International Mechanical Enginееring
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Study Mode:
- On campus
- Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
- All students have to pay a semester fee of €199. The OTH Regensburg also charges service fees of €500 per semester for students from non-EU countries in accordance with section 13 (3) sentence 1, no. 6 of the Bavarian Higher Education Innovation Act (BaуНIG).
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Course Description
Mechanical engineers are the architects of tomorrow's technology, crafting solutions to global issues such as sustainability, mobility, and climate change. From creating smart devices and industrial robots to innovating in green energy and autonomous vehicles, they apply creativity and technical prowess to engineer a better future. The International Mechanical Engineering program at OTH Regensburg University equips students with the skills to design and produce transformative technologies.
The program is designed for globally minded, technically savvy students who want to experience Germany. It is perfect for those who aspire to blend their technical expertise with cultural fluency in a dynamic educational setting.
The Bachelor's degree in International Mechanical Engineering at OTH Regensburg is structured as a full-time, seven-semester program.
It is designed to offer a deep and comprehensive understanding of mechanical engineering through six semesters of theoretical coursework and one semester of practical experience in the field. This structure ensures a balance between academic learning and hands-on application.
The program covers the following areas:
- Mathematical and scientific fundamentals: physics, engineering mathematics, programming.
- Engineering fundamentals: technical mechanics, electrical engineering, materials engineering.
- Engineering applications: machine elements, design.
- Interdisciplinary subjects: business administration, project management, quality assurance. Students also develop vital skills in scientific research, problem-solving, project management, communication, teamwork, leadership, and ethical decision-making.
The primary language of instruction is English, specifically designed for international students. The program also emphasizes language proficiency by incorporating mandatory German language courses. A minimum English proficiency of B1 and a German proficiency of at least A2 are required at the start of the program. There are two language tracks:
Language Track A (LT-A): Designed for students who begin their studies with a German language proficiency lower than C1 (CEFR). Students are required to learn German as a foreign language up to level B2 (CEFR) by the end of the fourth semester, ensuring they are fully prepared for the internship in the fifth semester.
Language Track B (LT-B): Intended for students who start with a German language proficiency of at least C1 (CEFR), including those with a German university entrance qualification. These students are required to further develop their English skills in the first two semesters and participate in the Intercultural Competence module in semesters three and four.
This educational approach not only prepares students for engineering challenges but also equips them with the necessary language skills for a successful career in Germany or German-speaking environments.
OTH Regensburg also offers the opportunity to pursue doctoral studies.
Graduates of the International Mechanical Engineering program find diverse career opportunities, tailored to their interests:
- Energy and air conditioning technology
- Agricultural and food technology
- Aviation, aerospace, and maritime
- Automotive industry
- Plant engineering and production
- AI, robotics, and digital factory operations
Career paths include research and development, design, simulation, production, maintenance, consultancy, marketing, and management. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in startups, multinational corporations, engineering firms, and the public sector, or even launching their own businesses.
Special Program Features
Leading in Mechanical Engineering
According to the CHE University Ranking, OTH Regensburg is Bavaria's best university for mechanical engineering, excelling across all 13 key academic and practical categories.
Engineering Change Through Volunteering
Students can join meaningful volunteer projects, from improving water supply systems in Kenya to helping develop innovative electric racing cars in real engineering teams.
A City With a Business Flair
Regensburg is a beautiful city whose Old Town became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006, and a thriving business hub with many national and international companies nearby.
Accreditations
HRK Internationalization Audit
HRK Internationalization Audit
The "Internationalization of Higher Education Institutions" audit is part of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK) EXPERTISE Internationalisation project. Since 2009, it has been supporting HRK member universities in strategically aligning their internationalization and anchoring it permanently within the institution.
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B.Eng. International Mechanical Enginееring Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "International Mechanical Enginееring" are:
You must be qualified to study at state universities of applied sciences in the Free State of Bavaria in accordance with the Qualification Ordinance (QualV) in its current versiοn.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishSpecification: A minimum grade of 4.0 in all sections
GermanApplication & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Septemberin > 10 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university, 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
| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Septemberin > 10 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university → More info |
Other EU Students
| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 15 Septemberin > 10 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university, Uni-assist (VPD) → More info |
| Application fee | uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester). |
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