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Master in Mechanical Engineering for Industrial Systems

A four-semester Master's programme focused on industrial drive technology, advanced mechanics, and digital production technologies.

Best for:Best for mechanical engineering Bachelor's graduates seeking careers in industrial R&D, simulation, and digital manufacturing.

RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau · Kaiserslautern, Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Register by 30 April 2027
Funding
Unfunded
4 semesters
Start date
Winter semester
Full-time
Location
Kaiserslautern
Germany

Overview

The Mechanical Engineering for Industrial Systems (MEfIS) is a four-semester Master's degree programme offered by RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau. Designed for Bachelor's graduates in mechanical engineering, the curriculum provides specialized knowledge in industrial drive technology, advanced mechanics for digital engineering, and digital production technologies. Students complete 120 ECTS credit points, incorporating mandatory subjects, elective modules, a three-month industrial internship, and a final Master's thesis. The programme prepares graduates for research, development, and engineering roles in major industrial sectors and small and medium-sized enterprises.

Mechanical EngineeringMaster ProgrammeIndustrial SystemsDigital EngineeringManufacturing Technologies

What you'll do

  • Complete 120 ECTS credit points across four semesters of coursework, projects, and a thesis
  • Choose and complete a specialization in Industrial Drive Technology, Advanced Mechanics for Digital Engineering, or Digital Production Technologies
  • Participate in mandatory subjects and compulsory elective modules from the designated catalogues
  • Conduct a three-month industrial internship with partnering companies or research institutions
  • Execute a research project at a local institute and complete a Master's thesis in the fourth semester

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field

Degree offered: Master of Science

Language: English; C1 level required via TOEFL iBT (95) or IELTS Academic (7.0)

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Sufficient academic background in higher mathematics, mechanics, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics
  • Proficiency in measurement and control technology, material science, and machine elements
  • Demonstrated programming skills and foundational engineering design knowledge
  • Specialization-specific knowledge such as CAD, digital modelling, or finite element methods
  • Meeting the cumulative grade point average threshold equivalent to a German grade of 2.0 or better
Nice to have
Prior exposure to finite element method or continuum mechanicsFamiliarity with manufacturing technologies or industrial simulation tools
Eligibility
  • Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply during the open application period

Funding & terms

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How to apply

Deadline: 2026-04-30

Applicants must submit their application documents through the designated university application portal before the stated deadline. Ensure all academic transcripts and English language proficiency certificates are prepared for verification.

Documents required
  • CV
  • BSc degree certificate and transcripts
  • English language proficiency certificate
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Mechanical and Process Engineering
RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau
Germany
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