This English-taught master’s in Mechanical Engineering prepares you to become a production engineer at the forefront of digital transformation. Over the past decade production technology has been reshaped by digitalisation and Industry 4.0: manufacturing systems are becoming more networked, agile and data-driven, and industries must raise productivity, flexibility and sustainability to stay competitive. This programme responds to those shifts by focusing on contemporary manufacturing challenges and opportunities.
The curriculum is interdisciplinary, combining mechanical engineering with electrical engineering and computer science to qualify you for advanced roles at their intersection. You choose one of three specialised study tracks to build a distinct professional profile tailored to your career goals, gaining both theoretical foundations and applied knowledge relevant to modern industry environments. The programme is offered in English in Aachen, Germany, making it accessible to international students seeking to work in global production and mobility sectors.
Additive Manufacturing
Smart Factory
Electric Mobility Production
The Master’s curriculum is built to combine a broad engineering foundation with focused specialization and hands‑on experience. You take non‑track‑specific compulsory engineering courses that ensure a solid grounding across mechanical engineering topics, alongside compulsory and elective modules within your chosen track that allow you to deepen expertise in specific areas. The programme also includes language courses and finishes with a Master’s thesis that may be carried out within a university institute or externally in industry.
A distinctive element is an integrated mobility window that lets you gain practical exposure or further academic depth: you can use this time for an industrial internship or to take additional in‑depth electives. Overall, the structure is designed to deliver both theoretical knowledge and applied skills—preparing you to tackle complex engineering problems, specialize in a selected production engineering area, and carry out an independent research or industry project.
Curriculum at a glance (requirements)
For a full breakdown of modules, credit allocation and course sequencing, consult the programme’s MSc SPE website.
Applicants should hold a relevant undergraduate degree and have a basic engineering foundation. The program expects candidates to have completed a Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Technology, or Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline and to demonstrate fundamental engineering knowledge.
In addition to the degree, candidates must have at least six months of relevant work experience by the time they apply. Applicants must also either submit qualifying GRE scores or provide proof of completion of a German Engineering College. Please consult the program website for full, up-to-date details and documentation instructions.
Winter Semester (International)
1 March 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are prepared for advanced roles in production engineering, process development, automation and systems integration across industries undergoing digital transformation. Typical positions include production/process engineer, additive manufacturing specialist, smart factory/Industry 4.0 engineer, automation or control systems engineer, and roles in electric mobility production and supply‑chain optimisation.
The combination of technical depth, cross‑disciplinary skills and practical experience (industrial internships and optional industry-based theses) enhances employability in both industrial R&D and operational production management, as well as in consultancy and systems integration firms focused on smart manufacturing.
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