The MMT programme is a fully English-taught course of study.
Application period: 1 February to 15 March (for both EU and non-EU applicants)
In the first two semesters, students initially acquire advanced theoretical knowledge in the fields of forming technology, materials technology, and machining technology. The "Interdisciplinary Qualification" module in the first two semesters enables students to familiarise themselves with the methodology of other disciplines such as the humanities, social sciences or economics. In addition to the content already mentioned, students can individualise their course of study from the beginning and deepen personal interests through electives from an elective catalogue. The elective content is organised over three semesters, so that there is a balanced relationship in the parallel pursuit of compulsory and elective content. Students are given a high degree of flexibility in the design of their studies.
In the third semester, the range of courses is supplemented by the acquisition of further practical knowledge. Within the framework of a specialist laboratory and a scientific (industrial) project, students learn how to work independently on specific problems. This should enable students to compare the manufacturing processes they have become familiar with in industrial practice with current developments in the individual subject areas. In addition, students learn how to organise and successfully implement projects involving several participants. Important soft skills, such as working on a project in a team, but also independent and scientific work are acquired through this.
Thanks to the international nature of the programme, students acquire additional soft skills, such as intercultural competencies. The skills acquired in the rhetoric and language courses can be applied in everyday professional life and contribute to the students' personal development.
On the basis of the final Master's thesis in the fourth semester, students demonstrate that they are able to work independently on a complex problem. Upon completion of the programme, graduates are able to analyse and optimise existing manufacturing processes, evaluate production systems and develop new processes.
Further information can be found on the MMT website: http://www.mmt.mb.tu-dortmund.de/.
During the first two semesters, students gain profound theoretical knowledge in the following compulsory modules:
The "Interdisciplinary Qualification" module is geared towards imparting soft skills as well as language skills in order to prepare students for their later profession.
In addition, students choose elective modules according to their individual interests, for example:
The third semester is characterised by project and laboratory work, which enables students to acquire the competency to apply theoretical knowledge in practical applications.
The Master's thesis is scheduled for the fourth semester.
Voluntary stays abroad are possible.
Voluntary stays abroad are possible.
Voluntary internships are possible.
Approx. 300 EUR per semester
800-1000 EUR per month
Deutschlandstipendium
Please find more information here: https://mb.tu-dortmund.de/en/faculty/scholarships-awards/
An admissions committee decides on exceptions, requirements, and the admission of candidates with comparable degrees to the Master's programme.
All applicants must provide proof of their English skills B2 (TOEFL [79], IELTS [6.5], or equivalent certificate). Please check here for detailed information: https://mb.tu-dortmund.de/studium/studiengaenge/msc-manufacturing-technology/application/requirements-documents/
Knowledge of German is not required.
Application period: 1 February to 15 March (for both EU and non-EU applicants)
Applications can be submitted online via uni-assist.
Please click here for further information: https://mb.tu-dortmund.de/studium/studiengaenge/msc-manufacturing-technology/application/
Student research assistant positions are available.
Accommodation is available through student services (https://www.stwdo.de/wohnen) as well as through the International Office of TU Dortmund University (https://international.tu-dortmund.de/en/international-students/everyday-life/accommodation/), or on the private market. Rent for a single room in a student residence is approx. 180 to 300 EUR. Also check out the City of Dortmund website for information on finding housing for students (https://www.dortmund.de/de/leben_in_dortmund/bildungwissenschaft/studienorientierung/tipps_zur_wohnungssuche/).
An International Coordination Team can be approached at all times. Before the start of their studies, first-year students are assigned a "buddy team" consisting of an already-established MMT student and a student from the German taught programmes. In this way, the first-year students can already establish contacts, ask questions and ask for help in a short and unconventional way.
As an integrated part of the syllabus, every semester, we offer am MMT German course at the beginner level A1 (winter semester). In case students already have German language skills, they may choose another German course with a higher level. However, those courses are not integrated into the schedule.
A university with a unique profile: Since its founding in 1968, TU Dortmund University has developed a special profile encompassing 17 departments ranging from science and engineering to social sciences and cultural studies. The university has more than 32,000 students and 6,800 employees, including 300 professors.
TU Dortmund University has a strong focus on research. The university’s departments, e.g. mechanical engineering (with its emphasis on production and logistics), physics, biochemical and chemical engineering, statistics and computer science, and education research, are well known for their outstanding research achievements both nationally and internationally.
Students at TU Dortmund University can choose from classical subjects and innovative courses of study such as medical physics or degree programmes in spatial planning, statistics, and journalism. A particular focus is on teacher training. TU Dortmund University is one of only a few universities in Germany that offers professional teaching qualifications for all types of schools.
With around 6,800 employees, TU Dortmund University is one of Dortmund’s largest employers and has helped drive the transformation of the city and the Ruhr region from Europe’s largest coal mining and steel production area into a high-tech and service location as well as a cultural metropolis.
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