Power Engineering

This Master's programme aims to convey knowledge of sustainable energy supply in the European context. The main focus of teaching centres on the concept of safe, affordable and environmentally friendly energy generation as one of the most urgent global challenges of the 21st century. The programme cooperates closely with regional and national energy providers in order to ensure practically-oriented training, which should enable students to conduct independent and applied research. The programme covers the entire spectrum of energy research in the field of traditional as well as renewable energies and is highly industry-oriented, with about one third of all lectures and seminars being given by lecturers from industry.

Within the programme Power Engineering, there are two main branches of study "Electrical Power Engineering" and "Power Generation from Fossil and Renewable Fuels".

For further information, please visit: http://www.b-tu.de/powerengineering-ms.

Educational organisation

A Master of Science (MSc) degree will be awarded after the successful completion of the programme. The programme is supported by a global network of cooperating universities and industrial enterprises.
In addition to coursework in the above-mentioned main complexes of study, the programme includes elements of general studies and practical work, excursions, special seminars, and work on a final Master's thesis.

The module structure of the course includes mandatory 18 CPs in Common Modules, mandatory 32 CPs in subject-specific modules, mandatory 18 CPs in free selection modules, 6 CPs in General (interdisciplinary) Modules as well as a mandatory internship and Master's thesis components.

Study abroad unit(s)

There is not a mandatory semester abroad, although BTU has an extensive network of partners worldwide.

Internships

European internships available through LLP programme of the EU
Information available at IASTE office on BTU campus

Forms of assessment

Final and/or intermediate examinations; papers, reports, depending on coursework; final thesis

Course objectives

After successful completion of the programme, the degree Master of Science in Power Engineering will be granted. The Master's degree at BTU prepares students for taking responsibility as leaders in enterprises or in research and development positions.

Language requirements

Accepted are a TOEFL test with a minimum score of 79 points (Internet-based); Cambridge Advanced English Test (min. grade B); Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency Test (min. grade B) or the IELTS (min. 6.0).

Academic requirements

Bachelor's degree in a power engineering-related field (e.g. thermal or electrical engineering) indicating courses taken

Enrolment fees

Students are required to pay an enrolment fee of approx. 259 EUR per semester. This fee includes some services offered by the student services (Studentenwerk Frankfurt/Oder) and the BTU student council. The fee also pays for a semester ticket, which permits free travel on all public transport with VBB in the state of Brandenburg and in Berlin as well as free use of the regional train (RE 18 and 15) to Dresden.

Costs of living

The cost of studying abroad can differ significantly from studying in your home country. We recommend that students budget between 550 to 700 EUR per month for accommodation, health insurance, living expenses, books, etc. Of course, this amount depends entirely on the individual lifestyle.
Monthly costs:

• rent (incl. utilities): 170-280 EUR
• groceries: 150 EUR
• health insurance, medical fees, medication: 80 EUR
• miscellaneous (clothing, study materials, other activities): 100-200 EUR

Total: 550-750 EUR
You will not need to pay for public transport in Berlin and Brandenburg. The semester ticket for buses and trains operated by VBB is already included in the semester fee.

Job opportunities

There are job opportunities both in town and on campus. Nevertheless, please do not come to Germany expecting to be able to finance your entire studies by working. The study load is high, and it is not always easy to find a part-time job. Non-EU citizens are allowed by law to work for a maximum of 120 days per year. Students who are employed by the university in one of the institutes or departments ("Studentische Hilfskräfte") are exempt from this regulation, but other restrictions apply.

Funding opportunities within the university

The International Office is pleased to be able to grant a limited number of scholarships to foreign students. These include exchange scholarships for students from partner universities, scholarships for completion of studies, and scholarships involving tutorial work.
http://www.b-tu.de/en/international/incoming-students/during-studies/scholarship

Arrival support

The university's International Relations Office assists foreign students with registration and enrolment procedures at the university upon arrival. It also holds an information session at the beginning of each semester covering administrative procedures and cultural events that are offered throughout each semester. The BTU holds an orientation week each October prior to the beginning of classes. During this week, each faculty offers orientation sessions. New students are provided with detailed programme information as well as academic advice and have the opportunity to meet professors and other students at these orientation sessions. The student organisation, OTIWO, offers cultural events throughout this week. Attendance is highly recommended! The university's tutor group "BTU Buddies" and the student council are there to assist English-speaking students in the international programmes. For example, they will accompany the students when registering for health insurance and with municipal authorities.

Services and support for international students

To ensure that international students feel comfortable on the BTU campuses and around the cities of Cottbus and Senftenberg, the Student Activities Office, run by the International Relations Office, offers services such as cultural events, excursions, job and career advice, home stays with German families, and much more.
For more information, please consult this website. See: https://www.b-tu.de/en/international/incoming-students/during-studies
Furthermore, intensive guidance is provided by professors, lecturers, and programme officers within the study programmes.

Accommodation

Most students live in on-campus student residences. Rooms are mostly either single with a shared kitchen and bathroom or one-room apartments. Prices range from 190 to 270 EUR. More information on accommodation is available at http://www.studentenwerk-frankfurt.de.
Private off-campus accommodation is also available. You can rent your own apartment or share with other students. Private accommodation can be found on the Internet at: https://www.b-tu.de/en/international/incoming-students/arrival.