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MSc Additive Manufacturing at Paderborn University

Paderborn University, Germany

Programme overview

Master's programme on modern 3D-printing technologies and their industrial applications. It covers additive processes for both metals and plastics, with skills in materials science, design and process optimisation and a focus on innovative, sustainable solutions. Taught in English.

Faculty: Electrical and mechanical engineering  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Summer and winter semesters  |  Location: Paderborn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Four semesters (120 ECTS) with an individually adaptable study plan that can include practical phases or a stay abroad; practical projects feature in the programme.

Career pathways

Typical fields are research, development, design, calculation, testing, project planning, production planning and control, plant management and engineering services in additive manufacturing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Paderborn University or a comparable degree elsewhere, with an overall grade of at least 2.5 (or the foreign equivalent). Proof of 6 weeks of practical work experience (not required for Paderborn Mechanical Engineering graduates). English at level B2 (CEFR). Admission-free: no numerus clausus, so all applicants meeting the enrolment requirements are admitted.

Intake: Summer and winter semesters

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-paderborn.de/zv/3-3/formalitaeten

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