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Technische Hochschule Mannheim
Master German Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

Automotive industry, energy engineering, manufacturing engineering, power plant construction, medical engineering, food industry, environmental engineering, packaging machines - mechanical engineering is used across all sectors of industry. Mechanical and plant engineering is the largest industrial sector in Germany and covers a wide range of areas: from machines in the narrow sense, manufacturing and automation engineering, vehicles of all types, plants of the most differing sizes in the fields of energy and medical engineering and more besides. Graduates of the master's programme find responsible positions in the areas of research, development, construction and in production management and quality assurance. The master's degree programme allows students to pursue their preferences and move towards their individual career goal by broadening fundamentals on a higher level, selecting challenging focal areas (2 out of 5), enhancing their personal profile by taking elective modules, solving a practically-related task in the form of a master's thesis. Students learn to use problem solving techniques, methods of calculation and simulation and visualisation procedures at an advanced level.
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Automotive industry, energy engineering, manufacturing engineering, power plant construction, medical engineering, food industry, environmental engineering, packaging machines - mechanical engineering is used across all sectors of industry. Mechanical and plant engineering is the largest industrial sector in Germany and covers a wide range of areas: from machines in the narrow sense, manufacturing and automation engineering, vehicles of all types, plants of the most differing sizes in the fields of energy and medical engineering and more besides. Graduates of the master's programme find responsible positions in the areas of research, development, construction and in production management and quality assurance. The master's degree programme allows students to pursue their preferences and move towards their individual career goal by broadening fundamentals on a higher level, selecting challenging focal areas (2 out of 5), enhancing their personal profile by taking elective modules, solving a practically-related task in the form of a master's thesis. Students learn to use problem solving techniques, methods of calculation and simulation and visualisation procedures at an advanced level.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Mechanical Engineering

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Mechanical Engineering at Technische Hochschule Mannheim

Is Mechanical Engineering at Technische Hochschule Mannheim taught in German or English?

This Master 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 Mechanical Engineering 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 Mechanical Engineering at Technische Hochschule Mannheim?

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 Mechanical Engineering?

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 Technische Hochschule Mannheim — 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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