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BSc Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg

Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Germany

Programme overview

The course conveys fundamental, application-based specialist knowledge of electrical engineering and information technology. After studying the basics of engineering, specialist knowledge is consolidated. In the process, the courses focus on the requirements of modern industry and enable students to work independently and creatively in accordance with scientific methods.

Faculty: Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology  |  Duration: 6 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; German- and English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Magdeburg, Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany

What you will study

This course is divided into mandatory modules and mandatory elective modules. In addition, participation in a research project and project seminar and production of a Bachelor’s thesis are mandatory.

Career pathways

Today electrical engineers work in every industrial and service sector, in traditional electrical engineering, energy engineering and electronics as well as in automotive engineering, medical technology and in the IT and telecommunications industries. Graduates of this course are able to take up roles in research & development as well as production, sales & marketing, and management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur) For international applicants, a proof of German language proficiency must be provided (DSH level 2, TestDaf 4x4, DSD II, Telc C1 Hochschule or equivalent). No admission restriction (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: Applicants with German secondary school leaving certificate (Abitur) (apply directly to OVGU): 15 September; Applicants with international secondary school leaving certificate (via uni-assist): 15 July.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters

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