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Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig
Bachelor German Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)

Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig Leipzig · Saxony

About the Program

The development, construction and building of machines are the focus of the mechanical engineering program. Concrete application examples include machine tools, 3D printers, the design of production lines as well as robotics and automation technology. Other content includes planning for implementation, operational organization, improvement and optimization of production processes as well as quality management. Based on the fundamental scientific-technical methods and findings of mechanical engineering, essential skills and abilities for practical application in the profession are taught. Therefore, through the practice-oriented study, students acquire the qualification to design, conceptualize, calculate and optimize mechanical engineering products. In the course of digitalization (Industry 4.0), the contents of the courses are constantly adapted and expanded to meet the requirements of industry and new scientific and social findings.
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The development, construction and building of machines are the focus of the mechanical engineering program. Concrete application examples include machine tools, 3D printers, the design of production lines as well as robotics and automation technology. Other content includes planning for implementation, operational organization, improvement and optimization of production processes as well as quality management. Based on the fundamental scientific-technical methods and findings of mechanical engineering, essential skills and abilities for practical application in the profession are taught. Therefore, through the practice-oriented study, students acquire the qualification to design, conceptualize, calculate and optimize mechanical engineering products. In the course of digitalization (Industry 4.0), the contents of the courses are constantly adapted and expanded to meet the requirements of industry and new scientific and social findings.

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How do I apply to Mechanical Engineering at Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Mechanical Engineering at Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig

Is Mechanical Engineering at Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Mechanical 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 Mechanical Engineering at Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), 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 Mechanical 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 Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig — 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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