Technical Management University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer

Courses are held in English (100%). Exclusive German language courses are offered to increase students' knowledge of the language and to simplify the students' integration in Germany.

The Master's programme in Technical Management is a continuing education degree programme. You will gain detailed knowledge in the areas of technical skills, professionalisation, and business management skills. You will also prepare yourself for management positions. You must take mandatory modules that include the specified core competencies, and you can also take other courses in additional (mandatory) elective modules.

Your degree will be a Master of Engineering (MEng), which is internationally recognised and accredited by the ZEvA (Central Evaluation and Accreditation Agency). This solid background will also prepare you to pursue a doctorate. The accreditation assures and validates both the highest standards in teaching and studying and an internationally acknowledged degree.

Our programme offers fundamentals in sustainable engineering and innovation management to help students recognise the opportunities that arise in terms of responsible development. Moreover, you will develop sustainable solutions to benefit from by gaining a more holistic understanding of the field.

In addition, our programme focuses on the mediation of product development skills. You will gain and deepen your knowledge in terms of concept development, strategic planning, testing and performance.

To complete a well-rounded professional profile, you will acquire skills in data and computer sciences. These two fields are distinct yet interconnected, and they are playing a crucial role in the age of digitalisation.

Already at the beginning of your studies, important orientation events await you within the framework of the first semester introductory week, which are intended to facilitate the start of your studies and at our university. We will ensure that you have a good start to your studies and, as a university of short distances, we will be there for you personally.

For the winter semester (September to January)
Non-EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 February to 30 April
EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 May to 15 July

For the summer semester (March to July)
Non-EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 June to 31 October
EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 December to 15 January

The tuition fee charged for the Technical Management study programme totals 5,980 EUR per semester. 

Detailed information on the composition of the tuition fees can be found in this overview.

Obligation to submit a health insurance declaration:
Since 1 December 2021, the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer has been using the electronic student notification procedure (SMV). Notifications of the health insurance companies can only be accepted electronically. In addition to the application, all applicants must apply for a confirmation of insurance from a statutory health insurance company, quoting our sender number, H0002194.

The one-and-a-half-year Master's study programme consists of 90 credit points and is arranged over three semesters. The Master's programme Technical Management combines technical skills with management expertise and complements these with highly essential professionalisation in specific fields. Students are able to join the programme every semester. The module overview for the upcoming semesters is available on our website.

The winter semester operates from September to January, and the summer semester runs from March to July.  

Within the first two semesters, you will implement management functions in the field of technology and learn how to use and develop problem-solving strategies in a creative and sovereign way. The programme also offers elective modules that can be chosen as optional courses according to students' interests.

Compulsory modules in the winter semester are:

• Business Management 5 ECTS
• Computer Sciences 5 ECTS

Compulsory modules in the summer semester are:

• Sustainability in Engineering 5 ECTS
• Introduction to Data Sciences 5 ECTS
• Communication & Culture 5 ECTS
• Marketing 5 ECTS

Elective modules are offered in relation to the core competencies, and offerings vary each semester (subject to change). The module book gives a detailed insight into the modules.

Elective modules each 5 ECTS:

• Advanced Project Management
• Controlling
• Digitalisation and Automation
• ERP Systems (SAP s/4 HANA/ERP)
• International Commercial Law
• Production Systems
• Quality Management
• Strategic Management
• Sustainable Innovation Management
• Energy Systems Engineering

The third semester is reserved for the Master's thesis and the colloquium (defence). You can freely choose to prepare the Master's thesis at the university or in the industry with a combined supervision of a professor and an industrial supervisor. The university recommends the latter in most cases.

Further information on modules can be found in the module handbook. 

A German language course is offered exclusively. In small groups, each student's language level will be determined, and students will be placed in courses designed to enhance their knowledge accordingly. Participation is optional, but we highly recommend reaching an adequate language level to increase future career perspectives in Germany.

In addition, factory visits and excursions as well as guest lectures are scheduled to amass knowledge on different aspects of work settings as well as intercultural features.

As a result of the learning activities, students are given the opportunity to subject-specific and general intercultural skills, as lecturers support them through activities that encourage student engagement. These include group assignments and projects where students work together in multicultural teams, from different disciplinary backgrounds, or from different ethnic, sociocultural, or socio-economic backgrounds.

In addition, course contents include international elements with guest lectures, workshops, excursions or assignments with an international or intercultural focus.

Students may engage in voluntary internships in order to discover the work of industrial services in Germany. This enables students to have a practical approach for their Master's theses.

The Coordination Office Technical Management is eager to support students in finding suitable internship positions by offering an individual application portfolio check. The Coordination Office Technical Management collaborates with the Career Service of the university to offer career-related workshops and events.

5,980 EUR

The tuition fee charged for the Technical Management study programme totals 5,980 EUR per semester. 

Detailed information on the composition of the tuition fees can be found in this overview.

The semester contribution is charged each semester and is already included in the total tuition fee. This covers the cost of the student union contribution and includes the "Semesterticket", a subscription-based public transport ticket for all local public transport, which is valid in all of Germany.

Living expenses in Emden are rather low; accommodation costs approx. 250 to 450 EUR per month. Different options for housing are offered, such as student residences, flat shares and private flats.

• Academic requirements include a German "Diplom" degree, a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification with three and a half years of study in a technical field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, natural sciences, information science, etc.
• A minimum of one year of postgraduate full time work experience is compulsory.
• Reliable and certified English language skills are required.

Applicants originating from China, India, or Vietnam additionally have to hand in the original certificate of the academic assessment office issued by the German embassy (“Akademische Prüfstelle”). Your application cannot be processed without this certificate. You may find further information here:

• Akademische Prüfstelle des Kulturreferates der Deutschen Botschaft Peking (APS) / academic assessment office at the German Embassy Peking/ Beijing: https://www.aps.org.cn/
• Academic Evaluation Center Science Section of the German Embassy New Delhi: https://aps-india.de/
• Akademische Prüfstelle des Kulturreferates der Deutschen Botschaft Hanoi (APS) / academic assessment office at the German Embassy Hanoi: http://www.hanoi.diplo.de/

Proficiency in English (computer-based):

• TOEFL- cBT > 220
• TOEFL - iBT > 83
• TOEFL - PBT > 500
• IELTS > 6
• ELSA > 100
• EPT > 500

For the winter semester (September to January)
Non-EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 February to 30 April
EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 May to 15 July

For the summer semester (March to July)
Non-EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 June to 31 October
EU Bachelor's degree applicants: 1 December to 15 January

The University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer offers quite a few scholarships aimed at all students who are already enrolled. Application for scholarships is limited and available during a certain period of the year only.

An overview can be found here: https://www.hs-emden-leer.de/en/university-of-applied-sciences/organization/departments-a-z/international-office/international-students/scholarships.

The University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer awards scholarships to female students to promote young female academics: fem:talent-Stipendium – Hochschule Emden/Leer (hs-emden-leer.de).

Students from non-EU countries who have a residence permit for the purpose of studying (§16b AufenthG) may be employed for up to 140 full days or 280 half days per year without the approval of the Federal Employment Agency.

This regulation does not apply to student activities, such as assistant activities at universities or activities closely related to studies. These activities can be carried out for an unlimited period of time.

If you study at our University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer, you can apply for accommodation at the local residence hall before your arrival in Emden. There is one fully-furnished student dormitory, called “Steinweg 20”. Residence halls in Emden are not managed by the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer, but rather, they are managed by an independent organisation, the "Studentenwerk". Therefore, we are not in a position to guarantee an accommodation in such dorms.

Please note that move-in times are limited due to semester dates.

Find more information here: Studierendenwerk Oldenburg

Additionally, the Coordination Office Technical Management obtains contacts for students who seek private accommodations.

The Coordination Office Technical Management supports students in every single step of their study and works in close collaboration with the Career service and "MyCampus" of the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer. Thus, support is provided to students in their professional orientation and career entry.

Moreover, an interdisciplinary venue was created that offers services and events in the areas of "improving the quality of study" and "professionalisation". These services include workshops, coaching and seminars, review of CVs and applications, company visits, and other relevant components to enhance external key competences.

Every semester begins with an introduction week and a welcome session. Students are introduced to the new course of study and to the events and formalities in their new study environment. There is a lot to organise and a lot to discover. 

The International Office offers a buddy programme. Participating international students will receive support with initial practical questions and will get a good insight in the student life and daily life in Germany.

Studying in Emden means studying at a modern university with a personal atmosphere. Besides the mere facilitation of technical know-how, our educational goals additionally entail fostering creativity and the capacity for teamwork as well as equipping our students with key qualifications. Our highly motivated academic staff enhances the appeal of the respective study programme with efficient learning methods and the commitment to ensure individual support for each and every student.

The course of study takes place in the town of Emden (population 50,000), which is one of the locations of the University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer. The university is one of the biggest universities of applied sciences in Lower Saxony. Today 3,777 students study at the various faculties. Because of their coastal location, the region of East Frisia and Emden are popular holiday destinations and offers numerous cultural and recreational facilities. The cost of living is fairly low. Cities such as Hamburg or Amsterdam are within 300 km of Emden.
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