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Automotive Systems Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering

Start your studies with a holistic view of automotive engineering – from mechanics to electronics for the mobility of tomorrow.

How to apply

Key Information

enrol until:
September 28
enrol until:
The programme is open to all applicants. Please note the enrolment deadline!
7 Semester:
210 ECTS
7 Semester:
3.5 years standard period of study
Start:
Full-time
Start:
Traditional full-time study on campus.
Location:
Heilbronn TechCampus
Location:
Our Heilbronn campus in the south of the city
Language:
German / English
Language:
The language of instruction is German, with some classes held in English.
Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering
Degree:
Initial vocational qualification
Study form:
Full-time
Study form:
Traditional full-time study on campus.

Course Content

The Automotive Systems Engineering program at Heilbronn University provides comprehensive knowledge about the development of modern vehicle systems. You will learn the fundamentals of mechanics, electronics, computer science, and how these disciplines interact within complex vehicle architectures. Practice-oriented lab exercises and projects enhance your skills in using professional simulation and development tools.

Your Benefits at Heilbronn University

  • Hands-on Projects: Learn in small groups and work on projects that address real-world challenges in the automotive sector.
  • Individual Support: You are our priority – our professors guide you along your path and help you develop your skills.
  • Diverse Career Opportunities: With a degree in Automotive Systems Engineering, you will have access to a wide range of career prospects in the automotive industry, with suppliers, and in the development of innovative mobility concepts.

Programme Focus

In the third year of the Bachelor's program in Automotive Systems Engineering, you have the opportunity to specialize in one of six future-oriented focus areas.

Your advantage: You choose courses based on your interests, allowing you to respond flexibly to current trends in the automotive industry. This freedom makes your studies not only individual but also highly practical and future-proof.

To make your choice easier, we have developed five recommended subject combinations. Each recommendation is supervised by a professor who will serve as your personal contact.

Career Perspectives

Get started – shape your future!

The automotive industry is evolving rapidly: Intelligent systems are taking on more and more functions in vehicles and shaping the mobility of the future. With the Automotive Systems Engineering program, you secure a unique opportunity to become part of this innovation.

The demand for qualified systems engineers is increasing across all areas of the automotive industry – from development and production to digitalization. Graduates of this program are highly sought-after specialists, as only a few universities in Germany offer a comparable focus.

Start your studies now and help shape the future of intelligent vehicle technologies!

Programme Structure / Curriculum

During the course of the program, students deepen their interdisciplinary knowledge and complement it with practical applications and an internship semester. Finally, you specialize in elective areas and complete your studies with a bachelor’s thesis.

The basic studies are in English, the main studies in German.

  • 1st & 2nd Semester
  • 3.rd & 4th Semester
  • 5. Semester: Internship
  • 6th & 7th Semester
  • Documents

In the foundation course, students acquire basic knowledge of the specialised knowledge of Automotive Systems Engineering in addition to the engineering fundamentals.

A compulsory German language course is also part of the programme.

  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  1. Physics
  2. fundamentals of measurement technology
  3. fundamentals of thermodynamics
  • Computer Science
  1. basics of programming
  2. fundamentals of digital technology
  3. algorithms and data structures
  • Electrical Engineering
  1. electrical engineering
  2. electrical engineering laboratory
  3. electronic circuit technology
  • Mechanics
  1. technical mechanics
  2. fundamentals of construction
  • Automotive Engineering
  1. automotive engineering
  2. automotive electronics
  3. work technology

Admission requirements and Application

The Environmental and Process Engineering programme has no admission restrictions, meaning you can enroll directly for a place on the program. You can find all the information you need about the direct enrollment process at HHN on the website “Application for Bachelor's programmes.”

Contact

Any questions?

Don't hesitate to contact us!

Testimonials

Michael Rüdel

I particularly liked the practical training and the good networking with the industry.

Michael Rüdel
Robert Bosch GmbH, Development engineer
Moritz Brasch

Automotive Systems Engineering offers a broadly diversified education with specialisation in the respective personal interests.

Moritz Brasch
Former research assistant in the Master's programme
Leo Grötzinger

What I particularly appreciate about Automotive Systems Engineering is the versatility that this degree programme has to offer.

Leo Grötzinger
AUKA Services GmbH, Application engineer
Patrick Reuzel

The degree programme was future-oriented and prepared me optimally for my professional tasks.

Patrick Reuzel
Graduated in 2018, Bosch Engineering GmbH, Function Developer
Matthias Rupp

Studying Automotive Systems Engineering was a great preparation and foundation for very varied careers.

Matthias Rupp
Graduated in 2018, Bosch Engineering GmbH, Engineer
Michael Rüdel

I particularly liked the practical training and the good networking with the industry.

Michael Rüdel
Robert Bosch GmbH, Development engineer

Studying at HHN

  • Information for Degree Seekings
  • Why Heilbronn?
  • Campus for Technology
  • Student Life & Service
  • Tips for a Successful Start
  • ACCESS² Preparation Year
  • This is what we do for you
  • ASE activities and projects
  • Master's program
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