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Industrial Engineering (B.Eng.)

Industrial Engineering (B.Eng.)

with the specialisations Mechanical Engineering / Management, Energy / Environment

Technology meets business - shaping innovation, moving the future!

What is actually...

...industrial engineering?

Industrial engineering combines the fields of engineering and business administration. You will learn how systems and plants are developed, planned and operated technically and economically. This is highly relevant for technically orientated companies of all sizes.

Fields of work

With a degree in industrial engineering, you can work in many exciting areas, e.g. in companies in the energy industry, planning and project management offices, public institutions, supervisory authorities, consulting companies, banks and insurance companies. Typical positions include project manager, planning engineer, sales engineer or development engineer.

WIB at a glance

Study programmeInfo
Short description:WIB
Academic degree:Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Standard period of study / scope of services:7 semesters / 210 ECTS credits i
Teaching language:German
Study format:Presence, StudiumPraxis, StudiumPraxis PLUS, full-time
Study start:

Winter term.

Enrolment is subject to approval by the Thuringian Ministry of Education, Science and Culture (TMBWK).

Pre-internship:

not required

Application period
Start of the winter semester:

online from 1 April

Application period
Start of the summer semester:
Admission restriction:

none

Admission requirements:

General higher education entrance qualification, subject-specific higher education entrance qualification, entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences or an equivalent recognised qualification

Tuition fees:none

Technology or business? Why not both! With the Industrial Engineering and Management degree programme at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences, you will become a sought-after specialist at the interface between engineering and management. Learn how to make technical innovations economically successful and lead companies into the future with smart solutions.

Thanks to practical projects, small learning groups and close cooperation with industry, you are ideally prepared for your career - whether as a project manager, planning engineer or consultant. Choose your specialisation in "Mechanical Engineering & Management" or "Energy & Environment" and get started. Your advantage: no pre-study internship required, no tuition fees - but plenty of prospects for the future!

The degree programme comprises a combination of compulsory and elective modules. The first two semesters provide practical and project-based basic engineering knowledge as well as an introduction to business administration. In the second part of the programme, both subject areas are deepened and a specialisation is added. Students can choose between the two specialisations "Mechanical Engineering and Management" and "Energy and Environment". The degree programme ends with a practical semester and the Bachelor's thesis, which is usually completed in an industrial company.

The degree programme can also be completed on a "dual" basis in cooperation with a company. See: "StudiumPraxis" and "StudiumPraxis PLUS" (https://www.hs-nordhausen.de/studienangebote/dual-praxis-plus/).

The degree programme is aimed at anyone with an interest in technology and business. A good understanding of maths and science as well as an interest in technology are an advantage. Ideal for committed people who want to learn in a practice-orientated way and develop future-oriented technical solutions.

With a degree in industrial engineering, you will have numerous career opportunities in various industries. Here are some of the exciting career fields you can pursue with a WIN degree:

  • Project manager: You plan, coordinate and monitor technical projects from the concept phase through to implementation. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Planning engineer: You will plan and design technical systems of all kinds. You will create technical drawings, carry out calculations and work on optimising systems.
  • Development engineer: You will develop new technologies and systems, work on research projects, create prototypes and test innovative solutions.
  • energy supplier: You work in companies in the energy industry, such as municipal utilities and energy supply companies, and are responsible for the planning, operation and optimisation of energy systems.
  • Consultant: You advise companies and public institutions on the implementation of technologies and the optimisation of their processes. You analyse existing systems, develop strategies and accompany the implementation.
  • Banks and insurance companies: You will work in the evaluation, financing and insurance of technical projects. You evaluate projects, analyse risks and develop financing solutions.

Thanks to our practical training and close cooperation with industry, you will be ideally prepared for the demands of the labour market. Many of our graduates find attractive positions in industry immediately after completing their studies or decide to continue on to a Master's programme to further improve their career prospects.

When applying for this Bachelor's degree programme, you must upload a simple copy of your higher education entrance qualification (Abitur certificate or other suitable certificates in pdf format) after registering in the applicant portal.

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), state-recognised and accredited.

The regulations for your degree programme, published in the Official announcements of the HSN:

Note:
Semester details apply to first-time enrolments from this date (e.g. valid for first-time enrolment from winter semester 2020/2021)

Study programme with in-depth practice

Who says you have to choose?

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Industrial Engineering and Management

The practical study model combines the Advantages of an academic degree programme with the benefits of in-depth practical phases in a company. In the study modelPractice PLUS, even more content can be customised in consultation with the company.

A degree programme with in-depth practical experience offers many advantages: While you study, you gain practical experience in business and industry. This gives you a concrete perspective of what your professional career could look like after graduation at an early stage. The company training allowance will provide you with financial support from the start of your studies. The Nordhausen region offers enormous growth potential and creative opportunities for young professionals.

The combination of professional experience in a well-known company and completing an accredited degree programme makes your degree individual and unique. With a degree from Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences, you will receive a degree from an internationally recognised university. This benefits students and companies alike.

Graduates of this practice-intensive degree programme have a high-quality academic degree (Bachelor) and tailor-made content from the company. This means that you are theoretically and practically fit for entry into the company.

Why you should study Industrial Engineering at HSN:

✅ Practical & future-orientated - Close cooperation with companies, practical semesters and realistic projects prepare you optimally for the labour market.

✅ Personalised support - Small seminar groups allow for individualised supervision by experienced professors.

✅ Top modern equipment - High-tech laboratories, innovative learning environments and an excellent digital infrastructure.

✅ Flexible study models - Study in the traditional way or as a "StudiumPraxis" programme in cooperation with a company.

✅ Excellent career prospects - Graduates are in demand in industry, consulting, the energy sector and innovation management.

✅ Strong networking - Benefit from co-operations with leading companies and research institutions.

Contact

It's easy to secure your place on your desired degree programme online!

Our Campus management system HISinOne makes it possible: Simply upload all your application documents in PDF format to the corresponding fields in the online portal.

And if you still need to submit something, that is No problem! You can easily send missing documents by e-mail to our Study Service Centre:
Simply contact us at .

We know that student budgets are often tight. To help you finance your studies, we provide you with the following information at BAföG helpful tips on how to apply and ensure that your application is complete. You will also find important contacts there.

We want to support and encourage particularly talented and motivated students. Under Scholarships you will find information on various scholarship programmes. There are also other funding options, such as the "StudiumThüringenPlus" start-up grant, parental funding, child benefit and the opportunity to earn your own money through a student job.

Students in continuing education programmes can find all information on the Funding opportunities.

Unlike at a university, you will receive more support in your learning process at our university. We provide learning objective control questions, enable you to deepen your knowledge through exercises and also facilitate a great deal of interaction in lectures and seminars. These are big differences to courses with >300 students.

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