Control, Microsystems, Microelectronics (CMM)

The curriculum consists of compulsory courses and elective courses. You can choose from the list in the Course Catalogue (lecture courses) at: http://www.uni-bremen.de/studium.
You may also choose courses which are not on the list after consultation with the Master's Examination Board. Additionally, the programme contains a two-semester Master's seminar: in the first semester, you will give a presentation about your background, your country, your home university, your Bachelor's work and/or working experience; in the second semester, you will give a presentation and write a report on a topic of current research assigned by your mentor.
Labs offer an opportunity for experimental work.
In a project, a scientific assignment for half a semester is given. It consists of scientific work, a written report, and an oral presentation.
The Master's thesis completes the course.

The compulsory courses and labs are: System Theory, Electrodynamics, Control Theory I, Process Automation I & II, Robotics I, Dynamic Systems I & II, Real-Time Software Design I & II, Advanced Control Systems Lab, Process Automation Laboratory.

Elective courses can be chosen from a list of topics: Robotics II, C++ Basics, C++ and model-driven development, Channel Coding, Advanced Topics in Digital Communication, Control Theory II, Digital Electronics and Microsystems Technology Design Techniques, Wireless Local Area Networks, Optoelectronic Components for Information Transmission and Sensors, Next Generation Mobile Communication Systems, Microwave Components and CAD Methods for Satellite and Mobile Communications, Fields and Waves, Stochastic Simulation.

Educational organisation

The programme is structured as three semesters of lectures, exercises, seminars, and laboratory courses, comprising fixed modules and additional elective courses, and a Master's thesis in the fourth semester. Five cooperating institutes are responsible for the organisation of the programme:

• Institute of Automation (IAT)
• Institute for Electrical Drives, Power Electronics and Devices (IALB)
• Institute for Microsensors, Actuators and Systems (IMSAS)
• Institute for Telecommunications and High-Frequency Techniques (ITH)
• Institute for Electromagnetic Theory and Microelectronics (ITEM)

Study abroad unit(s)

Not explicitly defined

Internships

Internships as such are not a part of the curriculum, but the project and the Master's thesis can be performed in industry research projects.

Forms of assessment

Oral and written exams, seminar presentations
Project: report and presentation
Master's thesis: report and presentation

Course objectives

Engineers in information and automation engineering are needed in a wide range of fields including industrial and non-industrial research, planning, development, implementation, production, distribution, and maintenance of all types of information and automation systems.
The goal of the course is to acquire a broad understanding and knowledge in the field of Information and Automation: e.g. robotics, control theory, process automation, real time software, micro systems as well as an introduction to non-technical subjects dealing with economics and legal and social issues.

Language requirements

Certificate of adequate language proficiency (e.g., TOEFL with at least 550 points [or 213 points for CBT])
(A Bachelor's degree taught in English can be accepted, but a language certificate is advisable.)

Academic requirements

Degree (four years of Bachelor of Science or Engineering, German FH-Diplom) in electrical engineering or a closely related field, awarded by an internationally recognised university-level institution
Above-average results in undergraduate studies
Industrial experience is welcome but not a prerequisite.

Enrolment fees

An enrolment fee is charged at the beginning of every semester (includes a semester ticket for public transport). At present, it amounts to about 280 EUR and may be adjusted for following semesters.

Costs of living

Estimated monthly expenses for accommodation and other daily expenses (including health insurance and enrolment fee) are about 800 EUR.

Job opportunities

Students are encouraged to participate in research projects. Funding opportunities are available.

Arrival support

A tutors assist the students with all questions concerning arrival, accommodation, curriculum, and other concerns.

Services and support for international students

Service and support for all international students is organised by the International Office of the university through programmes such as "kompass". The course organisation team will provide a mentor from the faculty for each student.

Accommodation

Adequate accommodation is available in the student hostels (http://www.stw-bremen.de/de/wohnen-leben/studentisches-wohnen), but you need to apply early. You can also look for private accommodation after arrival. Assistance is offered in finding appropriate accommodation.