Mechanical and Process Engineering (MPE) TU Bergakademie Freiberg

MPE places emphasis on engineering fundamentals so that you can seamlessly combine the previous knowledge you have acquired at the universities where you completed your Bachelor's degree with German engineering thinking. With our special "TRAINING IN ..." courses, we want to ensure that you speak the same technical language as your colleagues trained in Germany, building on which there are further practical and application-oriented in-depth engineering subjects.

Another important part of the degree programme consists of modules in which you will be familiarised with the state-of-the-art simulation tools used in mechanical engineering and process engineering. The degree programme includes modules on flow simulation (CFD), strength calculation (DEM) and process simulation. Here you will be trained both theoretically and in practical exercises. The programme as a whole also focuses on project-based learning, in which you can apply your skills in small projects, mainly as group work, from the second semester onwards. As a small university, we offer very good support here. In project work, you will always have a contact person who will guide you through the project. Of course, we also expect you to work independently and in an engineering environment, as you are studying for a Master's degree.

In today's world, business skills and knowledge are also important for engineers. This is why we offer a wide range of modules from the field of economics, particularly in the area of electives, which teach you skills in the field of industrial engineering.

The process engineering content accompanies the mechanical engineering content throughout the four semesters of the degree programme. As a resource university, we have placed the focus here on secondary raw materials/recycling. We will continue to expand this in the coming years so that you can acquire comprehensive knowledge in the field of recycling technologies as part of the degree programme. Together with the competences from the field of mechanical engineering (conception and construction), you will also be able to develop and evaluate a design for recycling.

You will be involved in research as part of your final thesis (Master's thesis) and will be able to apply the knowledge you have learnt to practical projects and contribute to a scientific solution to an engineering problem. In this context, it is important to us that we can integrate you into our application-oriented research during your Master's thesis at the latest.

TU Bergakademie Freiberg will enable you to take German courses that build on each other for the entire duration of your studies.

Job opportunities: mechanical industry, e.g. automotive industry, manufacturing, plant engineering or processing; scientific sector: universities, research institutions

• In the first semester, courses in Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, Fluid Dynamics, Particle Technology, Process Equipment, Endurance and Design are compulsory to ensure that all of the students in the programme have the same academic background.
• The second semester provides the theoretical framework. To develop self-reliant scientific working techniques, students are required to work on projects in small teams. Students gain additional knowledge and experience by interacting with university scientists and engineers.
• In the third semester, students become familiar with design methods and learn at least one numerical tool.
• In addition, basic courses in management, economy and finance are offered as electives.
• During the fourth semester, students will finally work on their research-oriented Master's theses, which must be presented and defended.

Methods of teaching can be lectures, workshops, seminars, practicals and other types of courses. Seminars lead the students to independent scientific work through discussions and presentations. Besides the consolidation of theoretical knowledge, the aim of practicals is to allow students to learn methods and other practical skills.

• A first professionally qualifying university degree of at least six semesters in mechanical engineering, process engineering or a comparable degree programme 
• A qualification assessment procedure
• Very good to good knowledge in the fields of mechanics, design, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics

107 EUR per semester

• 650 EUR to 950 EUR per month, depending on individual lifestyle
• Rent in a student hall of residence per month: an average of 290 EUR

Part-time employment on campus (e.g. student assistant, canteen) as well as in town (e.g. in supermarkets, cafés, restaurants)

1. The "Deutschlandstipendium" is a national scholarship programme that supports above-average students with excellent grades. Social commitment, a willingness to take responsibility and special social, family or personal circumstances will also be taken into account (300 EUR per month for one year).
2. Study completion grant (300 EUR per month for three months)

• Counselling: development of personal and skills profiles, individual application portfolio checks, preparation for job interviews
• Training in technical and leadership skills: soft skills training, development of interdisciplinary knowledge, coaching for job applications / career entry
• ORTE career fair, networking with companies
• Online job board: https://tu-freiberg.de/en/career-center

Different kinds of accommodation are available on campus and in the city of Freiberg. The average monthly rent for a room in the student halls of residence, including utilities, is 290 EUR. The most common form of accommodation is the shared flat. Each student has their own room, with the bathroom and kitchen shared.

A separate online application is required to apply for accommodation in the student halls of residence. The recommended time to submit this is three months before the start of the semester.