EEIGM French-German Bachelor's Programme in Materials Science and Engineering Saarland University

This programme aims to equip students, building on a foundation in the natural sciences, to solve technical and scientific problems using modern scientific and technical methods, thereby enabling them to develop practical professional skills at an early stage.

This objective requires a solid foundational education in core engineering and natural science disciplines. Students must also develop the ability to recognise essential connections within complex situations, including competencies in the application of technical and theoretical knowledge. Additionally, the development of key professional skills — such as strong communication and teamwork abilities, the capacity to independently familiarise oneself with new subject areas, and effective work organisation — plays a crucial role.

Furthermore, during a two-semester stay at the École Européenne d’Ingénieurs en Génie des Matériaux (EEIGM) in Nancy, France, students will receive specialised instruction in applied foreign language skills in French and English as well as intercultural competence.

The Bachelor’s programme is divided into two parts. Students complete the first phase (semesters 1 through 4) at Saarland University. The second phase of the EEIGM Bachelor’s programme (semesters 5 and 6) takes place in Nancy at the École Européenne d'Ingénieurs en Génie des Matériaux (EEIGM). The structure and content of the courses taken in Nancy are based on the EEIGM’s academic curriculum. Students also write their theses during their stay in Nancy.

Students must also complete two internships: a basic internship of at least six weeks and a specialised internship of five weeks. It is recommended that the basic internship be completed before the start of the programme.

During the first two semesters, the focus is on foundational courses such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering mechanics. However, there are also introductory courses in materials science. In later semesters, the curriculum is expanded to include subjects such as materials behaviour and functional materials.

École Européenne d’Ingénieurs en Génie des Matériaux / Université de Lorraine

Six-week basic training internship and five-week specialised work placement

Applicants must have a German higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or a recognised equivalent higher education entrance qualification from the student's home country.

Currently 394.30 EUR per semester (https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/study/organisation/fees/semester-fee.html)

The Welcome Center at Saarland University provides information on working and living in Saarbrücken. For more information, please visit their website: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/living-working.html.

Cost of living: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/preparing/financing/cost-of-living.html

It is common for students to work as research assistants in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, where they perform tasks such as laboratory work. These positions typically involve six to eight hours per week and are paid by the university.

DFH — UFA, mobility grant: This grant currently amounts to 300 EUR per month during the mobility phase.

Rooms and apartments are relatively easy to find and are affordable. For more information, please visit: https://www.stw-saarland.de/en/living/.