Courses are held in English (100%), but the thesis project takes place in German companies. Therefore, knowledge of German and English are required. Details can be found on our website. A minimum German A2 test certificate has to be submitted at the time of application. We expect you to reach German B1.
The application deadlines can be found on our website: https://www.th-luebeck.de/studium/bewerbung/schritt-fuer-schritt-erklaert/.
What can you expect?
We offer an internationally focused, future- and application-oriented course of study with excellent supervision. You will benefit from small study groups and close contact with our professors. You will develop solutions for challenging tasks both on your own and as part of a team. In our programme, it is of great importance to us that you determine the profile of your studies yourself. Thus, you can focus on your own interests through an individual combination of compulsory elective modules. In-depth scientific engineering studies with a high level of practical content and close networking with industry are a natural part of our study programme. In addition, we will teach you important key qualifications in the fields of business and management. With this, you will be well prepared for your professional career. From the first semester onwards, all courses are taught in English, ensuring that you will be able to communicate confidently in a global working environment.
In our Master's programme, you can choose between the specialisations/profile in Design and Systems Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering:
DESIGN AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
The profile in Design and Systems Engineering focuses on the development and design of products and solutions using the latest technologies and methods in Mechanical Engineering (e.g. model-driven design, digital twin, intelligent systems). These key competences are the foundation for a successful positioning of Mechanical Engineering businesses in the international, globalised markets.
In this specialisation, you train and broaden your mindset with the aim of implementing a philosophy of thinking above horizons and limitations while targeting innovative application technology that meets all relevant requirements — technical, social and environmental.
MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
The profile in Materials Science and Engineering focuses on contemporary engineering materials, with emphasis on polymers, composite materials and metals. Materials have always played a major role in the development of new products and will be a key factor for a successful orientation of mechanical engineering in the future. In the past decades, there has been a permanent and progressive growth in the area of plastics, composite materials and high-strength alloys.
In this specialisation, you train and broaden your in-depth knowledge about the microstructure and mechanical behaviour of different materials. This profile teaches you how to develop innovative material solutions. As a result, it enables you to create innovative materials for the challenges of the globalised industry and actively shape the future of Mechanical Engineering.
The coursework of the programme is divided into three semesters (1.5 years = 90 ECTS). You can start in the summer or winter semester.
The first semester provides expanded fundamental knowledge such as Mechanics of Solids, Engineering Mathematics, Materials Science, etc. The second semester offers further specialisation, especially in the two profiles "Design and Systems Engineering" and "Materials Science and Engineering".
The third semester consists of the Master's project, a seminar, and the Master's thesis.
Students who start in the winter semester will study in reverse order. You will take your elective courses first and then continue with the more general courses in the summer semester. Seminars are offered each semester, so there is no delay in concluding your studies.
Our industry-oriented classes, research projects, and theses offer further in-depth knowledge in various fields, qualifying you for future management positions. Consequently, electives in mechanical engineering and management are part of the curriculum.Each profile allows you a high flexibility and individual focus on the selection of subjects.
In our Master's degree programme, you can choose between the following specialisation/profiles: "Design and Systems Engineering“ and "Materials Science and Engineering“.
You can match your elective classes to your thesis topic, personal goals and individual interests. In addition to our two compulsory modules in each profile, you will choose three more classes individually from the elective catalogues (two from the field of Mechanical Engineering, one from the field of Management).
In addition, you have the opportunity to take courses or write your thesis at our partner universities without delaying your graduation.
In our "International Design Engineer" special partner programme, you can study one or two semesters abroad at our partner universities in Sweden or Poland and experience the following benefits: personality development, expanded professional expertise and building a network of international contacts. We are thus able to offer you an extended range of classes, subjects and know-how; significantly more than one single university would be able to provide. In addition, various exchange opportunities complete the options you have during your Master's degree studies.
Language courses, career development offers, workshops, project weeks and sport activities complete the wide range of options and services that we offer to the students of our degree programme.
Of course, our programme is accredited, and it follows the international ECTS system for granting credits.
Our Master of Science programme in Mechanical Engineering offers students variety, international experience, and challenge! Take advantage of this chance!
All courses are held in English. Various exchange options and our "International Design Engineer" special exchange programme are offered.
Students are strongly encouraged to take responsibility for their own studies. Therefore, the majority of Master's thesis projects are written in industry. You will apply early and independently for an external thesis project and benefit from your company contacts in the second and third semester seminars.
Approx. 380 EUR per semester, including public transportation in Schleswig-Holstein
Approx. 900 EUR per month
"Deutschlandstipendium" and assistance for completion of Master's thesis
Participation in the selection process for admission generally requires:
Conditional admission can be granted to applicants with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 180 ECTS. Please contact us for further details.
For further information about our application process, please see here:
https://www.th-luebeck.de/en/studies/application/step-by-step/.
For more information about our degree programme, admission options and programme requirements, please see here:
https://www.th-luebeck.de/MM.
PLEASE NOTE: It is only possible to submit your application during the official application periods as stated on our website.
The application deadlines can be found on our website: https://www.th-luebeck.de/studium/bewerbung/schritt-fuer-schritt-erklaert/.
Due to the intensive nature of the programme (full-time), the time for a part-time job is limited. Therefore, we do not recommend it. But there are possibilities to work on campus or in industry. For most job offers, knowledge of German is required.
Accommodation is available through the Student Services Office or on the private market: https://www.studentenwerk.sh/en.
Rent for a single room in a student residence is approx. 350 EUR.
Career advisory service is available.
Our university provides dedicated support structures to ensure inclusion and equal opportunities for all students. Diversity-related matters are addressed by the Diversity Office, which supports issues of participation, inclusion, and a diversity-sensitive campus culture. Students with disabilities or chronic health conditions can contact the Equal Opportunities Office, which offers guidance on accessibility, accommodations, and individual support needs.
On campus, you will find a dedicated baby care room, a day care centre operated by the student services organisation, as well as a variety of activities for children during school holidays.
Our International Office provides personalised counselling for asylum seekers.
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