Shape Your Own Future, Starting in Siegen
Intelligent systems, autonomous robots, and smart products demand more than mechanical know-how. They also need mechatronics and software expertise. In the digital engineering – mechatronics program, you'll learn how mechanical, electronic, and digital components work together. You'll build systems that sense, think, and act, from sensors to AI.
Your program combines:
- Mechanics, electrical engineering, and control engineering—as the foundation for mechatronic systems,
- Computer Science & AI—including programming, algorithms, machine learning, and software engineering,
- Mathematical skills such as: calculus, linear algebra, discrete mathematics, and numerical methods.
You’ll study in a project-oriented, practical, and interdisciplinary manner—with applications in areas such as robotics, autonomous mobility, or industrial automation.
At the University of Siegen, you can pursue the digital engineering program with a concentration in mechatronics, or with one of the following concentrations:
Quick Facts
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Start of Studies
Winter Semester -
Standard Duration of Study
7 semesters -
Separate Application Required?
No -
Language of Instruction
German, partly English
Preparation for Your Studies
Faculty 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 courses at the NT Faculty.
Career Prospects
With your expertise in mechatronics, software, and AI, a wide range of opportunities awaits you—for example, in:
- the development of autonomous systems and robotics
- networked production processes and embedded systems
- intelligent image processing, sensor technology, and automation.
You’ll be in demand wherever smart technology is being developed—in industry, in R&D departments, or in research. You can also pursue a master’s degree—with a focus that follows your own personal interests.
At least an 8-week introductory internship before the start of studies: to become familiar with materials and their machinability, gain an overview of manufacturing facilities and processes, and experience the social aspects of the work environment. Approval is granted by the Internship Office; the internship must be completed before beginning the bachelor’s program and proof of completion must be provided by the end of the third semester.
During the degree program, a specialized internship of at least 6 weeks: to supplement and deepen the knowledge acquired during the program through work in various company departments and an initial introduction to engineering practice.
Candidates who do not hold a general university entrance qualification such as the German Abitur, but who do possess an entrance qualification for technology colleges such as the Fachhochschule, or who are in the middle of their careers, should review the information provided here.
Why Choose Digital Engineering at the University of Siegen?
- A unique degree program: engineering meets computer science
- Excellent career prospects: demand for engineers with software and AI expertise is high and continues to rise
- A supportive environment with personal guidance and individualized support from faculty members
- Practical focus and personalized specialization through labs, projects, and internships
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