Bachelor
German
Engineering
Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder AuslandssemesterMechanical Engineering with Internship or Study Abroad
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
About the Program
The Bachelor's program in Mechanical Engineering at FH Dortmund provides a broad spectrum of engineering knowledge. Students can customize their studies through compulsory and elective modules in the focus areas of Production Technology, Product Development and Simulation, and Machine, Energy and Environmental Technology. The program emphasizes practical and project-oriented teaching methods. The curriculum includes a practical semester of twenty weeks in the sixth semester, where students are introduced to the professional activities of an engineer through concrete tasks and subject-related collaboration in mechanical engineering companies or other relevant organizations. Alternatively, students can spend time abroad at one of the partner universities. The program concludes with a Bachelor thesis in the seventh semester, leading to the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.).
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The Bachelor's program in Mechanical Engineering at FH Dortmund provides a broad spectrum of engineering knowledge. Students can customize their studies through compulsory and elective modules in the focus areas of Production Technology, Product Development and Simulation, and Machine, Energy and Environmental Technology. The program emphasizes practical and project-oriented teaching methods. The curriculum includes a practical semester of twenty weeks in the sixth semester, where students are introduced to the professional activities of an engineer through concrete tasks and subject-related collaboration in mechanical engineering companies or other relevant organizations. Alternatively, students can spend time abroad at one of the partner universities. The program concludes with a Bachelor thesis in the seventh semester, leading to the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.).
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How do I apply to Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund?
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 Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund
Is Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund 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 Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester 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 Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester at Fachhochschule Dortmund? ▼
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 Maschinenbau, Praxis- oder Auslandssemester? ▼
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 Fachhochschule Dortmund — 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.