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Hochschule Mittweida
Bachelor German Computer Science

Automation-Industry 4.0

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)

About the Program

Automation - Industry 4.0 is a specialization in the Bachelor program Electrical Engineering - Automation. With this focus, you will become a specialist in the field of digital industry. The program teaches how to develop concepts for Industry 4.0, shape the change in automation, and recognize and implement opportunities of modern manufacturing processes. The curriculum includes microprocessor technology, sensor/actuator technology, microcontroller technology, and robotics. Students learn how to automate production processes and how man and machine work together symbiotically. The program prepares graduates for roles such as project or automation engineers who coordinate digitization processes. Students spend the first year learning technical and scientific basics, which serves as an orientation phase, and choose their specialization at the end of the second semester.
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Automation - Industry 4.0 is a specialization in the Bachelor program Electrical Engineering - Automation. With this focus, you will become a specialist in the field of digital industry. The program teaches how to develop concepts for Industry 4.0, shape the change in automation, and recognize and implement opportunities of modern manufacturing processes. The curriculum includes microprocessor technology, sensor/actuator technology, microcontroller technology, and robotics. Students learn how to automate production processes and how man and machine work together symbiotically. The program prepares graduates for roles such as project or automation engineers who coordinate digitization processes. Students spend the first year learning technical and scientific basics, which serves as an orientation phase, and choose their specialization at the end of the second semester.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Automation-Industry 4.0 at Hochschule Mittweida

Is Automation-Industry 4.0 at Hochschule Mittweida taught in German or English?

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Automation-Industry 4.0 programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Automation-Industry 4.0 at Hochschule Mittweida?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Automation-Industry 4.0?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule Mittweida — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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