How is the study program structured?

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Mechatronics (Bachelor)

In the first four semesters (basic studies), mathematical and scientific knowledge is taught. In the subsequent two-semester main study period, students can choose between two specializations.

In addition to the technical content, "key competencies" are also taught, e.g. scientific work and presentation, languages, business basics or project, quality and process management.

(opens enlarged image) — Percentage of subject content during the entire course of study

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 for example

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 study

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

Applied Mechanics,
Automation and System Dynamics,
Power Engineering,
Production Engineering and Industrial Science,
Materials and Design.

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.

Overarching teaching content

Theory and practice

The mechanical engineering program in Kassel combines scientific orientation with practical relevance. This already begins in the first semester as part of a lecture series, where an insight is given into current topics from research. 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 the subject-specific content, great importance is attached to key competencies (soft skills) such as scientific work and presentation, languages, business management basics or also project, quality and process management.

Overarching areas of study

Regardless of the chosen specialization, skills and knowledge in the areas of,

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.

Study plan

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Basic internship

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

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