Fahrzeugtechnik
HAW Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
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🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Mathematics
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Werkstoffkunde
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Fertigungstechnik
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Technische Mechanik
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Datenverarbeitung
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Elektrotechnik
- Ingenieurwissenschaftliche Grundlagen including Konstruktionsgrundlagen
- Gesamtfahrzeug Grundlagen of vehicle systems
- Antrieb and Fahrwerk including key vehicle technology areas
- Maschinenelemente and Regelungstechnik for engineering design and control
- Mobilitätswirtschaft to connect vehicle technology with mobility economics
- Choice of one of three specialisations: Karosserieentwicklung
- Choice of one of three specialisations: Antrieb und Fahrwerk
- Choice of one of three specialisations: Nutz- und Sonderfahrzeuge
- Specialisation determined through five Wahlpflichtmodulen selected from an offer of 17 modules
- 22-week Industriepraktikum in Semester 7
- Bachelorarbeit completed in connection with the industry internship
- Often completed directly in a company
Curriculum
Bachelor Fahrzeugtechnik (B.Sc.) totals 210 CP (Credit Points) according to the programme-specific examination and study regulations (Leistungspunkte CP gemäß ECTS).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 4 Pflichtmodule plus Grundlagenmodule | Analysis 1 | 5 | 30 |
| Lineare Algebra | 5 | |||
| Statik | 5 | |||
| Fertigungstechnik | 5 | |||
| Werkstoffkunde | 5 | |||
| Darstellende Geometrie | 5 | |||
| Semester 2 | 4 Pflichtmodule plus Grundlagenmodule | Analysis 2 | 5 | 30 |
| Festigkeitslehre | 5 | |||
| Kinematik und Kinetik | 5 | |||
| Datenverarbeitung 1 | 5 | |||
| Elektrotechnik 1 | 5 | |||
| Technisches Zeichnen | 2 | |||
| Freihandzeichnen | 2 | |||
| Semester 3 | 5 Pflichtmodule plus Grundlagenmodule | Thermo- und Fluiddynamik | 5 | 30 |
| Strukturmechanik | 5 | |||
| Messtechnik | 5 | |||
| Datenverarbeitung 2 | 5 | |||
| Elektrotechnik 2 | 5 | |||
| Computer-Aided Design | 5 | |||
| Semester 4 | 5 Pflichtmodule | Maschinenelemente | 5 | 30 |
| Regelungstechnik | 5 | |||
| Mobilitätswirtschaft | 5 | |||
| Gesamtfahrzeugtechnik | 5 | |||
| Antriebstechnik | 5 | |||
| Fahrwerktechnik | 5 | |||
| Semester 5 | 7 Pflichtmodule plus Wahlpflichtmodule | Integratives Projekt | 6 | 42 |
| Modellbildung und Simulation | 6 | |||
| Fahrzeuglabor | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Semester 6 | 4 Pflichtmodule plus Wahlpflichtmodule | Wissenschaftliches Projekt | 6 | 42 |
| Seminar (Aktuelle Themen) | 3 | |||
| Mobilität der Zukunft | 3 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul | 6 | |||
| Semester 7 | Praxismodul and Bachelorarbeit | Praxismodul | 15 | 30 |
| Bachelorarbeit mit Kolloquium | 15 | |||
| Total | Pflichtmodule, Wahlpflichtmodule, Praxismodul und Bachelorarbeit mit Kolloquium | 210 ECTS | ||
Career outcomes
- If you want a career developing vehicles from concept to production, this Bachelor in Fahrzeugtechnik trains you to work in engineering teams that design vehicle components and functions for real products.
- You build job-relevant knowledge across the core areas of Gesamtfahrzeug, Antrieb, Fahrwerk, and control technology, so you can step into development and engineering roles at manufacturers, suppliers, and engineering service providers.
- By specialising through Wahlpflichtmodulen in one of three focus areas (body development, drive and suspension, or commercial and special vehicles), you graduate with a clearer profile aligned to how companies structure their vehicle projects.
- Your 22-week industry internship gives you practical engineering exposure before graduation, helping you develop company-ready skills and build professional contacts during your study.
- The programme is designed to be nationally and internationally recognised, supporting you if you aim to work across borders in the mobility and vehicle technology sector.
- You will develop strong teamwork and problem-solving capabilities through technical projects and applied learning, which supports your progression from junior engineering to more responsible roles over time.
Employability rate
Vehicle engineering graduates in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 86% and an unemployment rate of about 14%, reflecting consistent demand for technically trained talent in automotive and mobility-related industries.
Together, these figures point to a steadier career outlook with reliable opportunities in engineering and development roles for qualified graduates.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Foreign school-leaving qualification equivalent to German university entrance | International applicants must hold a higher education entrance qualification that is equivalent to German university entrance requirements. If your qualification was obtained outside Germany, you must submit it as part of your application for assessment as part of the international admissions process. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Maschinenbau | Direct match | This programme is in vehicle engineering and is best aligned with engineering and technical prior studies relevant to vehicle technology. |
Language requirements
International applicants to this Bachelor’s programme must provide proof of German language skills with their application (for applicants who did not obtain their higher education entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution).
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Semester fee | EUR 397 / per semester | HAW Hamburg semester contribution (including semester ticket/Germany-wide rail pass) is published for degree courses at HAW Hamburg. |
Proof of financial resources
For visa and residence purposes, you typically need to show proof of sufficient funds for living costs and study-related expenses in Germany. Use official guidance from the German immigration/visa authority in addition to any university guidance.
- Proof of sufficient funds for living expenses for studying in Germany (commonly required for the student visa process).
- Bank or financial documentation required by the German visa authority, based on your personal situation.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | June 01, 2026 | December 01, 2025 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | July 15, 2026 | January 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 | April 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake | April - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Apply within the published application period
Submit your application online during the published bachelor application window. For the Bachelor Fahrzeugtechnik programme, the general bachelor application periods are 1 June to 15 July for the winter semester and 1 December to 15 January for the summer semester. If the programme is listed as having extended deadlines while places are available, follow the programme-specific note on the official programme page. Make sure you prepare all required documents early so they can be uploaded within the deadline.
Prepare your academic and language documents for international applicants
As an international applicant educated outside Germany, submit your higher education entrance qualification documents for assessment. Provide proof of German language skills with your application, as required for admission to the degree programme. Keep your documents ready in the format requested in the application portal and ensure they are complete before submission. If any additional approvals or documents are requested later, respond within the timeframe given by the university.
Submit the online application and upload documents
Create your application account in the university’s official bachelor application process and complete all required fields in the online portal. Upload the supporting documents within the application deadline so your application can be considered. Double-check that your passport and academic documents are attached and that the language certificate is included for international admission. After submission, monitor your application status through the official university application account.