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About the Program

Mechanical engineering is the core of industrial production in every highly developed country. The mechanical engineering sector produces the machines and equipment necessary to produce anything else. For the German economy in particular, the maintenance and development of this sector is highly significant. In the course you'll acquire the knowledge and skills to enable you work in all branches of mechanical engineering and automotive production. Subjects include design theory, technical mechanics, electrical engineering/electronics, engineering mathematics, measurement technology and applied informatics. Starting in the 4th semester you can specialise in machine design or in production engineering for mechanical engineering and automotive production. Depending on your major field of study, you'll have job opportunities in development and design as well as in testing products from the whole range of mechanical engineering and automotive production. Other opportunities exist in development and design for products in electrical engineering/electronics, precision instrument engineering, automotive production and industrial robotics. A career in specialist consulting is also possible.
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Mechanical engineering is the core of industrial production in every highly developed country. The mechanical engineering sector produces the machines and equipment necessary to produce anything else. For the German economy in particular, the maintenance and development of this sector is highly significant. In the course you'll acquire the knowledge and skills to enable you work in all branches of mechanical engineering and automotive production. Subjects include design theory, technical mechanics, electrical engineering/electronics, engineering mathematics, measurement technology and applied informatics. Starting in the 4th semester you can specialise in machine design or in production engineering for mechanical engineering and automotive production. Depending on your major field of study, you'll have job opportunities in development and design as well as in testing products from the whole range of mechanical engineering and automotive production. Other opportunities exist in development and design for products in electrical engineering/electronics, precision instrument engineering, automotive production and industrial robotics. A career in specialist consulting is also possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Mechanical Engineering at Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau

Is Mechanical Engineering at Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau taught in German or English?

This Other 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 Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau?

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 Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau — 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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