Engineering Science
Engineering Science: interdisciplinary and international
Understanding technical systems, developing innovative solutions, and benefiting from a broad education in engineering - these are just some of the advantages of the bachelor's degree programme in Engineering Science at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS). As a student of the internationally oriented online degree programme, you will develop fundamental engineering knowledge and specialist knowledge from the 4th semester. You benefit from maximum flexibility through the option of switching to on-campus studies or completing the programme completely online. Use your technical talent and creativity and shape the technologies and systems of the future with us!
Reasons to study Engineering Science at THWS
Studying online at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt opens up doors to a world of innovations and technical challenges. We connect theory with the required practice, fundamental research with applied knowledge, and regional expertise with global perspective. At THWS, you learn to gain new perspectives and contribute to a more sustainable and technologically advanced future.
Our online degree programmes take place 100 percent online. This gives you complete flexibility - wherever you want and whenever you want, always with the high teaching quality of one of the largest state universities in Bavaria, Germany.
Advantages of the degree programme
- Interdisciplinarity: Combination of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and business and engineering
- Flexibility: Online studies with optional practice phases
- Practical focus: Integrated internship semester and close cooperation with companies
- Excellent perspectives: Wide range of applications in industry, logistics, IT, and research
- Modern teaching methods: Digital learning platforms, practical projects, and interactive teaching
- Specialisation in various subject areas from the 4th semester
- Option to change to German- or English-taught on-site degree programmes from the 4th semester
- Consecutive master's programmes offered by THWS
Three good reasons
Programme contents
The bachelor's degree programme in Engineering Science at THWS comprises seven semesters and offers an interdisciplinary engineering education with a high degree of flexibility. In the first three semesters, students develop basic engineering knowledge in mathematics, physics, IT as well as programming, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and industrial engineering. This is followed by specialist studies, which enable specialisation. Students build knowledge in lectures, exercises, and practical projects. An integrated internship semester is the ideal preparation for starting a career. Special characteristic: Students can change to on-site studies at THWS from the 4th semester.
Programme structure
Foundation phase (1st to 3rd semester)
In the first three semesters, you will build basic engineering knowledge in mathematics, physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and industrial engineering. The aim is to lay a solid foundation for the subsequent specialisation phase. This is achieved in lectures and interactive exercises, supplemented by practical projects and modern digital teaching methods.
Specialisation phase (4th to 5th semester)
In the specialisation phase, you can specialise or switch to a German or English-language on-site course benefiting from accreditation of modules you have already completed. The first specialisation that can be studied completely online is Industrial and Systems Engineering with a focus on production and system optimisation.
Internship semester (6th semester)
The internship semester takes place in the sixth semester. You can put your theoretical knowledge into practice in a company or research institution, gain valuable experience, and make your first contacts with industry. THWS cooperates with numerous national and international companies.
Final phase (7th semester)
In the final semester, you will work on your bachelor's thesis, in which you will tackle a practical engineering problem. This will allow you to apply the knowledge you have developed and prepare you for your future career.
Overview of modules
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Mathematics 1 | 5 |
| Business Administration | 5 |
| Engineering Mechanics 1 | 5 |
| Computer Sciences 1 | 5 |
| Project Management and Scientific Work | 5 |
| Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering | 5 |
| Module | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Operations Research | 5 |
| Systems Modeling and Simulation | 5 |
| Manufacturing Techniques and Production Processes | 5 |
| ERP Systems and Digital Transformation | 5 |
| Lean Production and CIP | 5 |
| Control Systems | 5 |
Specialisations
You have the opportunity to individually shape your studies in the bachelor's programme Engineering Science. From the fourth semester, you specialise in your online studies or change to on-site studies. The first specialisation "Industrial and Systems Engineering" can be studied completely online and focuses on production systems and process optimisation. For other specialisations, students are required to change to a German- or English-taught on-site programme at THWS.
After completing the 3rd semester, you can change to the following programmes:
Business and Engineering (B.Eng.)
Elektro- und Informationstechnik (B.Eng.)
Logistik (B.Eng.)
Logistics (B.Eng.)
Maschinenbau (B.Eng.)
Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.)
Mechatronik (B.Eng.)
Mechatronics (B.Eng.)
Nachhaltige Energiesysteme (B.Eng.)
Wasserstoff- und Verfahrenstechnik (B.Eng.)
Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen (B.Eng.)
Practice-orientation
Online studies at THWS are characterised by a high practice-orientation and the internship semester, which takes place in the 5th or 6th semester, depending on your degree programme. It takes place in the 6th semester and is completed in a company. That way you can apply the knowledge developed during your online studies in an actual work environment.
What makes studies at THWS so practice-oriented?
- Getting to know and applying new technologies
- Learning content with a strong practical orientation
- Internship semester as an integral part of studies
- Lecturers with extensive experience in the industry and economy
- Companies and industry partners, also internationally
- Possibility of completing your final thesis in cooperation with a company
International practice
By the way: You also have the opportunity to complete your internship semester abroad. That way you do not only develop intercultural competence but also boost your language skills and your career perspectives.
Career and perspectives
With a degree in Engineering Science, you are ideally prepared for a career in a wide range of industries. Engineers shape the technologies of the future and develop innovative solutions for complex challenges. They optimise production processes, design sustainable systems, and drive digitalisation. Their work influences numerous sectors - from industry and transport to research. With their interdisciplinary knowledge, they contribute to the efficient use of resources, the improvement of technical processes, and the fulfilment of social requirements for modern technologies.
The professional fields are diverse:
- Process optimisation
- Automation engineering
- Quality management in production and manufacturing
- Traffic planning
- Mobility concepts
- Supply chain management
- Computer engineering
- Data Analysis
- Industry 4.0
- Technical consulting and distribution
- Strategy development
- Research and development
Qualification goals and intended learning outcomes
The programme aims to train engineers by combining application-oriented teaching with a sound academic basis. In this programme, students build sound knowledge in central engineering disciplines like mechanics, production planning and control as well as electrical engineering and information technology.
To prepare our students for the multiple career options in the field, they develop a solid basis of engineering science. Students are enabled to think interdisciplinarily and create innovative solutions at the intersection of different engineering disciplines as well as apply modern technologies and tools in practice. Graduates will be able to create sustainable and future-oriented concepts for industrial and environmental challenges, successfully work in international teams, and specifically apply their intercultural communication skills. Our programme is particularly application-oriented through the internship module and its focus on practice. Additionally, students will develop the ability to independently perform entrepreneurial activities and process-oriented thinking.
Is Engineering Science the right programme for you?
The bachelor's degree programme in Engineering Science is ideal for anyone who is enthusiastic about technical systems and is looking for a versatile engineering education. It is aimed at students with an analytical mindset and an affinity for technology who want to work in an interdisciplinary way and solve complex challenges. If you have a keen interest in maths, physics,and technology and are enthusiastic about innovative technologies, this degree programme is the right choice for you. Curiosity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to incorporate economic and sustainable aspects into technical developments are particularly in demand.
Admission requirements
Requirement for admission to the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt is a valid general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (fachgebundene Hochschulreife), an advanced technical college certificate (Fachhochschulreife), a general/subject-specific entrance qualification for qualified professionals, or a comparable international qualification.
Please note that there are also language requirements.
Your interests and abilities
- Enthusiasm for technology and developing innovative technical solutions in interdisciplinary teams
- Strong analytical skills for solving complex problems in mathematics, physics, and engineering
- Ability for independent and disciplined studies in a flexible digital environment
- Interest in combining mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and business and engineering in practice-oriented applications
- Curiosity about new technologies and the ability to integrate economic and sustainable aspects
Transparent fee scheme
We value transparency. We therefore choose to keep our semester fees simple. We do not charge any fees for examinations. We also do not charge any fees for the use of university services.
EU-citizens pay a semester fee of EUR 600 per semester. This fee includes a media fee and the fee for the Studierendenwerk (student services fee).
Non-EU-citizens pay a semester fee of EUR 1500 per semester. In addition to a media fee and the fee for the Studierendenwerk (student services fee), a study fee and service fee are included. We use the income from the service fee to realise various support offers and services during the course of your studies.
After the designated standard time to degree only the fee for the Studierendenwerk is to be paid (currently ca. EUR 170).
Any potential costs for health insurance are not included.
Further information for international students
Further information for students residing in Germany
Dates & facts
Degree programme:
Engineering Science
Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Admission restrictions:
Not subject to numerus clausus, English B2-level
Faculties:
Applied Natural Sciences and Humanities, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business and Engineering
Duration:
7 semesters standard time to degree
210 ECTS credits, incl. internship semester
Mode of study:
Online studies
Language:
English
Semester fees:
EUR 600 for EU-citizens,
EUR 1,500 for non-EU-citizens
Start of studies:
Winter semester 2026/27
Winter semester (1 October)
Pre-Year 1 October 2025
Application period:
For the Pre-Year:
Spring 2026 (exact dates TBA)
For the degree programme (from 1 May 2026):
From 1 May to 15 July each year
Contact
Programme director
Professor Dr. Peter Meyer
bese[at]thws.de
