Commercial Vehicle Technolοgу
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction, but ability test (Online Application)
- Study Mode:
- On campus
- Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
- All students have top pay a semester feе οf €381.80.
Program Video
Drive the Future — Commercial Vehicle Technology at RPTU
Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program
Course Description
The CVT program at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau is a unique interdisciplinary course in commercial vehicle technology and led by the departments of mechanical and process engineering, electrical and computer engineering, and computer science. The program covers the entire commercial vehicle lifecycle and is primarily taught in English. The program is designed for graduates of mechanical, automotive, electrical, computer, and software engineering programs.
The program is designed for international and German students who will spend one semester in the German industry. The program covers global topics in commercial vehicle technology and attracts those interested in an interdisciplinary approach to the field.
Special Program Features
Industry Collaboration
A unique educational concept integrates projects spanning the entire commercial vehicle product lifecycle, ensuring graduates are fully prepared for the demands of the industry.
Strong Alumni Network
Join the RPTU Alumni Network to stay connected with fellow graduates and the university — a dynamic community supporting your career growth and ongoing professional development.
Living in Kaiserslautern
Study in Kaiserslautern — a vibrant city with deep roots in the automotive industry, a rich cultural scene, and stunning natural surroundings that welcome international students.
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
The application requirements for the study program in "Commercial Vehicle Technolοgу" are:
A qualified Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fiеlds.
The following subjects in the three participating engineering disciplines should be covered in prior studies, with the possibility to address any gaps in the first semester.
Field of Mechanical & Process Engineering
- Principles of Mechanics
- Principles of Design
- Principles in Materials Science
- Principles of Production Engineering
Field of Electrical & Computer Engineering
- General and Electrical Measurement
- Principles of Electrical Power Engineering
- Principles of Automation Technology
- Principles of Electronics
Field of Computer Science
- General Design of Computer Systems
- Principles of Integrated Systems and Robotics
- Formal Principles of Programming
- Principles of Software Engineering and Program Development
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Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
English
GermanApplication & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 30 Aprilin > 6 months |
| Application mode | Directly at university → More info |
| Application fee | Please note that for the verification of foreign qualifications and certificates, the University of Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU) has to charge an assessment fee of €60. |
Application Procedure & Selection
Application Documents
Plus: Description of subjects covered during your previous studiеs.
Scanned copies of certified translation (in German or English) of your degree certificate and transcript of records (only if your certificates are not in English or Gеrman)
from facultу staff.
For Applicants from India, the People’s Republic of China and Vietnam.
Testimonials
The CVT Master program is challenging and really opens my horizon to see vehicles from different Point of views.
A Mechanical Engineer at heart embarking upon a career in Software Development and Artificial Intelligence for Mobility - the Masters program in Commercial Vehicle Technology can make it possible!
Location
Further Information
Your Personal Contact
Dr.-Ing. Marcel Cadet
Manager Graduate School CVT
University of Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU)
Graduate School Commercial Vehicle Technology
Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 42
67663 Kaiserslautern
Contact Details:
[email protected]
For more information please check the
Course Website