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The Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences Wedel is aimed at graduates of technical or business-related bachelor’s degree programmes who wish to expand their skills interdisciplinarily. It particularly addresses those who want to actively shape the interface between technology, digitalisation and management. The degree course is suitable for anyone aspiring to leadership positions in an industrial environment, in technology-oriented companies or in innovation management and who is seeking a practice-oriented, advanced qualification. A semester abroad as well as practical project work are especially appealing to future managers and those interested in an international field of activity.
With which degree can you apply?
The requirement for admission to the Master’s programme is a completed first university degree (bachelor’s or at least equivalent qualification) in the field of industrial engineering, engineering sciences, economics, natural sciences or computer science with at least 210 ECTS credits. If your bachelor’s degree is 180 ECTS, you must complete additional, individually determined supplementary credits before enrolment. The course is generally open access, but a selection procedure may take place. German language skills are required as the language of instruction is German.
You should have a strong interest in economic-technical contexts, analytical thinking skills and an eagerness for academic work. Candidates are expected to be communicative personalities with self-initiative, interest in practical projects and openness to interdisciplinary issues. Teamwork is important as many tasks are handled in small groups. Knowledge of English is an advantage, especially for stays abroad and the use of international literature. Practical experience in business or technology is helpful but not a mandatory requirement.
Which topics does the Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering at FH Wedel cover?
In the Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering at the Fachhochschule Wedel, you deepen your knowledge at the interface of engineering, computer science and business. The aim is to analyse business processes holistically, design them and solve complex problems from an interdisciplinary perspective. You can set individual specialisations to specifically tailor your professional profile. The following areas of specialisation are available:
- IT Management: Analysis, planning and control of integrated IT systems, IT governance, change management, IT security, discrete simulation, big data.
- Energy & Environmental Technology: Energy economics, energy storage and transport, environmental technologies, material cycles, legal frameworks.
- Optics & Sensors (details see module handbook): Focus on sensor technology, optical methods and applications in modern production processes.
- Marketing & Media Management: Digital marketing strategies, media usage behaviour, market research, empirical analyses, academic work on current marketing topics.
- Finance & Services: International financial markets, digitalisation in the service sector, business start-up simulations, leadership and service strategies.
In addition to the chosen specialisations, compulsory modules are offered covering topics such as modern production processes, chemistry, materials science and physics. You will also engage with automation, ERP systems, business intelligence and international markets. Furthermore, you will acquire soft skills in strategic management, negotiation as well as presentation and communication competencies. Already during your studies, you will independently carry out scientific projects and prepare for the Master’s thesis with analytical and conceptual methodology.
How is the programme structured and organised?
The Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering at FH Wedel is designed for a duration of three semesters (with a preceding Bachelor’s degree of 210 ECTS) in full-time mode. You also have the option to complete the programme part-time or in the practice-integrated Master+ model. In the framework of Master+, you are employed by a company in parallel to your studies and receive a salary while your practical partner covers the tuition fees.
The programme is application-oriented: seminars and exercises deepen theoretical knowledge, project-based work and close cooperation with companies promote practical relevance. An individually plannable semester abroad is an integral part of the course. The lectures are conducted in German, and you benefit from small working groups and close contact with lecturers.
The final phase is the Master’s thesis, often completed in collaboration with an external company, in which you independently address a complex scientific question. After successful completion, you are awarded the degree Master of Science (M.Sc.).
What career paths are available to you after graduation?
Graduates of the Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering at FH Wedel have a broadly based skills profile and are highly sought after in the job market. Typical fields of employment include:
- Management and project leadership positions in industry, trade, services or production
- Management tasks in areas such as logistics, marketing, sales, controlling or operations
- Specialisation in fields such as environmental management, resource management or health management
- Consulting roles in technical, business administration or IT-related issues
- Founding your own start-up with support from the university
- Academic career and doctorate, possibly in cooperation with partner universities
Thanks to solid practical orientation and close networking with companies, many graduates succeed in entering the workforce even before completing their studies.
Where does the programme take place and how is campus life organised?
The programme takes place on the modern, approximately 20,000 square metre campus of the Fachhochschule Wedel in Wedel, Schleswig-Holstein near Hamburg. The university offers you first-class facilities including laboratories, workshops and computer centres. The campus layout enables short distances, personalised support and an open, cooperative atmosphere between students, lecturers and staff. International contacts and exchange programmes are well established and enrich the study environment.
FH Wedel maintains close cooperation with regional and international corporate partners, allowing you to establish professional contacts and gain practical experience – for example through internships, project work, semesters abroad or the Master’s thesis.
What tuition fees and financing options should you expect?
For the full-time Master’s programme in Industrial Engineering at FH Wedel, tuition fees amount to €2,730 per semester. From the second semester onwards, payment of tuition fees is alternatively possible in monthly instalments of €455 each. Overall, the costs for three standard study semesters amount to €8,190 (plus semester fee for the semester ticket).
Financing options include:
- Studying under the Master+ model with tuition fees covered and salary paid by a cooperating company
- Bafög (under certain conditions), educational or KfW student loans
- Support through scholarship programmes and sponsorship associations
- Instalment payment via the university from the second semester onwards
This way, depending on your personal situation, you have the possibility to finance your studies flexibly and according to your needs.
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