Mechatronics University of Siegen

All courses are taught in English.

The International Postgraduate Studies in Mechatronics are offered as interdisciplinary courses by the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science in cooperation with the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The synergy between these disciplines imparts the scientific basics and methods for the specific demands required for the development of integrated technical systems. Continuation of studies in a doctoral programme leading to the degree "Dr-Ing" is also possible.

30 April at midnight (CEST) each year for the following winter semester

First and second semesters: postgraduate courses in Control and System Theory, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Signal Processing and Mechanical Engineering with the corresponding laboratories as well as elective courses

Third semester: Embedded Systems, Applied Computer Science and elective courses (More than 20 elective modules are available so that each student can individually enhance her or his skills and knowledge.)

Fourth semester: Master's thesis in one of the active research groups of the department

Grades and credit points are based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).

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Not included in the programme

No tuition fees

Students have to pay a semester contribution of approximately 320 EUR, which is due before the start of each semester, as part of (re-)registration. This fee covers the cost of a public transport ticket (valid for six months in all of Germany), a social services contribution, and student activities.

The city of Siegen has very moderate costs for accommodation, offering attractive living conditions for students. Living expenses range from only 800 EUR to 950 EUR per month, including rent, health insurance, food, clothing, learning materials, phone/Internet, travel expenses, entertainment, and sports. This estimated cost of living can vary depending on lifestyle, type of accommodation, budget, and spending habits.

It is important that students plan and manage their finances throughout the duration of the degree programme to ensure they have enough funds to cover semester contributions and living costs.

Academic admission requirements include a Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline issued by an approved university. Applicants should have excellent scores in the degree obtained.

For detailed information, visit: https://www.mechatronics.eti.uni-siegen.de/pgs/application_and_admission/.

In any case, the English language proficiency should meet level B2 of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), i.e. TOEFL iBT: minimum 88, or IELTS (academic): minimum 6.0, or Cambridge First: minimum 175, or PTE Academic: minimum 61.
Score reports must NOT be older than two years.

TOEFL code number for the University of Siegen: 8429

Medium of Instruction letters (MOI) will not be accepted!

30 April at midnight (CEST) each year for the following winter semester

Students at the University of Siegen can apply for the “Deutschlandstipendium / Studienförderfonds”, which can cover part of the students' cost of living. Scholarships for doctoral students are available at the House of Young Talents of the University of Siegen.

Students can easily find part-time jobs with the help of the job placement service of the university. Siegen and the surrounding area are home to a large number of medium-sized industrial enterprises (SMEs), or so-called hidden champions in electrical and mechanical engineering. Some bigger examples include the companies SMS and Achenbach Buschhütten. A lot of smaller, yet very successful and quickly growing high-tech companies are located here as well, for instance, PMD Technologies and Asentics, which are spin-off companies of the university. As a result, employment opportunities are very good, especially for jobs during the semester breaks and after graduation.

There are student residences (dormitories) of the "Studierendenwerk" (student services) close to the university. The rent for a room is between 270 EUR and 450 EUR. Please be aware that German universities do not usually have campus systems like universities in some other countries where all students can find accommodation directly on the university property. Therefore, some students might have to find rooms on their own. The private accommodation costs per room are 400 EUR on average. Detailed information concerning general accommodation can be found here.

Early application/search is advisable.

The career services team helps with all questions regarding career entry and career planning. It offers information on occupational fields, helps with the career-related structuring of studies and provides direct support with individual coaching and consulting services when it comes to finding a good career start after graduation.

Furthermore, the Forging International Talents – FIT in Siegen programme specifically supports international students throughout their entire studies, with a focus on preparation for the German job market. Additionally, the offers of the "Alumniverbund" provide a good opportunity to network and to benefit from the experiences of former students.

The university offers international students activities throughout the entire duration of their studies, starting with orientation days and the placement of a buddy (who provides support in the first semester), continuing through various networking and personal development opportunities (e.g. Student Living Room, sessions for well-being), and culminating in initiatives that prepare students for the German job market and help them build relevant networks during their studies.