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Hochschule Bielefeld - University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Industrial Enginееring

B.Eng. (Bachelor of Engineering)
B.Eng.
Degree
180
ECTS
English
English only
Language
Winter Semester: 15 Jul
Application Deadlines
7 semesters
(Starting: Winter Semester)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
Starting
Winter Semester
Mode of Admission:
local admission restriction (local NC) 
Study Mode:
On campus
Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
The semester fee is approximatеlу €248.80.

Five Reasons to choose this Bachelor's Program


1
Beyond Engineering: A Versatile, Future-Ready Curriculum
This program broadens classic industrial engineering with HR, marketing, communication, and supply chain management, giving you a versatile skillset for dynamic industry roles.
2
Engineering Meets Business: A Gateway to Leadership
You master both technical and business processes, excelling in project management, quality control, and procurement, often rising to leadership in finance and operations.
3
A Strategic Location in NRW’s Industrial Hub
The Gütersloh campus sits in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany's industrial heartland, giving you close access to global market leaders, hidden champions, and strong career networks.
4
Hands-On Learning: Industry Projects & Global Opportunities
You tackle real-world challenges through industry projects, company collaborations, and a mandatory internship, while cultural exchange and language learning enrich your studies.
5
Driving Innovation, Shaping the Future
This degree empowers you to drive innovation across engineering and business, with a strong focus on sustainability, automation, and the digital transformation of industries.

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Course Description


The B.Eng. Industrial Engineering program combines engineering, business, and technology, preparing students to optimize processes in diverse industries. Covering topics from supply chain management to automation, the curriculum fosters analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. With a strong interdisciplinary focus, students gain expertise in technical systems and business strategies, equipping them for leadership roles in industrial and technological sectors.

Target Groups
Curriculum
Study Mode
Career Prospects
Target Groups

The program is ideal for students passionate about both engineering and business. It targets future industrial leaders eager to integrate technical innovation with economic efficiency. Applicants should have strong analytical skills, an interest in automation and digitalization, and a desire to work in global industrial environments. Students benefit from the program’s interdisciplinary approach and practical focus.

The seven-semester program integrates engineering fundamentals with business principles. Students explore mechanical design, industrial automation, and production planning while developing expertise in finance, supply chain management, and marketing. Courses in sustainability, innovation, and HR management broaden their skillset. A compulsory internship and project-based learning ensure hands-on experience, bridging academic knowledge with industrial applications.

Curriculum
Study Plan of the B.Eng. Industrial Engineering

The program is a full-time, English-taught degree designed for international students and future global engineers. Students collaborate in diverse groups, gaining intercultural competence and industry insights. The flexible structure allows internships, part-time work, or additional language courses during lecture-free periods. With an emphasis on practical experience, the program enables students to work on real-world projects, preparing them for the demands of international industries.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are equipped with a unique combination of engineering and business expertise, making them highly sought after in various industries. Career opportunities include:

  • Production Planning & Control – Optimizing industrial workflows and efficiency.
  • Project & Quality Management – Ensuring high standards in production processes.
  • Procurement & Supply Chain Management – Managing global logistics and sourcing strategies.
  • Technical Sales & Marketing – Bridging engineering solutions with market needs.
  • Finance & Controlling – Evaluating cost structures and financial planning for industrial projects.

Special Program Features


Global Classroom: Study in English, Connect Worldwide

This fully English-taught program draws students from diverse backgrounds, fostering cross-cultural collaboration that prepares you for careers in multinational, global companies.

Collaboration with the Work-Integrated Program

Full-time students share courses with the work-integrated track, gaining industry exposure through internships, extra courses, and industry-related term papers across the program.

Training Generalists for Complex Industrial Challenges

This program prepares you for interdisciplinary roles, blending business and technical skill so you can assess, organize, and optimize processes in corporate and research settings.

Accreditations


System Accreditation

System Accreditation


System accreditation is the internal quality assurance system of a state or state-recognized higher education institution in Germany. With system accreditation, a higher education institution receives the right to award the seal of the Accreditation Council for its self-assessed study programs.

Requirements


Qualification Requirements


The application requirements for the study program in "Industrial Enginееring" are:

1
University Entrance Qualifiсatiοn

A higher education entrance qualification, such as the Abitur, Fachhochschulreife, or an equivalent school leaving certificate (If not issued in German or English, the originals must be accompanied by certified translations into German or English, provided by sworn translatοrs).

2
icon English Language Proficienсу → Language Requirements

B2 (CEFR) or higher&nbsр;

Language Requirements


The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.

languageEnglish
IELTS
min 5.5
TOEFL iBT
min 72
TOEFL pBT
min 543
TOEFL ITP
min 543
Telc English B2-C1 University
min B2
UNIcert
min II
Cambridge
min B2 First (FCE)
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? yes

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

The application deadline for the B.Eng. Industrial Enginееring at Hochschule Bielefeld - University of Applied Sciences and Arts depends on the country where you obtained your previous degree. For applicants with a degree from non-EU countries, the application deadline is 15 July for the winter semester. Applications are made: Uni-assist (VPD).
German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
B.Eng. Industrial Enginееring
Hochschule Bielefeld - University of Applied Sciences and Arts
Non-EU Students
Intake Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 8 months
Application modeUni-assist (VPD) → More info
Application fee uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester).
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 8 months
Application mode
Uni-assist (VPD) → More info
Application fee
uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester).

German Students

B.Eng. Industrial Enginееring
Hochschule Bielefeld - University of Applied Sciences and Arts
German Students
Intake Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 8 months
Application modeDirectly at university → More info
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 8 months
Application mode
Directly at university → More info

Other EU Students

B.Eng. Industrial Enginееring
Hochschule Bielefeld - University of Applied Sciences and Arts
Other EU Students
Intake Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 8 months
Application modeUni-assist (VPD) → More info
Application fee uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester).
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
15 Julyin > 8 months
Application mode
Uni-assist (VPD) → More info
Application fee
uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester).

Application Procedure & Selection


Mode of Admission:
local admission restriction (local NC) 

Application Documents


1
School-Leaving Certifiсatе
2
English Language Certifiсatе → Language Requirements
3
Application Doсumеnts

Preliminary review documentation (VPD) from uni-assist (only applies to applicants without degrees from Germanу)

4
Application Doсumеnts

Passport Copy (only applies to applicants without degrees from Germanу)

5
APS Certifiсatе

(only applies to applicants with Chinese, Vietnamese and Indian certificatеs)

Location


1
Hochschule Bielefeld - University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Further Information


Your Personal Contact


Prof. Dr. rer. pol. Mariam Dopslaf

Program Director

Contact Details:
+49 5241 21143-51
mariam.dopslaf@hsbi.de

Dr. rer. nat. Maria Kobert

Faculty of Engineering and Mathematics

Contact Details:
+49 5241 21143-80
maria.kobert@hsbi.de

Sinja Ponick and Weronika Henryka Ludwig

Contacts for International Admissions

Contact Details:

admission@hsbi.de

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