Engineering and Management Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

All courses are taught in English.

The international Master’s degree programme in “Engineering and Management” is fully taught in English, and it welcomes both German and international students. The programme is conceived as an interdisciplinary programme. The modules cover the entire value chain – including procurement, research, development, production, sales and marketing. A particular focus is put on innovation and topics around digitisation.

Digitisation of products, processes and connectivity via the "Internet of things" present major future opportunities and challenges for companies. In many industries, products and services involve significant software development. Products continuously record data, process it and/or share it with operators or connected devices. "Industry 4.0" comprises intelligently networked factories and innovative logistic solutions, among others. In retail, mobile payment, shopping apps and augmented reality are becoming commonplace. Digital transformation often does not only affect products and processes but also the company business model.

Graduates of this programme are well-positioned to cope with these and other technology-driven challenges. In addition, they are trained to view and implement concepts globally and manage international teams and projects.

1. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from outside of Germany must first apply via uni-assist (as soon as possible, but by 30 May at the latest for the following winter semester).
   If you acquired your Bachelor's degree outside of Germany, uni-assist has to verify your eligibility to study in Germany and to convert your grades to the German grade system. You will have to submit all required documents to uni-assist online. The process could take up to six weeks.
2. PRIMUSS –THI application portal: from 2 May until 15 July for the following winter semester

THI charges fees of currently 500 EUR per semester for students from third countries (citizenship outside the EU and European Economic Area).

The fees are planned to increase to 1,200 EUR per semester (Master's programmes) from summer semester 2026 onwards. When more details are available, you will find further information on our homepage.

THI students who started their studies earlier are not affected by this reform.

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt does not cooperate with recruitment agencies. Applicants will have to apply on their own. Apart from the uni-assist fee, there is no application fee.

To stay updated on the most recent study orientation dates, please visit www.thi.de/go/events-studyorientation.

The programme is designed to be completed in three semesters. In the first and second semesters, students typically complete six modules (5 ECTS each). The final semester is dedicated to writing a Master's thesis.

The programme is founded on three pillars:

1. It explores “digital business” in modules such as Innovation Management, Software Engineering, Digital Marketing, Digital Factory, Selected Topics of Digitalisation and Business Analytics & Artificial Intelligence.
2. It provides key management skills, e.g. in International Management, Management Accounting & International Taxation, Advanced Economics and Entrepreneurship.
3. The programme has an international focus. The study language is English. Students are from all parts of the world. In all modules, light is shed on the following questions: "How can this be implemented globally?" or "What are particular international challenges?"

Students can specialise by choosing an elective module by selecting a topic of interest during the scientific research seminar and during the Master's thesis.

About 80 percent of the Master's theses are carried out in cooperation with local corporations.

1,200 EUR

THI charges fees of currently 500 EUR per semester for students from third countries (citizenship outside the EU and European Economic Area).

The fees are planned to increase to 1,200 EUR per semester (Master's programmes) from summer semester 2026 onwards. When more details are available, you will find further information on our homepage.

THI students who started their studies earlier are not affected by this reform.

All students will have to pay a student union fee of 72 EUR per semester.

Student organisations estimate that the cost of living is approx. 990 EUR or more per month, depending on individual needs and expectations. Mandatory health insurance in Germany will cost a student around 145 EUR per month.

Usually, non-EU students will have to provide proof of financial means with a blocked account for visa purposes. It should contain approximately 992 EUR per month for up to 12 months.

Proof of a Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science or a degree in another engineering or technological discipline at university level with at least 210 ECTS credit points

Admission is based on the grade point average that the applicant has received in his or her Bachelor's degree programme.

The Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt can only make a legally binding decision about your eligibility for your desired study programme after reviewing the documents you submit with your application. We can’t provide a definitive assessment or evaluate your chances of acceptance until we have your full application, including your educational history.

Furthermore, it is possible to find out if you’re qualified to study in Germany before applying. Detailed information is available at the following link: www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/check-university-admission.

Additionally, you can find out about the qualification requirements via the study and examination regulations (=Studien- und Prüfungsordnung = SPO). Find these on the following page under the respective statutes: https://www.thi.de/en/university/university-profile/university-management/legal-department/.

Thank you for your understanding. You are very welcome to apply, and we will check your application documents.

Applicants applying for an English-language Master's programme must provide proof of sufficient English language proficiency at level B2 or higher. Proof of having passed the examination must be submitted by the time of enrolment at the latest. A list of all accepted certificates can be found here: https://www.thi.de/en/university/university-profile/university-management/legal-department/general-statutes/.

You may start with little or no German language proficiency.

1. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from outside of Germany must first apply via uni-assist (as soon as possible, but by 30 May at the latest for the following winter semester).
   If you acquired your Bachelor's degree outside of Germany, uni-assist has to verify your eligibility to study in Germany and to convert your grades to the German grade system. You will have to submit all required documents to uni-assist online. The process could take up to six weeks.
2. PRIMUSS –THI application portal: from 2 May until 15 July for the following winter semester

There are different scholarships available to enrolled students, such as the Deutschlandstipendium. All students will have to look and apply for specific scholarships themselves! Most scholarship programmes are based on performance (grades, voluntary work, etc.). The economic situation of applicants is usually not taken into consideration. A certain level of German language skills (at least B2) is required for many scholarships.

The International Office also offers scholarships. Enrolled international students will be notified of the call once a year via the communication channels of the university.

International students at Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI) are strongly advised to start gaining practical experience early to earn money during their studies and improve their job prospects. Besides looking for working student positions, students are also encouraged to seek low-level jobs in gastronomy or similar sectors to earn money and improve their German language skills. In addition to internship positions posted on the university platform, students should actively consider research and teaching assistant roles at THI. Please note that international students face legal limits on the number of working days allowed (see Study and work).

The International Welcome Center offers workshops and events in English to help international students prepare for their entry into the German market, especially in preparing for the internship search and applications.

Important: German employers expect students to take the initiative in applying for jobs and to have a good command of German. For internships, a minimum German language level of B1/B2 is required, while for entry-level jobs after graduation, B2/C1 is generally expected. Therefore, international students should start learning German as early as possible to increase their employability.

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt does not run any student residence halls / dorms. You will have to start looking for accommodation on your own as soon as possible. At least 500 EUR per month should be budgeted for accommodation.

Here are some facts about finding accommodation in Ingolstadt or Neuburg.

Workshops to prepare for the German job market

For most jobs German is still a necessary key qualification and prerequisite. Even the best degree will hardly help you later if you do not speak German well. We will not only provide you with the best possible support in your studies, but we will also offer a variety of German courses to help you learn German quickly and well.

• Service point and counselling
• Online info session for admitted degree-seekers
• Support with city registration and residence permits
• Orientation days and networking events
• Mentoring programme
• German courses and language support programmes
• Cultural events, excursions, and company tours
• Workshops to prepare for the German job market
• Student clubs, such as N.I.C.E. (Network & International Culture Exchange)

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI) is an institution that specialises in business and technology and is characterised by innovative study concepts and modern facilities. We are currently training over 8,000 students in more than 70 study programmes in engineering, computer science, business, life sciences and sustainability.
Our students will graduate as sought-after specialists and managers. An extremely dynamic and successful region with a distinctly strong economic structure provides for excellent framework conditions. The relatively small student body guarantees individual guidance, a familial atmosphere, and close cooperation between students and professors.
One of the core features of studying at our university is its orientation towards practical application. Internships and projects, as well as continuous cooperation with regional companies, are fundamental components of every study programme.
The Ingolstadt campus was completed in 1999, and a new tract of buildings opened in 2014. In 2021, the Neuburg campus opened its doors with its Faculty of Sustainable Infrastructure. Modern equipment and facilities create an atmosphere that adds to students' success and enjoyment. Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt is proud of its commitment to offer the highest possible level of quality in research and education. It is possible to explore Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt by visiting the interactive 360° THI campus tour.

The campus is only a short walk from Ingolstadt's appealing old city. The view from the lecture halls is of a castle and other medieval buildings. Ingolstadt lies in the centre of Bavaria, one of the most prosperous German federal states, and it is only an hour by car from the metropolitan areas of Munich and Nuremberg. The opportunities to take part in leisure activities in the area – which is close to the Alps as well as to the beautiful Altmühl valley – are unlimited. With the headquarters of Audi (the international automotive company) and a large number of innovative corporations in the city, Ingolstadt is proud to be one of the strongest economic regions in Germany. Opportunities to participate in sports activities are provided by the university as well as by various amateur and competitive sports clubs. Bavarian charm and the Bavarian way of life – including summer evenings in beer gardens and the diverse cultural events on offer – make daily life in Ingolstadt particularly attractive for students.