BSc Mechanical engineering at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)

The mechanical engineering degree program is a broad-based course of study that deals with the design, development, manufacture and operation of machines and plants. It involves the implementation of mechanical, thermal and electronic principles in practical applications. The mechanical engineering degree program provides solid know-how in the areas of mechanics, design, materials science, manufacturing technology and automation.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Erlangen, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The bachelor’s degree program is divided into a foundation and orientation phase of two semesters and a bachelor’s phase of four semesters. „Mathematics for MB 1“, „Statics, elastostatics and strength of materials“ and „Materials science with materials testing practical course“. In the bachelor’s phase, the fundamentals in engineering mechanics are deepened through „Dynamics of Rigid Bodies“ and „Finite Element Methods“.

Career pathways

In addition to the planning, development, design, production and assembly of technical products, the range of tasks of mechanical engineers also includes economic issues such as sales and management tasks. In the course of your studies, you will acquire in-depth knowledge in all these areas, which you can use in your future professional life.

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