Courses are held in English (100%).
Students have the possibility to take elective modules taught in German.
Applicants with foreign certificates: 30 November
Applicants with German certificates: 15 January
StREaM is an interdisciplinary, international Bachelor’s programme that combines engineering and economics, with a special focus on sustainability as an overlapping theme. On the one hand, students acquire basic knowledge in engineering and in economics. On the other hand, they gain knowledge and understanding of the principles of sustainable development as well as its importance for the economy and industry, the environment and the society in Germany as well as worldwide.
Students acquire skills and competencies that allow them to do the following:
Sustainability as an overlapping theme
Fundamentals of Engineering and Environmental Sciences, e.g., in the following:
Fundamentals of Economic Science, e.g., in the following:
Acquisition of transversal competencies through:
The sixth semester includes a mobility window. Students can choose between an internship in Germany or abroad or studying abroad.
The seventh semester includes an internship in Germany or abroad that is intended for the Bachelor's project.
Approx. 130 EUR per semester (including a semester ticket covering public transport in Magdeburg)
Accommodation: approx. 250 EUR
Costs of living: approx. 200 EUR
Students who have to apply for a visa need proof of sufficient financial resources (853 EUR per month).
International students (from their second year of studies) can apply for scholarships such as the Otto von Guericke Scholarship (500 EUR per month for one year), the Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) (300 EUR per month for one year) or the DAAD prize (a one-off payment of 1,000 EUR).
Studies and internships abroad can be supported via ERASMUS+ or PROMOS where appropriate.
No restricted admission
Special admission requirement:
Evidence of English language knowledge must be provided (see language requirements below).
Evidence of English language knowledge at the following level must be provided: Level B2 or above according to the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CEFR).
Evidence of the necessary English language skills can be provided in the form of one of the following:
Applicants with foreign certificates: 30 November
Applicants with German certificates: 15 January
Application with foreign certificates via https://www.uni-assist.de/en/
Application with German certificates via https://onlinecampus.h2.de
Accommodation is available from the "Studentenwerk Magdeburg" or on the private market. Students must organise their own accommodation. The university's International Office provides helpful information on how to find accommodation.
Please consult the website of the Career Center.
A young university
Founded in 1991, the university has long gained a reputation for its well-rounded academic education programme and motivated student body. Interested students can choose from around 50 study programmes taught at three departments in Magdeburg and two departments in Stendal. Around 130 professors guarantee a very good student-to-faculty ratio, with approximately 3,700 students in Magdeburg and 1,800 in Stendal.
Innovative degree programmes
If you are considering to study in a foreign country like Germany, you probably enjoy the new and exciting. Perfect! The university offers new and exciting fields of study like Applied Childhood Studies, Safety and Hazard Prevention, and Sign Language Interpreting.
Practice-oriented studies
If you have experienced overly theoretical lectures in secondary school, you probably prefer learning “hands on”. Excellent! The university focuses on practice-oriented studies that connect in-classroom learning with practical experience.
Green campuses
If you are about to start your student life, you probably are thinking about having fun. Rock on! Magdeburg and Stendal are great places for students. The student committee organises parties, the sports office keeps you active, and the green campuses are perfect for chilling out after class.
Low costs
If you are about to start your student life, you probably are thinking about your student budget. No problem! The semester fee is affordable, and it also includes public transport. The housing in Magdeburg and Stendal is low-price and of good quality.
Language courses and cultural events
If you are reading this, you probably have already learned at least one foreign language, namely English. Great! The university provides ample opportunity for expanding your horizons through language courses and cultural events.
In the heart of Germany
The central location of both sites within Germany enables rapid connections to Berlin, Hanover or Leipzig. The location is ideal for excursions to these cities!
With 1,200 years of rich and colourful history, Magdeburg is one of the oldest cities in the new Laender of the former Eastern Germany. There are only few cities in Central Europe which compare to Magdeburg in terms of its eventful historical past.
Magdeburg is a student city with almost 20,000 students which offers a wide range of activities and discounts for students!
The sights and attractions that can be found in Magdeburg reflect the eventful past and present of the metropolis on the river Elbe. Come and visit the capital city of the German State of Saxony-Anhalt for yourself and explore a fascinating location situated right at the heart of Germany.
Magdeburg Cathedral, which is dedicated to St. Maurice and St. Catherine, and the Art Museum in the Monastery of Our Lady are just two examples of some of the city’s most famous sights and attractions. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you pay these religious buildings a visit during your time in Magdeburg.
Magdeburg is not only home to a number of historical sights and landmarks, but also to a multitude of modern attractions such as the Magdeburg Waterway Junction, which boasts the world’s longest canal bridge, and the “Green Citadel of Magdeburg”, a building designed by the famous artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser.
You should also be sure to pay a visit to the old market square (Alter Markt), where you can view the “Magdeburg Horseman” statue, which is believed to depict Emperor Otto the First, and the Old Town Hall.
The city of Magdeburg's website provides an excellent overview of all of the sights and attractions in Magdeburg that are well worth a visit.
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