Mechatronics University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten

In the first semester (MM1), the students' curriculum varies depending on their first degree. The main purpose of semester MM1 is to balance out differences in skills and knowledge resulting from students' previous programmes. Therefore, individual course programmes and timetables are compiled for each student.

The second semester (MM2) covers specific mechatronics-related subjects such as robotics, control design as well as laboratory training. In addition, the students have to carry out a scientific project in an international team. This project aims to consolidate the students' theoretical knowledge and to enhance their ability to put theory into practice. Undertaken in international teams, the project also furthers intercultural skills, which are considered to be an essential aspect of the programme as a whole.

The third semester (MM3) is mainly dedicated to the Master's thesis. Due to the international orientation of the programme, international students should complete their thesis in Germany. It must be written in the English language and presented publicly at the university. The Master's thesis can be done either at the RWU, at a partner university abroad or – if the project allows – at a company or a research institute.

Prior to the beginning of lectures: intensive German language course (starts in September, will be continued during the lecture period for four hours each week)

First semester (MM1)

• Advanced Mathematics for Engineers
• Electrical Drives
• Engineering Design and Materials
• Engineering Mechanics
• Power Electronics
• Process Interface Equipment
• Simulation of Mechatronic Systems
• Social Competence: German as a foreign language, Intercultural Sensitisation (one-day seminar)
• German as a foreign language

Second semester (MM2)

• Advanced Control Engineering (ACE)
• Lab on ACE
• Embedded Computing
• Robotics
• Lab on Robotics
• Lab on Process Interface Equipment
• Scientific Project
• Working in International Scientific Project Teams (two-day seminar)
• German as a foreign language

Third semester (MM3)

• Master's thesis

Voluntary internships to strengthen practical work experience and to establish social networks are supported.

Academic admission requirements include a completed Bachelor’s degree in the field of mechanical or electrical engineering, mechatronics, computer science or any other related field of study with a final grade of at least 2.5 (German grading system) and 210 ECTS (corresponding to a four-year full-time study programme).

Graduates with only 180 ECTS will have to make up the missing 30 ECTS during their Master’s studies.

Applicants who have not obtained their Bachelor’s degree yet will be ranked according to the CGPA of their seventh semester.

Very good mathematics skills.

For further information, kindly visit our RWU website.

Approx. 224 EUR per semester

Minimum of 992 EUR per month

Foreign students registered at universities in Germany can work without an approval requirement, provided that this work does not exceed 140 full days or 280 half days in total during a calendar year. Jobs as research or student assistants can also be performed without an approval requirement and without any time limits.
However, finding jobs in companies or at the university is not easy. Applicants should also be aware of the fact that studying at university is highly demanding and might not allow enough time to take on a job at the same time. Therefore, international students should not plan to finance their stay in Germany by earning money while studying.

The RWU Career Service is the interface between our university and companies, offering you professional and personal advice on all aspects of your application. Together, we will find an internship or a company for you where you can write your thesis. We also offer seminars in which you can learn what makes a perfect applicant.

Benefit from the networking of Ravensburg-Weingarten University with those responsible for top positions in companies, social and health care institutions and other universities: https://www.rwu.de/en/career-and-founding/career-service.

Accommodation is mainly provided and organised by the organisations "Seezeit Studierendenwerk Bodensee" and "Studentenwerk Weiße Rose e.V.", which run dormitories in Weingarten and Ravensburg. After having been awarded a place at the Ravensburg-Weingarten University of Applied Sciences (RWU), students have to reserve rooms directly and without delay. However, there is no guarantee of a room in a dormitory.
As for other housing options, please visit: http://www.rwu.de/en/international/international-degree-seeking-students/housing.

"Rural Base – Global Face", is the slogan of the University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten. It supports young people wishing to study abroad. Cooperation with more than 80 partner universities from Mexico to Thailand opens up various possibilities for gaining experience abroad. The proportion of international students coming from all over the world amounts to 15%, which is quite a high rate compared to other universities of applied sciences.

Within the past ten years, the number of students studying on their modern campus has tripled from 1,000 to about 3,600. The university ranks among the top 30 universities in Germany as revealed in a survey published by the “Centrum für Hochschulentwicklung” (CHE). The individual study programmes have also achieved excellent results in the CHE ranking. What young people appreciate most is the excellent mentoring they get, the practical relevance of their studies, and the well-equipped laboratories such as the Formula Student, RoboCup Team, Rover3Mars, and Innovation Lab, among others.

The university offers 24 Bachelor's and 12 Master's programmes in technology, economy, and social sciences. Lectures and seminars in small groups ensure intensive support, focusing on project-oriented knowledge acquisition. The students can apply their knowledge by means of practice projects in industrial enterprises. They get further practical experience in laboratory tutorials, in an obligatory internship in the industry, and an application-oriented final thesis. Due to the close contact with the global companies in Upper Swabia, our students are perfectly prepared to enter their professional lives.

The International Office is a service and information facility for all university members. It includes the coordination of incoming and outgoing mobility. This includes support and advice for international full-time students as well as the exchange of students, lecturers, and staff coming to RWU or going abroad from RWU. The International Office supports international students and guests by organising the welcome & orientation week, buddy programme, peer-to-peer counselling, career service, and more.

Weingarten is a rural town with approx. 26,000 inhabitants, including some 7,000 students enrolled at the two universities. Situated in the south-west of Germany in proximity to Switzerland and Austria, it is embedded in a beautiful countryside. The area offers leisure activities such as skiing and hiking in the Alps, walking or cycling in the surrounding hills, and swimming in Lake Constance or the many small, surrounding lakes.

Weingarten is famous for its basilica, the biggest baroque church north of the Alps. The neighbouring town of Ravensburg has a lovely medieval town centre and offers a rich cultural programme including theatre performances, jazz, and sports events.

The Lake Constance / Upper Swabia region is also one of the strongest economic regions in Europe. It is home to numerous innovative companies as well as to global companies such as ZF, Airbus, and Rolls-Royce Power Systems.

The airport at Friedrichshafen is only 20 km away. Thus, living in Weingarten combines the comfortable atmosphere of a small town with the advantages of a strong economic area.