Mechanical Engineering ( Giessen )

The Mechanical Engineering program offers you a foundational, professionally qualifying Bachelor's degree. This interdisciplinary program culminates in the academic degree of Bachelor of Engineering. The Mechanical Engineering program builds upon a broad spectrum of fundamental engineering and natural science subjects and combines these with modern, career-oriented specializations within mechanical engineering.

Foundation studies: Support for starting your studies and flexibility

To make starting your studies easier, we support you in the first semester with an introductory seminar and a mentoring program. If you are unsure whether you are already well-prepared for a successful engineering or science degree, the new GetINGstarted program more time and additional support to help you get started.

In the first three semesters, you will lay the foundations for your successful engineering studies. You will take the fundamental engineering modules, such as mathematics, physics/chemistry, mechanics, materials science, technical thermodynamics, and electrical engineering.

All three Bachelor'sDegree Courses in the Department (Mechanical Engineering, Energy Technology , and Energy Economics and Energy Management) build upon this solid foundation in engineering and science, providing aspiring engineers with a strong basis. This equips them with the necessary tools to successfully tackle even initially unfamiliar engineering and science challenges.

Many first-year students already know at the start of their studies which of our three Degree Courses they want to specialize in. Some students change their minds during their foundational during your studies , as they then have a better understanding of their academic preferences. Switching between Bachelor's Degree Courses is possible without any loss of time until the beginning of the fourth semester. Specialization areas are also determined at this point. This gives you maximum flexibility in shaping your studies at the Department .

Advanced phase: Modern and application-oriented

The degree program covers all essential topics in modern mechanical engineering while allowing students to tailor their studies to their individual interests and goals. The later semesters feature in-depth, application-oriented courses in the three areas of specialization. Because the modules build upon one another, acquired knowledge is continually revisited, applied to new challenges, and expanded upon.

The practical relevance of the study program is supported by:

• Professionally oriented forms of assessment: carrying out project work in teams, writing project reports, presentations/lectures, colloquia
• Numerous laboratory practicals and excursions
• Cooperation between the institutes of the FB ME and companies in research projects
• Opportunities for student participation in projects of the institutes of the FB ME
• Practical work experience in a company
• Writing the bachelor thesis in a company

The program is further enhanced by a diverse Elective component. In addition to subject-specific courses, students also develop interdisciplinary soft skills (teamwork, social competence, technical English, etc.) that are increasingly in demand in the professional world. By choosing relevant topics for project work, practical placements, and the bachelor's thesis, you can further specialize within your chosen areas of focus.

Once you have completed your bachelor's degree, not only will you have access to many different fields of work in regional, national and international industry, but the Department ME also offers the opportunity to directly pursue a master's degree.

The following is a list of the courses offered in this degree program. The numbers indicate the weekly contact hours (SWS) or the credit points you will receive for successful completion of the course. A total of 210 credit points must be earned. You can find information about the content of each course in the module handbook.

The detailed study program can be found in the module handbook.

You will learn how sophisticated technical machines and systems are designed, manufactured and put into operation, how manufacturing processes work and can be optimized, and acquire skills that will make you a sought-after employee in many industries.

In addition to "classic" combustion engine technology, you will learn everything you need to pursue a career in the e-mobility industry. This specialization covers everything from the development of vehicles and their components to safety testing and the simulation of driving and crash behavior.

Intelligent, modern manufacturing facilities make extensive use of robots, sensors, camera systems, and artificial intelligence. This specialization provides the necessary knowledge to work with these technologies. You will learn the principles on which automated manufacturing is based and how to plan, implement, optimize, and maintain it

Mechanical engineers are both generalists and specialists: they are prepared for a wide range of challenges in modern industry through a broad-based course of study, but also often specialize in individual areas in which they develop into sought-after experts.

Our mechanical engineering program is particularly practice-oriented: We want our students to transition smoothly into the job market after graduation. Our experience confirms this: Even during periods of economic downturn, our graduates have no problem finding attractive jobs after their studies – including in the Giessen region!

Our students often get to know their future employers during their practical training or while working on their bachelor's thesis. And it's not uncommon for these companies to then even financially support the students in pursuing a master's degree.

Graduates in mechanical engineering typically work in the following companies: 

• Companies in the field of mechanical and plant engineering
• Automotive industry and automotive suppliers
• Component and system supplier in the field of drive technology and e-mobility
• Component and system supplier in the field of sensor technology and measurement technology
• Component and system supplier in the field of microtechnology and optics

In the "GettING Started" study program variant, the number of modules in the first semesters is reduced. The program offers students academic support and guidance throughout their individual studies, extending the standard period of study by two semesters.

All information can be found on the Getting Started page.

degree

Bachelor (B.Eng.)

Standard period of study

7 semesters

Accreditation

AQAS Cologne

Study options

Full-time studies

Main language of instruction

German

Study location

Giessen

Cost

Semester fee

Admission mode

The course is open admission. You only need to enroll within the respective deadline and meet the enrollment requirements to secure a place.

Start of studies

Winter and summer semesters

Bridge courses

Before the start of lectures, THM one-week bridging courses in subjects including mathematics, physics, programming, and chemistry. First-year students can use these courses to refresh their prior knowledge and fill any gaps.

Basic internship

Ten weeks of basic internship must be completed by the end of the third semester. It is recommended to complete the internship before beginning your studies. Further information about the basic internship can be found in the examination regulations. 

Enrollment period

June 1st to September 20th (winter semester)
December 1st to March 20th (summer semester)

Application period for international students

Applications are accepted via uni-assist from April 1st to July 15th (winter semester) and from October 1st to January 15th (summer semester)
Further information for international applicants is available from the International Office.

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