Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Digitalization

Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Digitalization 

Master of Engineering

Gain hands-on expertise in AI, automation and digital transformation to shape smart factories through practical projects and cutting-edge technologies. 

Application Info

Key Information

enrol until:
January 15 & July 15
enrol until:
Admission to this programme is restricted. Please note the application deadline!
Start:
Summer semester & Winter semester
Start:
Lectures begin in mid-March for the summer semester / at the end of September for the winter semester.
Location:
Heilbronn TechCampus
Location:
Our Heilbronn campus in the south of the city
Study form:
Full-time
Study form:
Traditional full-time study on campus.
Degree:
Master of Engineering
Degree:
Advanced degree for professional specialisation.
3 Semester:
90 ECTS
3 Semester:
1.5 years standard period of study
Tuition fee:
1500 €
Tuition fee:
Concerns students from non-EU/EEA countries only
Language:
German / English
Language:
The language of instruction is English for the Research programme profile. The other profiles do have lectures in German.

Programme Overview

The Artificial Intelligence and Industrial Digitalization programme is an interdisciplinary course that combines the topics of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, automation and the digitalisation of industrial processes. In this programme, you will be trained in the development and application of AI-based technologies to industrial and economic challenges. The programme imparts practical knowledge on topics such as machine learning, image processing, digital twins, applied automation technology and smart factories.

Programme Profiles

The degree programme can be completed with one of four different course profiles:

As part of the 'International' and 'Research' programme profiles, it is possible to obtain a double degree in collaboration with UTHM in Malaysia. Upon successful completion of your studies, you will then hold both a German and a Malaysian master's degree. For further information on the double degree, please contact Prof. Dr.-Ing. Uwe Gleiter (uwe.gleiter@hs-heilbronn.de).

​Career and Perspectives

After completing your master's degree, you can expect excellent job and career prospects. You will be qualified to tackle current and future development tasks in global industry, either in a technical capacity or by leading an intercultural and interdisciplinary team. The master's degree also qualifies you for academic work, including doctoral studies, and opens the door to senior civil service positions.

Programme Structure - e.g. Profile 'Engineering'

  • 1st Semester
  • 2nd Semester
  • 3rd Semester
  • Study Abroad
  • Documents
  • Statistical Methods
  • Selected Topics of Mathematics
  • Engineering Project 
  • Elective subjects

You will be able to practically apply this knowledge in your engineering project. Small teams of students tackle work on specific tasks from the industry. The tasks can be of a constructive, experimental or theoretical nature. 

The wide range of elective subjects (see module handbook) and the option to take elective subjects of other faculties or universities (including from abroad) will provide you with a well-rounded professional profile.

  • Design of Experiments
  • Numerical and Optimization Methods
  • Engineering Project with Colloquium
  • Elective subjects

You will be able to practically apply this knowledge in your engineering project. Students work in small teams on specific tasks from industry. The tasks can be of a constructive, experimental, or theoretical nature.

The wide range of elective courses (see module handbook) and the opportunity to take elective courses from other faculties or universities (including those abroad) round off your academic profile.

Master’s thesis with colloquium (30 ECTS)

You will undertake this either in a laboratory of Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences or in collaboration with the industry.

Are you interested in studying abroad during your degree programme? Detailed information on semesters abroad, partner universities, contact persons and scholarships can be found here:  Studium im Ausland or here: Bewerbung für ein Auslandssemester

Requirements and Application

Before applying to Heilbronn University, non-German Bachelor degrees need to be declared equivalent to a German first degree. Therefore, please fill in the below form "Application for Recognition of Certificate" as well as the necessary documents also mentioned below, or an equivalent certificate issued by Studienkolleg Konstanz or UniAssist.

Please note: Requirements of the Bachelor's degree for admission to the master's programme are

  • a grade of 2.5 or better (German grading scale)
  • 210 ECTS credits (see page 10 in the ECTS User's Guide for more information) - at least, however, 180 ECTS (conditions for acceptance do apply)
  • comparable first degree with a predominant engineering component of at least 50%. 
  • for studies in German at least level B2
  • for studies in English (research profile) at least level B2


The entry requirements in German also apply to Incomings (Erasmus+, Global, Freemover). However, we also offer and recommend appr. 30 ECTS lectures in English language that you can attend.

Application for Recognition of Certificate

Please fill in this form

In addition to the filled in form, please submit the following documents

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Bachelor's certificate and transcript of records in German or English 
  • Proof of your English language skills
  • Proof of your German language skills, if applicable
  • APS certificate, if applicable

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Studying in Heilbron? Absolutely!

Shopping, restaurants, cafés, bars, clubs, the River Neckar, the parks, the vineyards... There are plenty of good reasons to study in Heilbronn. On the City of Heilbronn website, you´ll find tips and information on student life and leisure activities in Heilbronn:

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Study at TechCampus

A campus for engineering and computer science! The TechCampus in the south of Heilbronn offers plenty of space for research: technical test benches, a logistics hall, a cleanroom, our virtual reality laboratory and numerous laboratories for the degree programmes. The HHN conducts research across disciplinary boundaries into exciting topcis for the future. But there´s also plenty on offer for those who just want to clear their heads now and then: Whether it´s the beach volleyball court or the calisthenics park - the campus is spacious and offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.

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Student Life & Service

Our advisors will be happy to answer any specific questions you may have during your studies.

  • Services for degree seeking students: International Career Service, International Student Support and Central Student Advisory Office
  • Student dormitories around campus, free extracurricular courses and scholarship opportunities
  • Student exchange programmes with around 200 partner universities from all over the world
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Tips for a successful start

Start your studies well prepared: 8 tips on finding accomodation, funding your studies and other important topics.

ProfiPlus qualification programme

ProfiPlus offers you the possibility to think about continuing your studies or starting a career in Germany while improving your German knowledge skills to a B2 level.