Mechanical Engineering (Master)

Core modules

You can choose from a limited selection of core modules. These modules, which are either mandatory or may be selected out of a few options, are important cornerstones for the Master’s programme in Mechanical Engineering.

Specialisation modules

We offer a list of compulsory elective subjects. Here you can freely combine any available modules. The catalogue includes a large selection of modules for you to set your own individual focus within the study programme.

Laboratory modules

In our laboratory modules, your theoretical knowledge is complemented by practical laboratory experiments that enable you to apply and put into practice what you have learnt in the field.In our laboratory modules, your theoretical knowledge is complemented by practical laboratory experiments that enable you to apply and put into practice what you have learnt in the field.

Elective modules

You can choose from a list of elective modules from different fields of technology, from which you must select three modules. As this catalogue covers a very broad area of subjects, you can either explore your area of specialisation in more depth or acquire knowledge from other fields of technology to complement what you have learnt.

Interdisciplinary specialisation

In our modules for interdisciplinary specialisation, you will acquire methodological and social skills. We offer modules with interdisciplinary and action-oriented courses in which you can acquire additional qualifications and competencies. This way, you get the opportunity to think outside the box during your studies and to underpin your specialised knowledge with important additional qualifications for your professional life. You can also take language courses as part of interdisciplinary specialisation.

Student research project

The goal of the student research project is to promote your ability to work on a scientific basis. In addition to the subject-related work, you will acquire and strengthen your rhetorical skills when presenting the findings of your work. You will also practise your scientific writing skills when working on your project, which will help you to prepare for your Master’s thesis.

Master's thesis

The degree programme is completed by writing a Master's thesis over a period of six months, which consists of both a written elaboration and an oral presentation of your findings. With your Master’s thesis, you demonstrate that you are capable of writing a scientific paper on your own.

Those who have gained experience abroad and speak a foreign language are particularly sought after by the economy. Today, large companies operate globally, research projects are carried out in international teams and specialised literature is written in English. It is therefore important that you take advantage of your studies to gain experience abroad and to professionalise your foreign language skills.

Within the framework of our international university partnerships, we offer you many opportunities to study abroad.

Student exchange programmes:

• Europe: more than 100 ERASMUS partner universities, e.g. in Sweden, Spain, France, the Netherlands, Greece

• America: partner universities in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, USA and Canada

• Asia: partner universities in India, China, Japan and South Korea

In addition, you can complete an internship in a company abroad.

In our dual degree programmes, you can acquire a second university degree from a university abroad without extending your study time. There is cooperation with the following universities regarding a double degree programme:

• China: Tongji University, Shanghai

• France: Université de Technologie Compiègne

• Lithuania: Vilniaus Technikos Universitetas

• USA: University of Rhode Island

Study abroad [in German only]

The engine of technical progress

Engineers are the engine of technical progress. They drive innovation and develop solutions for issues of global importance such as climate protection and energy transition, feeding the world’s population, mobility and security. There is a high demand for well-trained, qualified specialists with a broad and at the same time deep (basic) knowledge, and currently far exceeds the number of graduates. With a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, you can choose from a variety of careers in industries such as the following:

• plant engineering,

• power engineering,

• precision engineering,

• medical technology,

• microtechnology,

• heavy machinery construction,

• process engineering,

• machine tool building.

You can find jobs in almost all sectors and industries, from research and development to production, sales, administration and management. In addition, you have the opportunity to do a doctorate at a university.