How is the study program structured?

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Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor)

In the first four semesters, mathematical and scientific knowledge is taught. In the subsequent three semesters, students can choose between six specializations.

In addition, "key competencies" are also taught, e.g. scientific work and presentation, languages, business fundamentals or project, quality and process management.

Basic Studies

The Mechanical Engineering Program in Kassel combines scientific orientation with practical relevance. In the first four semesters, Engineering Fundamentals are taught: These include:

Mathematics and Computer Science
Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Electrical Engineering, and Measurement and Control Technology
Production Engineering and Materials Technology
Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Construction Technology

Main Studies

In the subsequent three-semester main course of study, students can choose between six specializations:

Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Energy Technology and Environmental Technology
Automation and Digital Transformation
Modelling and Simulation in Applied Mechanics
Human - Organisation - Technology
Sustainable Vehicle Technology

In addition to the subject-specific content, great importance is attached to key competencies (soft skills) such as scientific work and presentation, languages, business fundamentals or project, quality and process management.

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Overarching course content

Theory and Practice

The mechanical engineering course in Kassel combines scientific orientation with practical relevance. This begins in the first semester as part of a lecture series, where students are given an insight into current research topics. In the further course of their studies, students deepen their theoretical knowledge in interdisciplinary practical projects, such as the Herkules Racing Team or the Engineers without Borders Challenge.

Key Competencies

In addition to subject-specific content, great importance is attached to key competencies (soft skills) such as scientific work and presentations, languages, business fundamentals or project, quality and process management.

Comprehensive Study Specializations

Regardless of the chosen specialization, skills and knowledge in the following areas are continuously developed during the course of study

project work,
digitalization and automation,
data science, machine learning and artificial intelligence as well as
sustainability and resource conservation

in order to optimally prepare students for the working world in Industry 4.0.

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Basic internship

A basic internship should preferably be completed before the start of the program and must be proven no later than the registration for the first module examination of the main course of study.