Your future begins in Siegen
Machines are becoming increasingly intelligent - and you are developing them. On the Digital Engineering - Mechanical Engineering degree course, you will combine mechanical engineering knowledge with computer science and artificial intelligence. You will learn how mechanical systems interact with software, sensor technology and data models - from the development of digital twins to the smart control of production processes.
Your degree program offers you:
- a sound engineering education with mechanics, materials engineering, thermodynamics and production engineering
- practical computer science content: Programming, software engineering, machine learning, algorithms & data structures
- Mathematical foundations: higher mathematics, discrete mathematics and numerical methods
You will work at the interfaces between simulation, control engineering, data evaluation and the digitalization of industrial processes. Internships, labs and projects will give you a practical orientation right from the start.
At the University of Siegen, you can study Digital Engineering with a focus on mechanical engineering or with one of the following specializations:
Everything at a glance
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Start of studies
Winter semester -
Standard period of study
7 semesters -
Admission restricted
no -
Language of instruction
German, partly in English
Preparation for your studies
Schools IV offers various preliminary courses to prepare students for their studies. These follow on from the school curriculum and provide optimal preparation for the start of studies. Participation is voluntary, but makes the transition between school and university much easier. The preliminary courses are suitable for all degree programs of the NT Schools.
Career prospects
Whether in Industry 4.0, vehicle construction or production automation - engineers with software and AI expertise are more in demand than ever. You work at the interface between mechanics and computer science and develop, for example
- smart control systems and digital twins,
- AI-supported production processes and diagnostic systems,
- data-based models for simulation, maintenance and optimization.
With your degree, you can go straight into a career or continue with a Master's degree - with the focus that suits your goals.
At least 8 weeks of basic work placement before the start of the course: getting to know materials and their machinability, gaining an overview of production facilities and manufacturing processes and experiencing the social side of the work process. The internship is recognized by the Internship Office, must be completed before starting the Bachelor's degree course and must be proven by the end of the 3rd semester.
At least 6 weeks of specialist internship during your studies: Supplement and deepen the knowledge acquired during your studies by working in various operational areas and an initial introduction to engineering practice.
If you do not have a high school diploma, but have a technical college entrance qualification, or are already in the middle of your professional life, please find out more here.
Good reasons for studying Digital Engineering at the University of Siegen
- Unique degree program: engineering meets computer science
- Excellent career prospects: The demand for engineers with software and AI expertise is high and continues to rise
- Strong environment with personal supervision and individual support from lecturers
- Practical relevance & individual specialization through labs, projects & internships
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