International Mechanical Engineering BEng OTH Regensburg

All core modules are delivered in English.

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When Rudolf Diesel himself was a student of engineering, he developed the first functional diesel engine based on the theoretical findings of his studies.

Even today, mechanical engineering is still one of the most important branches of engineering. Whether it's space travel or the development of vaccines, machines enable us to take on economic and social challenges.

As a mechanical engineer, you will develop products and systems that will change your world and ours in the long term. You will use technical, analytical and creative skills and have the freedom to specialise in exactly what you enjoy most – both during your studies and afterwards.

Our Bachelor's degree programme in International Mechanical Engineering is aimed at technically-oriented international students who are interested in studying classical mechanical engineering in English in Germany.

It is completed over seven semesters and is characterised by a high degree of practical relevance. Many modules offer practical exercises through exciting "hands on" projects in our modern laboratories.

Why study International Mechanical Engineering at OTH Regensburg:

• Decades of experience in teaching and research in the field of mechanical engineering
• Close to practice: Our professors have several years of professional experience, are well networked and know the requirements of companies. During the practical semester, our students can gain their own practical experience and make contacts.
• Top rankings in the CHE ranking for Mechanical Engineering: OTH Regensburg is Bavaria's best university for mechanical engineering.
• Learning in the lab – scientific work from the ground up: Our students are closely involved in laboratory activities as part of project work, internships and final theses. All laboratories and facilities are state of the art.
• Studying in Regensburg: Vibrant student life, a joint campus for all higher education institutions, excellent quality of life in a world heritage city with over 30,000 students

Study objective

Our goal is to educate and support students to become experts in mechanical engineering with practical experience gained from both within our labs and during their industrial placement.

With a degree in International Mechanical Engineering, you will be able to:

• effectively apply and develop the acquired theoretical and practical competence in a wide range of areas and industries
• adapt to the frequently changing requirements of the market and technology, develop new solutions and independently design lifelong learning processes
• successfully work in an international and particularly in a national German environment
• confidently take on responsibility in a team

The Welcome Week takes place in the first few days of every new semester. During this time, you will receive important information about studying at OTH and life in Regensburg.

1 May to 15 September for the following winter semester

Applications submitted outside of this period cannot be considered.

The OTH Regensburg charges a service fee of 500 EUR per semester for students from non-EU countries in English-taught degree programmes (exception: MA International Management). It serves to expand the services required for the support and integration of international students on English-language degree programmes at OTH Regensburg.

Our BEng International Mechanical Engineering programme comprises seven semesters (three and a half years): six theoretical semesters and one practical industrial placement semester. It is divided into three study sections:

• First study section (first and second semesters)
• Second study section (third semester to fifth semester)
• Third study section (sixth and seventh semesters)

The Bachelor's degree programme includes the following subjects:

• Mathematical and scientific fundamentals, for example, physics, engineering mathematics and programming
• Engineering fundamentals, for example, technical mechanics, electrical engineering and materials engineering
• Engineering applications, for example, machine elements and design
• Interdisciplinary course content, for example, business administration, project management and quality assurance

International Elements

• Integrated language training
• Scientific seminar
• Variety of other international modules in English
• Students from different countries and cultures

For detailed information, please refer to the curriculum on the degree programme page => this way

An industrial placement of 20 weeks is completed in the fifth semester.

500 EUR

The OTH Regensburg charges a service fee of 500 EUR per semester for students from non-EU countries in English-taught degree programmes (exception: MA International Management). It serves to expand the services required for the support and integration of international students on English-language degree programmes at OTH Regensburg.

The semester fee of 198 EUR (as of summer semester 2025) must be paid by all students each semester. The semester fee includes the RVV semester ticket and the contribution to the student union. For the first semester, the fee is due upon enrolment.

You will need to budget at least 800 to 900 EUR per month for daily living expenses during your stay in Regensburg.

If you come from a non-EU country, you will need to provide proof of a certain amount per month. However, you may need more to pay for your room, food and everyday necessities. As the number of subsidised rooms in student residences is very limited, you may have to pay up to 700 EUR for rent alone.

On the DAAD website, you will find detailed information about education and living costs in Germany.

OTH Regensburg welcomes both national and international applications. In order to apply, the following documents are necessary:

• General university entrance qualification
• If your qualification was achieved outside of Germany, please include the VPD | uni-assist evaluation report.
• If your native language is not English, please provide a language certificate (see below).

German language level A2 is a pre-requisite for this degree programme.

Accepted certificates of German language proficiency are as follows:

• Goethe
• telc
• ÖSD
• DSDI

Applicants whose native language is not English are required to provide evidence of sufficient English proficiency in spoken and written language, using the certificates recognised by OTH Regensburg.

At least level B1 should be demonstrated under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. However, level B2 is strongly recommended to keep up with the tempo of the course.

Accepted certificates of English language proficiency are as follows:

• IELTS certificate
• TOEFL certificate
• Cambridge Certificate, level B1
• telc, level B1
• PTE Pearson Academic Test certificate, level B1
• Secondary or academic education completed in English (proof by means of a transcript of records or, if the language of instruction is not stated in the certificate, a "Medium of Instruction" certificate)

1 May to 15 September for the following winter semester

Applications submitted outside of this period cannot be considered.

As a full-time student, there is the possibility to apply for financial aid twice a year from our International Office.

There are other possibilities open to full-time international students too, for example, the Askar-Carl-Forster grant (a one-off grant to help with book costs) or the "Deutschlandstipendium".

Specifics can be found on the OTH International Office homepage: International (oth-regensburg.de).

Students from EU countries are generally allowed to work in a part-time job like German students:

• during the semester: 20 hours per week
• during the semester break: full-time

Students from non-EU countries normally do not receive a work permit and are only allowed to work a maximum of 140 full days or 280 half days per year without a work permit (see stamp in passport).

Regensburg is a lively university city with over 30,000 students. As a result, the housing market is very tight. The search for a room is the students' own responsibility! It is recommended to start the search as early as possible, as many rooms are already assigned early!

On the OTH website, you will find useful information about accommodation.

Career service for international students

• Job application check 
• Workshops on career topics
• Mentoring Professional Steps

Before studies: 

• Application assistance
• Pre-arrival online seminar

During studies:

• Welcome events
• Weekly coffee hour
• Mentoring
• International Campus Friends

OTH Regensburg

• Fully accredited state university of applied sciences
• One of the largest universities of applied sciences in Bavaria 
• Special features:
  • strong application-oriented approach
  • international focus
• Top-ranking in Germany’s CHE ranking
• Industry collaborations: strong ties with companies such as BMW, Siemens, Infineon
• Strategic Research Centers (e.g. Regensburg Center for Artificial Intelligence, Regensburg Center of Energy and Resources) ​

Regensburg

• UNESCO World Heritage City – one of Germany’s most beautiful historic cities
• Economic hub and powerhouse – home to major companies (BMW, Siemens, Infineon, Continental)
• Excellent quality of life, safe & international – 31,000 students, vibrant student life ​