Technical Engineering (BEng) Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden (OTH)

OTH Amberg-Weiden offers you the first-class opportunity to obtain a Bachelor of Engineering degree at a German university with its fully English-taught programme of Technical Engineering.

Our Bachelor's degree programme opens up a broad range of fields of expertise with a focus on fundamental engineering sciences. Furthermore, we also qualify our students in the areas of business management, intercultural competences and languages, which leads to excellent career opportunities in an international environment.

The flexible combination of modules from different specialisations also allows you to set your own priorities in your studies, according to your interests. From the third semester onwards, you can choose from a wide range of possible subjects. You are not limited to the English-language modules offered in the degree programme, but also have the option of choosing German-language lectures from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering/Environmental Engineering.

A strong practical focus is important to us. In many subjects, the lectures are complemented by various internships in our modern and well-equipped laboratories. The internship semester and the final thesis take place in the last semester, during which no lectures are scheduled. The long, continuous period that you spend in the company offers you optimal opportunities for a successful start to your career.

Our Bachelor's programme is specifically aimed at foreign students with English language skills who wish to obtain an engineering degree from a German university.

Hear directly from the programme director, international programme coordinator, and current international students in our online information session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdWlGcBORR8.

The duration of the programme takes seven semesters in total. After the first two semesters, in which you will have completed various compulsory modules, you will be able to choose the modules you wish to take from the catalogue of courses offered. In the third and fourth semesters, the foundations will be laid for the respective specialisations, which will be explored in greater depth in the fifth and sixth semester of study.

At the same time, you will receive a thorough language education in German up to B2 level. This enables students to attend the lectures offered by the faculty in German and better prepare for your practical, internship semester.

In contrast to other Bachelor's degree programmes, the internship semester takes place in the final semester and is completed alongside the final thesis. The resulting longer period of time in a company offers you the opportunity to establish contacts with potential employers and to lay a good foundation for your professional career at home and abroad.

Upon completion of your studies and successful defence of your Bachelor's thesis, you will be awarded the academic degree of "Bachelor of Engineering in Technical Engineering".

Winter semester application period:
15 April to 15 September

Summer semester application period:
1 November to 1 March

Please check our application portal for all current application deadlines.

Please note that there is a non-refundable 50 EUR application fee for each study programme application.

A school leaving certificate / high school diploma
(Applicants with documents from outside of Germany are advised to have their degree verified by an independent organisation (e.g. uni-assist) before applying to the university.)

More information on the general applications process can also be found here.

Further details of the admission requirements for the Bachelor's degree programme in Technical Engineering can be found on the website of the programme.

You can apply for a place within the application period on the application portal of the OTH Amberg-Weiden.

All students need to pay a semester contribution of 87 EUR (student union fee).

The cost of living varies from approx. 750 EUR to 900 EUR per month.

Several internationally operating companies are located in Amberg, which regularly offer internships and working student activities.

The curriculum also gives students the opportunity to work part-time.

OTH PartnerCircle supports a good partnership between university and industry. You may find suitable part-time employment here.

In general, part-time jobs can be found at "Hochschuljobboerse" – also for remote work.

For career advisory service, please contact the Study and Career Service.

In Germany, enrolment does not automatically mean a place in student dormitories.Therefore, start your search for accommodation as early as possible.

The public dorms administration (Studierendenwerk) is a completely separate organisational unit and not part of the university. Therefore, we have no influence on the allocation of rooms.

"Eisberg" student dorm in Amberg  (107 rooms), rent: 340 EUR to 470 EUR

If you are unable to secure a room directly in the student dormitory, please check for other possible accommodations in and around Amberg. You can also refer to the following link.

To get a first impression of what our university has to offer, please take a look at our short OTH Amberg-Weiden Image Film!

Portfolio and departments

OTH Amberg-Weiden is a university with a very unique and international profile. About 50% of all students studying at our university are international students. The university offers around 50 study programmes in four departments:

• Industrial Engineering and Healthcare
• Weiden Business School
• Mechanical Engineering / Environmental Engineering
• Electrical Engineering / Media / Computer Sciences

The university cultivates a unique model of co-operations and partnerships with companies, guaranteeing a direct transfer of knowledge and experience between teaching and practice, science and the economy.

Study programmes

The university offers German and English taught programmes. To learn more about our programmes, take a look at the following website on our study programmes.

Services

OTH Amberg-Weiden places strong emphasis on service. A staff-to-student ratio of 1:40 ensures excellent conditions for students. Discussions during lectures, small groups and close contact between students and staff are simply taken for granted. The Student Office (Admission Office), Study and Career Service and International Office of the university are in close contact with applicants and students. The Student Office is responsible for the application and admission procedures.

Research

OTH Amberg-Weiden is firmly rooted in the Oberpfalz region, working in close collaboration with renowned regional, national and international businesses, which in turn benefit from OTH’s expertise and innovative strength. The university has very close relationships with more than 30 member companies of the PartnerCircle, a close network of the most renowned companies in the region.

Key benefits

• Small class sizes
• Hands-on learning
• State-of-the-art laboratories
• 24/7 library access – 365 days of the year
• Fast and easy contact with lecturers
• Top business contacts for optimal career opportunities during and after your studies (PartnerCircle)
• Contact with partner universities worldwide
• 72% of students in the programme are international

Amberg and Weiden, with their centuries-old history offer plenty of culture, sports and culinary events. Highlights like Christmas markets, music festivals, sporting events, traditional Bavarian festivities such as: "Altstadtfest" and "Bergfest" and more that will quickly make you feel at home.

Just see for yourself!

Weiden image film

Amberg image film