Bachelor Maschinenbau (B.Eng.)
About this program
What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.
So that you can powerfully advance our industry.
How do you build robots and tell them what to do? How do you develop products that are both innovative and competitive? And what role do we ourselves actually play at the interface between humans and machines?
Learn how to apply knowledge from the natural sciences and engineering for successful work in development, production, and product management. In our distance learning program in mechanical engineering, we'll explore the new worlds of technology together – for example, in the digitized Industry 4.0!
Study profile
Mechanical and plant engineering is one of the largest industrial sectors in Germany and is considered a key industry. Mechanical engineers enjoy an excellent reputation and are in high demand as skilled workers in the job market.
With the Bachelor's distance learning program in Mechanical Engineering at HFH, you will acquire engineering and scientific knowledge that prepares you for diverse tasks in production, product management, research and development.
During your bachelor's studies, you will acquire solid basic knowledge in various technical subjects and deal with highly topical issues such as digitalization and Industry 4.0 .
In your chosen specialization , you select from the following subject areas: Design and Development , Production Engineering/Economics , Robotics , Smart Products & Services , or Human-Machine Interaction . More specialized topics such as 3D printing are also covered. The HFH's broad range of disciplines fosters an interdisciplinary approach .
Program overview
Key facts about what you will study and how the program is delivered.
Program length
6 7 8 9 Semester
How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.
Language requirement
English
This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.
Eligibility & requirements
Check whether your academic background matches what the university expects.
Entrance / admission test
Required
You may need to sit a university entrance exam or standardized admission test in addition to your academic documents.
Admission intakes & deadlines
Application dates and milestones for each intake period. Deadlines may vary by applicant category.
October 2026 Intake
Classes start October 2026
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Semesterstart / Classes Start Distance Learning
Official start date of the October semester for distance learning students. Online application remains open continuously leading up to and slightly past the start date
About the university
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