Engineering Science Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg

Compulsory modules are held in English, and elective modules are offered in English or optionally in German.

International students are required to take a language course in German.

Engineers with interdisciplinary thinking and a broad, methodically scientific foundation in the classical engineering disciplines are guarantors for a progressive and sustainable society. The demand for such engineers is steadily growing worldwide.

The Bachelor's degree course in "Engineering Science" focus on fundamentals and general methods in engineering. The students are introduced to the multifaceted spectrum and diversity of the engineering profession, addressing the core topics:

• mechanical engineering
• process and systems engineering
• electrical and information technology

Through a wide range of basic engineering courses, students are qualified to understand and link different engineering disciplines. This allows an independent, solution-oriented, and interdisciplinary answering of theoretical and application-related questions. Hence, new creative solutions for current and future challenges can be developed using cross-interface synergies.

The course is designed as a face-to-face course and can be supplemented with online elements.

15 July (international applicants)

The degree course is structured in such a way that students will specialise in a subject area according to their interests on the basis of a basic compulsory programme.

Students have the opportunity to study abroad for one semester. If a learning agreement is concluded, credits can be recognised.

No tuition fees

Currently, the semester fee is 278.90 EUR. It covers services offered by the "Studentenwerk" (student union) and the student representatives. Enrolled students receive the "Deutschlandsemesterticket" for free use of public transport throughout Germany, along with student discounts in the campus cafeteria and more.

A minimum of 992 EUR per month must be budgeted for accommodation, cost of living, health insurance, books, and miscellaneous expenses. In comparison with many other towns and cities, the rental prices in Magdeburg are still relatively low. There are no tuition fees for the majority of programmes, and the semester fee already includes the cost of bus and tram travel within Magdeburg. The following link provides a fair picture of the cost of living in Magdeburg: Finance.

University entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur) and proof of English language skills at level B2

Demonstrable knowledge of English at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Language certificate with corresponding minimum score or equivalent:

• TOEFL: ibT 90; pbT 577
• IELTS: 6.5
• FCE or higher
• UNIcert: II or higher
• Pearson PTE Academic: 68

In addition, knowledge of German at a minimum of level A1 CEFR is recommended.

15 July (international applicants)

The university provides a limited number of excellence scholarships. Eligible candidates are students in advanced semesters who clearly show above-average results. Scholarships cannot be provided for new students. 

Additionally, you may check the following overview:
Scholarships and funding opportunities for international students.

It is possible to find a part-time job as a research or student assistant at one of the faculties or in the university administration (maximum: 80 hours per month). Other opportunities are student jobs at different companies, restaurants, and shops. Information on how to find a job can be found on our website: Career Service.

The "Studentenwerk" (student union) in Magdeburg manages the on-campus halls of residence (mostly one- to four-room apartments). Currently, the monthly rent ranges from 174 EUR to 421 EUR per room (approx. 12 to 35 square meters), depending on the size and furnishing. Rooms in the halls of residence are limited in number. The accommodation application can be found on the website of the Studentenwerk.
The Studentenwerk assists all new students in finding adequate accommodation, either on or off campus. Private accommodation is available on the Magdeburg accommodation market. However, fully furnished units are in somewhat short supply.