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Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering

The universal engineering degree: cross-industry, practical, and future-proof.
Develop solutions that move our world forward.

Application information

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
Location:
Heilbronn TechCampus
Location:
Our Heilbronn campus in the south of the city
Study form:
Full-time
Study form:
Combine your studies with training or a job at the company!
Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering
Degree:
Initial vocational qualification.
Start:
Winter semester
Start:
Lectures begin in mid-March for the summer semester / at the end of September for the winter semester.
Tuition fee:
1500 €
Tuition fee:
Concerns students form non-EU/EEA countries only
Language:
German / English
Language:
The language of instruction is German, with some classes held in English.

Programme Overview

In the mechanical engineering program, you will learn:

  • how to develop and design new machines and systems,
  • how to combine innovative technologies with solid mechanical engineering fundamentals,
  • how to bring together your knowledge from various technical fields to create forward-looking solutions.

 Specializations

In addition to the fundamentals of engineering, the main areas of focus in the basic and main study periods include design and development. The main study period deals in detail with subject-specific topics in mechanical engineering. 

After the practical semester, which can optionally be combined with a stay abroad, students focus on their personal interests and have the opportunity to choose freely from a wide range of subjects. If they follow the recommended subjects, they can obtain additional certificates in areas of specialization such as automation technology or automotive engineering upon completion of their studies.

From the 4th semester, students select from a wide range of elective courses, thus having the opportunity to tailor their studies to their personal interests. In doing so, they are not bound by any combination of subjects. However, in order to provide guidance for suitable subject combinations, four main areas of study have been developed. If you follow one of these subject recommendations, you will also receive a certificate for that area of studies at the end of your course.


Specializations

  • Automation engineering
  • Automotive engineering
  • Product development
  • Production engineering

Career Perspectives

The demand for mechanical engineers and qualified graduates continues to grow. And that means jobs with a secure future!

Mechanical engineers are in demand particularly in the automotive, aerospace and machine tools industries. They can be found both in small, medium and large companies. The planning, development, design, maintenance and distribution of machinery and equipment in almost all branches of industry result in very multifaceted fields of activity.


Course laboratories

zwei Studenten arbeiten im Labor kmh

The mechanical engineering program offers numerous basic, teaching, advanced, and research laboratories.


Programme Structure

  • 1st and 2nd semester (in English)
  • 3rd and 4th semester (in German)
  • 5th semsster (Industry Intership)
  • 6th and 7th semester (in German)
  • Documents

The fundamentals of science and technology are laid down in the basic studies. The lectures are supplemented by practical exercises in the laboratories.

  • Mathematics 1
  • Physics
  • Programming 1
  • Electrical Engineering 1
  • Technical Mechanics 1
  • German Language and Academic Skills 1
  • Mathematics 2
  • Electrical Engineering 2 with Laboratory 
  • Programming 2
  • Technical Mechanics 2 an 3
  • Materials
  • German Language and Academic Skills 2

Admission requirements & Application

The Mechanical 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.”

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  • Campus for Technology
  • Student Life & Service
  • Tips for a Successful Start
  • ACCESS² Preparation Year

Testimonials

Matthias Irmler (M.Eng.) 
After several years in machining and assembly, making the leap back to the classroom was not easy for me at first. However, for my personal development, the degree has more than worthwhile. The Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences provided me with solid, in-depth technical knowledge, in order to be well-placed for the future profession. What I particularly liked was the fact that you can build up your own specialisation and strengthen your interests in the later Bachelor’s semesters, as well as in the Master’s.
Matthias Irmler (M.Eng.) 
Development Engineer and Technical Project Coordinator for the Formula 1 Season 2021 at Bosch Engineering GmbH / Motorsport
Simon Scherer (M.Eng.)
The methodological and technical competencies I acquired at the Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences enable me to face and successfully master new technical challenges on a daily basis. In addition to my professional development, studying mechanical engineering has also shaped my personal development.
Simon Scherer (M.Eng.)
Project Manager Bodywork Development
Matthias Irmler (M.Eng.) 
After several years in machining and assembly, making the leap back to the classroom was not easy for me at first. However, for my personal development, the degree has more than worthwhile. The Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences provided me with solid, in-depth technical knowledge, in order to be well-placed for the future profession. What I particularly liked was the fact that you can build up your own specialisation and strengthen your interests in the later Bachelor’s semesters, as well as in the Master’s.
Matthias Irmler (M.Eng.) 
Development Engineer and Technical Project Coordinator for the Formula 1 Season 2021 at Bosch Engineering GmbH / Motorsport
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