified copy of University degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Tabular CV
  • Motivation letter (program specific)
  • APS Certificate (for applicants from China, India, and Vietnam)
  • Proof of English proficiency (B2/C1 depending on program)
  • Copy of Passport
  • Preliminary Review Documentation (VPD) from uni-assist
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent for general engineering and computer science programs. Specific advanced master's (MBA/Energy) may require 1 year of professional experience.