University of Applied Sciences Merseburg
English
Classes may contain online components, but this is not a distance learning programme.
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants:
1 April 2023 - 15 July 2023
Deadlines for international students from the European Union:
1 April 2024 - 15 June 2024
Application via uni-assist
Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union:
1 April 2024 - 15 June 2024
Application via uni-assist
The Bachelor's programme in Engineering and Management at the University of Applied Sciences Merseburg and the Martin Luther University (MLU) Halle-Wittenberg trains competent engineers in an inspiring, international environment with small class sizes and provides students with a comprehensive knowledge of both economics and language skills.
You will be able to understand and analyse international markets as well as technical and logistical processes. You will become familiar with the technical equipment and production facilities entrusted to you. Through your training in Germany and integrated German language classes, you will also gain the key to establishing future business relationships and effectively shaping international production chains and trade relations.
Applicants to our programme have a genuine interest in engineering and natural sciences, have links to business studies / economics, and possess an excellent proficiency in English. Additionally, international applicants have the desire to immerse themselves in a multilingual environment and will professionally benefit from a strong command of the German language by the end of their studies.
The curriculum covers four thematic fields: engineering, business and economics, language, and intercultural knowledge.
Engineering
The fundamentals of the natural sciences are laid down in mathematics, physics, and chemistry courses. Then, engineering fundamentals are taught by focusing on materials science, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, mechanics, and electrical engineering. In-depth courses are then offered in different fields of process engineering, such as process engineering, equipment in processes, process control, and sustainable energy supply. Then, in so-called compulsory electives, students can specialise in biotechnology, environmental technology, computer-aided design (CAD), and plant engineering. These modules are run by Merseburg University of Applied Sciences in a very application-oriented manner and have a large practical component.
Business and Economics
Key modules in financial accounting, statistics I and II, cost accounting, and principles of investment as well as a large selection of other elective modules are offered by the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. These modules will complement your engineering skills with a management perspective.
Language
Language is the key to understanding. The programme is taught in English, but international students will benefit from integrated German language classes as part of their curriculum.
Intercultural Knowledge
Intercultural knowledge is invaluable for successful communication in an international context, so this topic will be addressed and taught in a very specific module.
A mandatory internship is part of the curriculum and is usually completed during a summer break. It is possible and common for students to spend up to six months carrying out internships to explore their interests and bond with potential employers.
Approx. 200 EUR
The cost of living in Merseburg/Halle is comparatively affordable. Applicants should anticipate total monthly expenses of 700–800 EUR, including rent, food, health insurance, and personal expenses. Your semester contribution (above) includes public transport in the greater region of Merseburg/Halle.
Our international offices help international students obtain access to small scholarships. These do not suffice to fully fund your stay, however, and are typically available only starting with your second year of studies.
We require a good command of the English language documented by TOEFL, IELTS, or similar test results. For a list of recognised proofs of proficiency, please visit our website.
We do not require any previous knowledge of German. German language classes are an integrated part of the international students' curriculum.
Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants:
1 April 2023 - 15 July 2023
Deadlines for international students from the European Union:
1 April 2024 - 15 June 2024
Application via uni-assist
Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union:
1 April 2024 - 15 June 2024
Application via uni-assist
Merseburg University of Applied Sciences does not accept applications from applicants with foreign educational qualifications directly, but has them checked by www.uni-assist.de.
International students have the option to work as interns at numerous international and local companies in the Leuna Chemical Complex or in Halle/Leipzig. Outstanding students may also be hired as tutors or assistants by various chairs.
Students typically live either in dormitories or shared accommodation. You can apply for a room in the dormitories upon admission or try to find accommodation on your own. Due to a high vacancy of apartments, it is fairly easy to find affordable accommodation once you arrive in Merseburg/Halle. Our international office and tutors from the programme can also assist you in the search for accommodation.
Both the University of Applied Sciences Merseburg and the MLU Halle-Wittenberg have career centres that help students find internships, part-time jobs, and employers upon graduation.
This is a joint programme offered by the University of Applied Sciences Merseburg and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg.
The University of Applied Sciences Merseburg was founded in its current form after the reunification in 1992, but its roots reach back to 1954. A self-contained campus covers an area of around 44 ha with large green belt areas, and the campus hosts approximately 3,000 students. The Engineering and Management programme is run by the School of Engineering and Natural Sciences (INW), which has close ties to the chemical industry of the region. The greater area around Merseburg, with its long history of chemical and process engineering, is home to a large number of world-class and medium-sized companies.
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg is a secular university that looks back on a long tradition and offers a complete range of studies in law, economics, humanities, and the sciences. There are currently more than 20,000 students who are enrolled in nine different departments. The Department of Law, Economics, and Business is the largest department with about 5,000 students.
Merseburg, once the residence of kings and bishops, is a small university town of historic character with approximately 35,000 residents. It is located next to the Leuna chemical site (https://www.infraleuna.de/en/) in a region with a strong tradition of outstanding chemical production at all scales.
Only 15 km from Merseburg lies Halle on the banks of the Saale river. It is the largest and most densely populated city in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, and it is an important historical and economically aspiring city in the heart of Germany. With its university, two colleges, and renowned research institutions for economics and biosciences as well as a booming logistics industry, it is one of the thriving cities in the region. The beautiful scenery and parks, which are inviting locations for sports or a barbecue with friends, as well as numerous cafés, bars, and clubs make Halle an attractive place to study.
Halle's rich 1,200-year history is reflected in its large variety of cultural opportunities and architectural monuments such as the Moritzburg and Giebichenstein Castles, the Halle Cathedral, the Halloren and Saltworks Museums, and the Franckesche Stiftungen – to name only a few. These old, intricately restored buildings from different epochs along with attractive, modern architecture make for a unique townscape. As the birthplace of Georg-Friedrich Händel, Halle is also the acknowledged cultural capital of Saxony-Anhalt, and it has a distinctive arts community. The Opera House, the Händel Auditorium, and numerous other theatres and stages have much to offer to the inclined audience.
Apart from the local attractions, Merseburg/Halle is a great starting point to do more travelling in Germany. You can easily reach every other city via two major interstate motorways, railway, or the Leipzig-Halle Airport.
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