Electrical Engineering Technical University of Applied Sciences Augsburg

In the Master's programme in Electrical Engineering, you will gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in the field of electrical engineering and information technology, develop your methodological skills and acquire transferable skills, including independent learning and interdisciplinary thinking.

This course equips graduates with unique engineering skills and empowers them to either continue in academia or take on positions with a high level of responsibility.

International students will be able to study this Master’s programme from winter semester 2025/26 onwards. The lectures are held in English only. Specific information can be found in the study plan document.

Information events about the Master's programme in Electrical Engineering take place each semester. Details will be published on our website: https://www.tha.de/en/Electrical-Engineering/MEE.html.

The degree programme comprises of three semesters and is divided into two parts:

1. Advanced study programme

During the first two semesters, students can deepen their knowledge through advanced lectures and specialise even further by working on real-world projects.

2. Master's thesis

The students of this programme are expected to utilise their new skills to work on a scientific thesis in the third semester.

Graduates of this programme are well equipped for successful careers and demanding roles in the field of electrical engineering. This Master's programme offers excellent prospects for a career in research as well as in innovative industries. With this Master's degree, students will be prepared for various career paths:

• Research & development in electrical and information technology
• Project management and system integration
• Product development and production planning
• Roles in operational or strategic management
• Leadership roles in international companies, small and medium-sized enterprises as well as start-ups
• Advanced academic career & PhD studies

Course duration: three semesters full-time (two intakes per year: summer semester / March, winter semester / October)

Total credits: 90 ECTS credit points (CPs) including a Master's thesis

Further information on modules and contents: Please refer to the study plans, syllabus, and examination regulations as well as the module handbook: https://www.tha.de/en/Electrical-Engineering/MEE.html.

Bachelor's Degree and Grade Average

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Information Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering.

The Bachelor’s degree must have above-average results. The grade point average for admission is 2.69 or better according to the German grading system. If you have a foreign Bachelor’s degree, a preliminary review documentation (VPD) from uni-assist is required.

ECTS

Applicants should have achieved at least 210 ECTS credit points in their undergraduate studies. Degree holders with degrees of at least 180 credit points (or equivalent, i.e. university degrees comprising of six semesters) can be granted provisional admission to the degree programme. They are required to attain the missing credit points within one year of the commencement of studies.

VPD from uni-assist

In order to apply for the Master's programme, candidates with a first degree from a non-German institute will have to prove that their Bachelor’s degree is equivalent to a German first degree. THA conducts the admission of applicants with foreign university entrance qualifications together with uni-assist, who validates all your certificates and transcripts of your educational records. Prior to your application to us, please request a so-called Preliminary Review Documentation (German abbreviation: VPD) as soon as possible, as it can take four to six weeks to receive it. You can find all relevant information (costs, etc.) at the uni-assist website: www.uni-assist.de.

Letter of Motivation

Please include a Letter of Motivation taking the following aspects into account:

• Motivation for studying the Master's programme in "Electrical Engineering"
• Reasons for choosing to study in Augsburg and Germany
• Description of existing competencies and new skills and abilities to be acquired during the Master's programme

A handbook with course-specific, detailed information on the application procedure and required documentation can be found on our website: https://www.tha.de/en/Electrical-Engineering/MEE.html.

Approx. 160 EUR per semester

When planning your studies in Germany, you need to ensure that you have the necessary financial resources. According to statistics, students in Germany spend between 700 EUR and 950 EUR per month on living costs. Prices differ significantly between cities in Germany. This is just a guideline – you might get by with less money, or you could possibly spend more in larger cities. 

If you would like to see an overview of the estimated living costs of an international student at the Augsburg Technical University of Applied Sciences, click here.

You can finance some of your expenses by working while studying. Please observe the legal regulations. You can find information on part-time jobs for students on the Augsburg Student Services website.

Augsburg Technical University of Applied Sciences offers "Career Service International". For further information, please check the following website: https://www.tha.de/Career-Service/International.html.

Augsburg Technical University of Applied Sciences does not have its own dormitory or halls of residence. However, organisations such as the Student Welfare and Housing Association ("Studierendenwerk") provide the university with a certain number of rooms. The average rent for a "Studierendenwerk" room is between 200 EUR and 350 EUR per month.

With over 7,000 students, the Augsburg Technical University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest in Bavarian Swabia. With over 150 professors and more than 300 tutors, we use the latest teaching methods and equipment to provide students with the best education in science, technology, and the arts.

The commitment of over 290 academic support staff and our state-of-the-art laboratories, workshops, and lecture halls all contribute to excellent conditions for research and teaching. Professors, assistants, and students work together in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. The contribution of each individual contributes to the success of the institution as a whole. As a modern university, we stand for innovation, creativity, and progress.

Augsburg is conveniently situated in the heart of Bavaria, making it an attractive location for both business and research. The central position of our university in Augsburg makes us an ideal focal point for creating a communication network between the economy, society, and politics. For directions and a map of our university, please click here.