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Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
Master German Engineering

Patent Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt Ingolstadt · Bavaria

About the Program

The Master's degree programme in Patent Engineering provides the theoretical and practical expertise for a job experience as a patent engineer in patent, research and development fields. The study course is characterised by the combination of technical content and IP know-how. Graduates will be able to analyse and work on complex issues at the interface of technology and the protection and management of intellectual property, both with colleagues in the field of R&D and with IP experts. This Master's is aimed at graduates of engineering Bachelor's degree programmes with an interest in interdisciplinary work at the interface of technology, IP law, IP information and IP management. The programme qualifies students to analyse and evaluate technical inventions and innovations with regard to their classification under IP law, their economic exploitability and their strategic application potential, and to design and accompany procedures for obtaining and using IP rights.
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The Master's degree programme in Patent Engineering provides the theoretical and practical expertise for a job experience as a patent engineer in patent, research and development fields. The study course is characterised by the combination of technical content and IP know-how. Graduates will be able to analyse and work on complex issues at the interface of technology and the protection and management of intellectual property, both with colleagues in the field of R&D and with IP experts. This Master's is aimed at graduates of engineering Bachelor's degree programmes with an interest in interdisciplinary work at the interface of technology, IP law, IP information and IP management. The programme qualifies students to analyse and evaluate technical inventions and innovations with regard to their classification under IP law, their economic exploitability and their strategic application potential, and to design and accompany procedures for obtaining and using IP rights.

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How do I apply to Patent Engineering at Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt?

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 Patent Engineering at Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

Is Patent Engineering at Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt taught in German or English? ▼

This Master 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 Patent 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 Patent Engineering at Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt? ▼

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 Patent 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 Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt — 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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