Master
English
Social Sciences
Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo)
Master
About the Program
The Master‘s degree programme in Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo+) is an Erasmus Mundus programme jointly offered by the following five partner universities: École Centrale de Nantes (Nantes, France), Università degli Studi dell’Aquila (L’Aquila, Italy), National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest (Bucharest, Romania), Centro de Investigacíon y de Estudios Avcanzados del Instituto Politéchnico National (CINVESTAV, Mexico City, Mexico) and Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel (Kiel, Germany). Within the framework of this programme, students study at least two of the above-mentioned universities. Students who participate in the Erasmus Mundus Master's programme E-PiCo+ and have spent at least one study semester (second or third semester) at Kiel University will receive the Master's degree in Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control from Kiel University. All courses are held in English. At the different university locations, students also gain insight into the language and culture of the respective country. The E-PiCo+ Master's degree programme deals with the challenges resulting from electrification in road and shipping traffic as well as in the transport industry. It offers academic education across the entire range of electric drive systems (including charge and power optimisation, energy management, battery life cycle, power electronics, control and automation technology) with the various technological specialisations of the partner universities. By involving local and international industrial partners in the degree programme, students will not only have contact with renowned researchers at the various universities but will also be able to gain practical experience with potential future employers during their studies. Website: master-epico.ec-nantes.fr/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/masterepico/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/master_epico/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/e-pico/
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The Master‘s degree programme in Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo+) is an Erasmus Mundus programme jointly offered by the following five partner universities: École Centrale de Nantes (Nantes, France), Università degli Studi dell’Aquila (L’Aquila, Italy), National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest (Bucharest, Romania), Centro de Investigacíon y de Estudios Avcanzados del Instituto Politéchnico National (CINVESTAV, Mexico City, Mexico) and Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel (Kiel, Germany). Within the framework of this programme, students study at least two of the above-mentioned universities. Students who participate in the Erasmus Mundus Master's programme E-PiCo+ and have spent at least one study semester (second or third semester) at Kiel University will receive the Master's degree in Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control from Kiel University. All courses are held in English. At the different university locations, students also gain insight into the language and culture of the respective country. The E-PiCo+ Master's degree programme deals with the challenges resulting from electrification in road and shipping traffic as well as in the transport industry. It offers academic education across the entire range of electric drive systems (including charge and power optimisation, energy management, battery life cycle, power electronics, control and automation technology) with the various technological specialisations of the partner universities. By involving local and international industrial partners in the degree programme, students will not only have contact with renowned researchers at the various universities but will also be able to gain practical experience with potential future employers during their studies. Website: master-epico.ec-nantes.fr/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/masterepico/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/master_epico/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/e-pico/
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How do I apply to Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel
Is Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo) 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 Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 Electric Vehicle Propulsion and Control (E-PiCo)? ▼
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 für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel — 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.