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Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Ansbach
PhD German + English Social Sciences

Applied Sustainable Engineering

Doctorate

About the Program

This degree course trains versatile sustainability engineers who can balance our high-tech society with the needs of an intact environment, help shape technological change in practice, or contribute to research and development. In the first semesters, you will learn important engineering fundamentals and gain an overview of the many aspects of sustainability. At the end of the fourth semester you will choose a specialisation and focus on this from the fifth semester onward. You can choose between Energy & Building Technology and Production & Plastics Technology. The study of applied sustainable engineering optimally prepares you for your professional life. Depending on the orientation of your studies, you can work in a variety of companies and research institutions in a wide range of industries. Thus, you will find challenges in the following industries: Plant and mechanical engineering Automation and electrical industry Consulting Energy supply companies Engineering offices Chemical and industrial production plants Public utilities Technical services in public authorities, as well as in companies in the biotechnology, environmental technology, and information and communication technology sectors
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This degree course trains versatile sustainability engineers who can balance our high-tech society with the needs of an intact environment, help shape technological change in practice, or contribute to research and development. In the first semesters, you will learn important engineering fundamentals and gain an overview of the many aspects of sustainability. At the end of the fourth semester you will choose a specialisation and focus on this from the fifth semester onward. You can choose between Energy & Building Technology and Production & Plastics Technology. The study of applied sustainable engineering optimally prepares you for your professional life. Depending on the orientation of your studies, you can work in a variety of companies and research institutions in a wide range of industries. Thus, you will find challenges in the following industries: Plant and mechanical engineering Automation and electrical industry Consulting Energy supply companies Engineering offices Chemical and industrial production plants Public utilities Technical services in public authorities, as well as in companies in the biotechnology, environmental technology, and information and communication technology sectors

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Applied Sustainable Engineering at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Ansbach

Is Applied Sustainable Engineering at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Ansbach taught in German or English?

This PhD programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Applied Sustainable Engineering programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Applied Sustainable Engineering at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Ansbach?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Applied Sustainable Engineering?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Ansbach — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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