1. RWTH Aachen University
Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen
RWTH Aachen University is a large and highly-regarded university, with expertise in many fields of study. As of the winter semester of 2019/20, 45,628 students were enrolled in one of its programmes, 11,280 of which are international students from 137 countries. The mechanical engineering bachelor degree programme at this university in not limited to only current content but it also focuses on fundamental underlying concepts that have been used through time. The course provides training and practical experiences that meet the current development in the field, while enabling students to expand their skills and knowledge through seven semesters. The university also offers a master’s degree in the field. The degree programmes offered at this university are:
- Mechanical Engineering B.Sc.
- General Mechanical Engineering M.Sc.
2. Technical University of Munich
Technische Universität München
The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at this university is ranked in the top positions in research and teaching worldwide. Students of this university are popular with employers, the study environment is comfortable and welcoming, and the technology the faculty develops is innovative, efficient, and sustainable. The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at this university has always aimed to be “better, more efficient” and to create “more advanced technology for humans”. This faculty has been at the top for engineering excellence ever since 1868, offering world-class education, publicly funded projects, as well as industrial collaboration. After completing the bachelor degree programme in Mechanical Engineering at this university, you will be able to apply the methods you have learned in real-life as well as independently develop solution in practice. The degree programmes the faculty offers are:
- Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Science B.Sc.
- Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science M.Sc.
3. University of Stuttgart
Universität Stuttgart
This university is known to be a leading technically oriented university in Germany. Known for its qualitative research, it guarantees research-based teaching focused on “quality and holism.” While studying Mechanical Engineering at this university, you will be equipped with numerous engineering fundamentals, as well as scientific and mathematical tools. You will learn how to be creative and apply that creativity into your work, how to offer technical solutions, and also how to research and develop them on your own. The master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is usually a choice of study for Bachelor graduates in mechanical engineering, vehicle and engine technology, and technology management. During the first two semesters at this master’s programme students get to delve deep into the engineering fundamentals including two thematic specializations (choosing from 40 different subject areas). The university offers the following degree programmes:
- Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor Mechanical Engineering – Orientation for Prospective Students
- Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science (Joined Masters with Georgia Tech)
- Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science
- Mechanical Engineering / Microtechnology, Device Technology and Technical Optics, Master of Science
- Mechanical Engineering / Product Development and Construction Technology, Master of Science
- Mechanical Engineering / Materials and Production Technology, Master of Science
4. KIT, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology offers various degree programmes in the field of Mechanical Engineering. One of them is also a course specifically designed for non-German-speaking international students. The university aims to qualify students who can individually identify problems and work on developing efficient solutions. KIT constantly works on improving the quality of teaching and studies, in order to give students the skills they deserve and the skills they need to excel in the workplace. Teaching and learning at this university are mainly student-oriented, using comfortable and creative study environments. KIT makes sure to create students who are able to work on tasks and challenges that “require responsible action”. You can find the following degree programmes at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology:
- Mechanical Engineering B.Sc.
- Mechanical Engineering M.Sc.
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Mechatronics and Information Technology
- Mechanical Engineering (International)
5. Technical University of Braunschweig
Technische Universität Braunschweig
Courses at the Technical University of Braunschweig are based on the university’s research, and students can choose from a variety of individual specializations. The research-oriented training, the solution-oriented manner, and the high-quality of teaching make this university one of the best in Germany for Mechanical Engineering. Cooperation within the university and with partners is what Technical University of Braunschweig values and focuses on. Constantly encouraging students to work on reaching their goals and dream careers, this university has a reputation for excellence and academic quality. During studies in the bachelor degree programme in Mechanical Engineering, you can choose from seven specialisations the likes of General Engineering, Energy and Process Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Material Sciences, Mechatronics, and Production and System Technology. Technical University of Braunschweig offers the following courses in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
- Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor Degree)
- Mechanical Engineering (Master Degree)
- Mechatronics (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
- Materials Science (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
- Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering (Master Degree)
- Production and System Technology (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
- Automotive Engineering (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
- Aerospace Engineering (Major in Mechanical Engineering)
- Energy and Process Engineering / Bioprocess Engineering (Specialization in Mechanical Engineering)