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The Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Lubeck offers students a comprehensive education in the fundamental principles and advanced technologies of mechanical systems. Designed to prepare graduates for diverse careers in engineering, industry, research, and development, this program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Students will explore core areas such as thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, material science, and manufacturing processes, enabling them to design, analyze, and optimize mechanical components and systems. The curriculum emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and modern engineering practices, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Throughout the program, students engage in hands-on projects, laboratory work, and internships that foster problem-solving abilities and teamwork. The program also offers specialization options allowing students to focus on areas like automotive engineering, robotics, or energy systems. With state-of-the-art facilities and close collaboration with industry partners, the University of Lubeck provides a stimulating environment for aspiring engineers. Graduates of this program are expected to develop strong analytical skills, technical competence, and an understanding of the societal impact of engineering solutions, making them valuable contributors to innovative and sustainable development. The university's academic staff comprises experienced researchers and industry professionals dedicated to providing high-quality education and mentorship. Upon graduation, students will be prepared to pursue careers in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, energy, or start their own ventures. The program also offers pathways for further academic research and advanced studies in engineering or related fields.

Educational organisation

The programme begins primarily in the summer semester (March).
It is also possible to start the programme in the winter semester (September): in this case, students will start with the content of the second semester. The topics from the first semester are taken by the students in the following summer semester.

The Master's programme consists of three semesters:

The first semester provides fundamental information such as Mechanics of Solids, Engineering Mathematics, Materials Science, etc.
The second semester offers further specialisation, especially in the two profiles Design and Materials.
The third semester offers the Master's project and the Master's thesis.

The programme places a strong emphasis on the central role played by design both in innovation and in the integration of the engineering disciplines. Design is not only taught in this way, but is also practised in this manner in research activities, both explicitly and implicitly. It is practised explicitly through research in virtual reality, and implicitly through the design of heart-assistance devices, reconstruction of parts of the human body, and vehicle components, together with apparatus for experiments and demonstration, to name but a few examples.

Study abroad unit(s)

You can decide to study one or two semesters abroad at our partner universities (Gdansk University of Technology, Linnaeus Universitetet Växjö) during the course of your Master's studies and experience the following benefits:

Personality development
Expanded professional expertise
Building a network of international contacts

This special section is named "INTERNATIONAL DESIGN ENGINEER (IDE)". Here the main focus is on interaction between the students, their university, and industry.

This part of the study programme is coordinated with our international partner universities, e.g., concerning its curriculum. It provides you with the choice of special subjects and classes at our partner universities in the second or third semester.

We are thus able to offer you an extended range of classes, subjects, and know-how; we can offer significantly more than one single university would be able to provide. In this way, you will gain international experiences and a broader understanding of your field of specialisation.

Our programme also offers you the opportunity of carrying out your Master's project and thesis (third semester) in an international student team in a country outside of Germany.

Internships

Students are strongly encouraged to take over responsibility for their own studying. Therefore, the majority of Master's thesis projects are written in the industry. You will apply early and independently for an external thesis topic and benefit from these company contacts in the second and third semester seminars.

Forms of assessment

Written exams, projects, seminars, presentations, and Master's thesis

Course objectives

This Master's programme in Mechanical Engineering offers exposure to applied and scientific engineering philosophy whilst simultaneously enabling students to broaden and/or deepen their knowledge of certain engineering disciplines, which - for the most part - have been chosen on the basis of the research strengths of Luebeck University of Applied Sciences.

The Master of Science degree provides graduates with the technical understanding and skill sets required to lead integrated projects through interfacing with engineers and technicians in other disciplines. The international exchange part of the programme provides sound experience in international collaboration and helps students gain an understanding of different cultural aspects. Thus students are prepared for new challenges arising in an increasingly globalised world.

Language requirements

Good knowledge of the English language is required in order to follow lecture modules.
One of the following criteria has to be fulfilled in order to demonstrate sufficient English proficiency:

English was the official language during school education
At least five years continuous language lessons in English during school education
A stay in an English-speaking country of at least six months during a study programme or as a working stay
English was the official language of the study programme qualifying for the Master of Science Mechanical Engineering
Internationally accepted language test in English (for example, the TOEFL test) according to CEFR (Common European Framework of References for Language) "Independent user" B2 or similar). For more details, please see our website. Fulfilment of the criteria must be proven.

Academic requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with 210 ECTS or equivalent and an overall grade of 2.5 (German grading system) or equivalent thereof

Other Bachelor's degrees considered:
Priority A

Process engineering
Materials science
Mechatronics
Medical engineering (medical technology), physical engineering

Priority B

Bachelor's degree in other fields of engineering (BSc, BEng). In this case, please attach a short letter of motivation.

For further and more detailed information about our application process, see our website: http://www.MScMechEng.fh-luebeck.de

NOTE: Application is only possible during the official application periods as stated on our website (for the summer semester: 1 November - 15 January and for the winter semester 1 May - 15 July).

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✔️ Certificate upon completion

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Enrolment fees

An enrolment fee of 50 EUR has to be paid. In addition all students must pay a semester fee (this includes the fee for the semester ticket for local public transport, as well as the fee for the AStA (Student Council)). The fee is currently approx. 120 EUR.

Costs of living

Approx. 750 EUR each month to cover personal expenses. Additional information about living expenses and other relevant information can be found on the website http://www.fh-luebeck.de. Choose the English version by clicking the respective language button.

Job opportunities

Job opportunities are limited by visa and individual language skills. As a full-time student, time to work is very limited and taking a part-time job is not recommended.

Arrival support

The Admission Office and the Coordination Office hand out relevant information to new students. Pre-arrival and post-arrival guides can be found here:
https://www.fh-luebeck.de/en/studium-und-weiterbildung/internationales/support-for-international-students/overview/

Services and support for international students

The International Office and the Coordination Office Master of Science Mechanical offer various information such as pre-arrival guides, schedules and housing information. More details can be found on our website: https://www.fh-luebeck.de/en/studium-und-weiterbildung/internationales/support-for-international-students/overview/.

For further questions, please contact our Coordination Office Master of Science Mechanical Engineering: mscmecheng@fh-luebeck.de