E.G. Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 7 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95
About this programme
The English-taught Master's degree programme Mechanical Engineering International is aimed particularly at international students and teaches advanced engineering methods for the analysis, modelling and optimisation of complex technical systems. Students develop scientifically sound solutions and learn to design and implement innovative products, processes and systems independently.
In the Master's degree programme Mechanical Engineering International, you will deepen your engineering expertise, building on a relevant Bachelor’s degree. Thanks to a flexible selection of modules rather than fixed specialisations, you can develop your professional profile to suit your individual needs. This allows you to tailor your studies specifically to your personal career goals whilst simultaneously building interdisciplinary expertise. The programme includes mandatory modules such as Advanced Dynamics, Project Management, Smart Manufacturing Systems, Structural Optimisation, Product Lifecycle Management, Smart Robotics, Structural Health Monitoring and Intercultural Training. The programme is complemented by elective modules, project work or extended project work, and the Master's thesis with a colloquium.
Course details verified 10 Sep 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source
Intakes & deadlines
Winter semester
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Entry requirements
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E.G. Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 7 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95
Prerequisites
Admission to the programme requires a first professional qualification with an overall mark of 2.5 or higher or an ECTS grade B or higher in one of the following disciplines: Mechatronics Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 210 credit points, or in a comparable degree programme. In addition, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in German at A2 CEFR level and in English at C1 CEFR level. For those who have completed a German-language degree programme, proficiency in German is deemed to have been demonstrated; for those who have completed an English-language degree programme, proficiency in English is deemed to have been demonstrated. Alumni/as of a Bachelor’s degree programme comprising 180 credit points may be admitted on condition that they complete additional bridging modules totalling 30 credit points.
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Typical graduate salary — Engineering (general), Europe
EUR 49,000–51,000/yr
· ≈ ₹52.1 L–₹54.2 L/yr
This is an indicative early-career range for the whole Engineering (general) field in Europe,
from official graduate-outcome data — not a figure for this programme or university, and not a guarantee of
what you will earn. What you actually earn depends on the role, employer, city and your visa.
Rupee figure converted at the 26 Oct 2026 mid-market rate; your
bank's rate will be worse and currencies move, so use it for planning, not as the amount you will receive.
No tuition fee. Checked against the university's own fees page. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Admission to the programme requires a first professional qualification with an overall mark of 2.5 or higher or an ECTS grade B or higher in one of the following disciplines: Mechatronics Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering with 210 credit points, or in a comparable degree programme. In addition, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in German at A2 CEFR level and in English at C1 CEFR level. For those who have completed a German-language degree programme, proficiency in German is deemed to have been demonstrated; for those who have completed an English-language degree programme, proficiency in English is deemed to have been demonstrated. Alumni/as of a Bachelor’s degree programme comprising 180 credit points may be admitted on condition that they complete additional bridging modules totalling 30 credit points. English: E.G. Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 7 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95.
The programme runs about 18 months full-time.
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