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Deutsch Who is the part-time Bachelor's degree programme in Electrical Engineering suitable for?
The part-time Electrical Engineering degree programme at bbw University of Applied Sciences is aimed at professionals in technical or scientific fields who are seeking a first academic engineering qualification. It is especially targeted at individuals with completed technical training, master craftsmen, state-certified technicians, as well as graduates with a (technical) university entrance qualification who wish to specifically expand their knowledge in electrical engineering. The study model is suitable for anyone who wants to combine their studies flexibly with work and private commitments – even with full-time employment.
What formal admission requirements apply?
To be admitted to the Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, you must meet one of the following requirements:
- General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or university of applied sciences entrance qualification
- A relevant vocational qualification that entitles you to study according to § 11 of the Berlin Higher Education Act (e.g. completed vocational training in a technical field with subsequent work experience and successful aptitude assessment)
- Qualification as master craftsman, state-certified technician, or state-certified business economist
If German is not your native language, you will need a recognised language certificate at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
You should have a technical interest and a strong willingness for independent learning. Important personal requirements are analytical thinking skills, good knowledge of mathematics and physics, as well as perseverance to successfully manage the dual burden of work and study. Teamwork skills, as well as willingness to engage in digital learning formats and active participation in online events, facilitate everyday study life.
Study content in detail
In the part-time Bachelor's degree programme in Electrical Engineering at bbw Hochschule, you acquire a broad engineering knowledge with a direct practical reference. The programme is divided into a basic and a specialised course of study:
- Basic course of study:
- Mathematics for engineers
- Introduction to economics
- Technical drawing and academic work
- Physics
- Materials science and design
- Algorithms, programming and technical computer science
- Fundamentals of electrical engineering
- Project, quality and environmental management
- Signals and systems as well as measurement technology
- Materials for electronics
- Specialised course of study:
- Technical English for the professional context
- Control engineering and electronics
- Circuit and construction technology
- Optics and optoelectronics
- Technology and innovation management
- High-frequency and transmission technology as well as communication networks
- Energy conversion and renewable energies
- Digital electronics and microcomputers
- Electrical machines and mechatronic systems
- Project or study assignments as practical transfer
In addition to their technical expertise, students also develop skills in communication, academic work and project management. The programme concludes with a practice-oriented Bachelor's thesis and awards the degree Bachelor of Engineering.
Course progression
The Electrical Engineering programme is organised as an online-presence course with a high proportion of location-independent digital teaching formats. The presence phases take place according to schedule in Berlin and make up about 25% of the entire degree. These presence times are mainly intended for laboratory exercises, practical applications and examinations.
The teaching sessions are mainly conducted online. Typical formats include:
- Live online lectures (e.g. via WebEx or MS Teams)
- Video tutorials to deepen the content
- Learning materials and assignments on the Moodle learning platform
- Individual online consultation hours with lecturers
- Online exams as well as coursework and project work as proof of achievement
The organisation of the programme is specifically tailored to the requirements of working professionals:
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters (4 years)
- Teaching times: two evenings per week (18:00 – 21:15) and two Saturdays per month (08:30 – 17:30)
With this flexible model, you can very well combine studies, work and private commitments.
Career prospects & employment opportunities
With the Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, you qualify for a variety of tasks and leadership positions in national and international companies. Electrical engineers are in demand in almost all industrial sectors, especially due to the technological change driven by digitalisation and the energy transition.
Typical fields of activity for graduates of this programme are:
- Development, planning and maintenance in energy technology and renewable energies
- Automation and control technology in industrial plants
- Communication technology and telecommunications
- Electrical industry, especially manufacturing and development of new products
- Mechanical and plant engineering
- Automotive and supplier industry
- Medical and microsystems technology
- Aerospace engineering
- Research and development, quality management
- Project management in technical companies
The practice-oriented profile of the programme allows you to enter demanding professional fields directly and offers good promotion prospects. A subsequent Master's degree in engineering is also possible.
Study location
The majority of the studies are organised virtually, so you can learn independently of location. bbw Hochschule has its permanent location in Berlin-Adlershof, an important science and technology hub.
The compulsory presence phases (approx. 25%) take place at bbw Hochschule in Berlin. Here especially internships, laboratory sessions and examinations are held. This also enables working professionals outside Berlin to participate in this study programme, as the presence times are planned well in advance.
Costs and financing
The following fees apply for the part-time Bachelor's programme in Electrical Engineering at bbw Hochschule:
- Monthly rate: 367 € (48 instalments in total)
- Total programme cost: 17,640 €
There are various financing options, for example through education funds, scholarships or support from the employer. Furthermore, you can receive individual advice on study financing if needed.
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