Maschinenbau & Digitale Technologien (B.Eng.)
FOM Hochschule für Berufstätige · Essen, Germany
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Quick Overview
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The Bachelor’s programme Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies at FOM University of Applied Sciences combines fundamental engineering knowledge with digital technologies in product development and production processes.
You study on campus in Essen and complete the degree Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) taught entirely in English, with a total of 180 ECTS.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Engineering Mathematics I and II to build the mathematical base for engineering problem-solving
- Core technical subjects including Technical Mechanics and Natural Sciences for Engineers
- Digital foundations covering Industrial IT Operating Systems and Networks and Industrial Software Development
- Engineering core topics such as Fluid Mechanics, Fundamentals of Construction & Machine Elements, and Digital Transformation
- Data and automation foundations in Industrial Data Engineering and Electrical Engineering & Microsystem Technology
- Project-focused learning with Project: Construction & Computer Aided Design
- Advanced manufacturing and systems topics including Smart Factory, Production Processes & Production Technology, and Thermodynamics
- Industry-oriented quality and certification learning through Project: Certificate Quality Management and Exposé
- Final dissertation phase with Bachelor`s Thesis and Colloquium/Defence
Curriculum
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies totals 180 ECTS across 6 semesters, including a bachelor’s thesis and colloquium/defence.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st semester | Core modules | Engineering Mathematics I | ||
| Modern Materials and Operating Supplies | ||||
| Industrial IT Operating Systems and Networks | ||||
| Industrial Software Development | ||||
| Time and Self Management | ||||
| 2nd semester | Core modules | Engineering Mathematics II | ||
| Technical Mechanics | ||||
| Laboratory training course | ||||
| Metrology | ||||
| Scientific Working Methods | ||||
| Project Management | ||||
| 3rd semester | Core modules | Natural Sciences for Engineers | ||
| Fundamentals of Construction & Machine Elements | ||||
| Industrial Data Engineering | ||||
| Electrical Engineering & Microsystem Technology | ||||
| Applied Engineering Mathematics | ||||
| Project: Construction & Computer Aided Design | ||||
| 4th semester | Core modules | Industrial IT Operating Systems and Networks | ||
| Fluid Mechanics | ||||
| Dynamics & Robotics | ||||
| Project: Construction & Computer Aided Design | ||||
| Process Optimisation & Quality management | ||||
| Time and Self Management | ||||
| 5th semester | Core modules | Production Processes & Production Technology | ||
| Thermodynamics | ||||
| Actuators, Drives & Power Units | ||||
| Digital Transformation | ||||
| Digital Automation Technology | ||||
| Product Innovation & Service Engineering | ||||
| 6th semester | Thesis and final modules | Smart Factory | ||
| Project: Certificate Quality Management | ||||
| Exposé | ||||
| Digital Automation Technology | ||||
| Bachelor’s Thesis and Colloquium/Defence | ||||
| ESG-Sustainability | ||||
| Total | All modules across semesters 1–6, including bachelor’s thesis and colloquium/defence | |||
Career outcomes
- You graduate with engineering skills that directly match job profiles like Mechanical Engineer and Digital Manufacturing Engineer in Germany’s manufacturing sector.
- You build practical digital competencies for smart production, including industrial data engineering and smart factory technologies (e.g., digital twin co-development and production simulation).
- You prepare for technical consulting work through project-based learning that connects engineering decisions with real production and technology challenges.
- You develop robotics- and automation-related capability through modules like Dynamics & Robotics and Digital Automation Technology.
- You gain a qualification that supports career progression into technical specialist and technical leadership paths as your experience grows.
Employability rate
For graduates of mechanical engineering and digital manufacturing in Germany, employability is typically around 88% with an unemployment rate of about 12%, reflecting steady demand for engineering profiles in industry and technology services.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable career outlook with reliable opportunities for qualified mechanical engineers with digital skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| University entrance qualification | International applicants must hold a university entrance qualification that is sufficient for admission to higher education. FOM states that applicants need a university entrance qualification and then an entrance assessment (TestAS or the FOM entrance examination / preparation route) to qualify for the Bachelor’s programme. |
| English language proficiency | Applicants must provide proof of English language skills at B2 level (CEFR) with their application for this English-taught programme. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Maschinenbau | Direct match | |
| Computational Methods and Machine Learning in Engineering | Direct match |
Language requirements
For this English-taught B.Eng. programme, international applicants need English language proficiency at B2 level (CEFR). If English is not your native language, you must submit an accepted English test score or an approved equivalent proof with your application.
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Exam / assessment
| Component | Required? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance assessment | required | FOM requires an entrance assessment for international applicants with TestAS or the FOM entrance examination. Where applicants do not have TestAS, FOM states they can take a preparation course and, after passing the university’s entrance examination, become eligible for the Bachelor programme. |
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 23750 / per year | Tuition fee: EUR 23,750 (as published for the program’s fee structure). |
| Application fee | EUR 1580 / one time | Registration fee: EUR 1,580. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants applying from abroad typically need proof of sufficient financial resources for student visa purposes. FOM also requests proof-related items for your visa application preparation as part of the international student process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your entry documents and English proof
Review the programme’s admission requirements and confirm you meet the university entrance qualification and English language B2 requirement for international applicants. Prepare authenticated copies of your general university entrance qualification and school-leaving certificate (high school diploma) and your transcript of courses. Also prepare your curriculum vitae and English proof in the format requested for the application.
Complete the application form and compile certified copies
Register your personal data and educational background in the application form. Submit all required documents as certified copies, including the passport scan and your academic documents. Make sure documents are translated into German or English if they are not originally in an accepted language.
Submit your signed application by email to the International Office
Send the filled out and signed application form together with your required documents via email to the International Office. Double-check that the file names and document formats match the application instructions and that all attachments are included as PDFs where required. If any documents are missing, the International Office will request them during processing.
Complete the entrance assessment route (TestAS or FOM entrance examination)
International applicants must qualify through TestAS or the FOM entrance examination. If you do not have TestAS, FOM states you can take a preparation course for the entrance examination and then pass the university’s entrance examination to become eligible for the Bachelor programme. Plan this step early to avoid delays before the semester start.