International Energy Engineering (MEng) Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden (OTH)

In the "International Energy Engineering" Master's degree programme, you will learn the engineering contexts and concepts of resource-saving energy generation, energy conversion, energy management, storage and distribution in an international environment. This will give you expert knowledge in all areas of environmentally friendly energy topics. You will deal with the potentials, economic efficiency and production of environmentally friendly energy sources such as solar power, wind and water power, and biomass as well as the use of biotechnology for energy production and the integration of these resources into modern energy supply systems.

During the course of your studies, you will mainly work and research in the field of environmentally friendly energy supply. Additional subjects in the area of environmental law, innovation management and communication will expand your competences in the area of soft skills. Due to the large number of elective modules offered, you have the opportunity to set your individual focus.

If you already have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering programme and are interested in making a global contribution to environmental protection and sustainability as well as gaining in-depth knowledge and communication skills in the context of sustainability, the "International Energy Engineering" Master's programme is just right for you.

OTH is a University of Applied Science, which means that in all study courses, practical applications are a focus. The "International Energy Engineering" Master's programme includes a lot of practical work and projects either in the university labs or within ongoing research projects.

For students with a Bachelor's degree of 180 credit points due to the ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) OTH offers possibilities to achieve the missing 30 ECTS points within a supplementary bridge semester (meaning your total programme duration will be four semesters instead of three)

First & second semester:

Compulsory modules

• Simulation of Energy Systems
• Scientific Research and Methods
• International Energy Law and Energy Economics

Elective modules

• Hydrogen Technology
• Solar Energy
• Bioenergy
• Wind and Hydropower
• Energy Storage
• Energy Efficiency
• Energy Management with AI Methods
• Concepts of Combined Heat Power and Cooling
• Sustainable Building Technology
• Sustainable Mobility

Third semester:

• Master's thesis

Winter semester application period:
15 April to 1 June

Summer semester application period:
1 November to 1 December

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 Bachelor's degree in a technical subject
(Applicants from outside the European Union are strongly advised to have their degree verified by an independent organisation (e.g. uni-assist) before applying to the university).

Only for Indian students: The APS certificate is mandatory before uni-assist will provide you with your Vorprüfungsdokumentation/VPD.

More information on the general applications process can also be found here: https://www.oth-aw.de/en/studies/orientation/application-and-enrolment/application/

Further details of the admission requirements for the Master's degree programme in International Energy 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 the career advisory service, please contact the Student 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!

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