Maschinenbau (Mechanical Engineering)

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Maschinenbau (Mechanical Engineering)

The Bachelor's programme “Maschinenbau” (hereafter: Mechanical Engineering) focuses on providing fundamental engineering, scientific, mathematical, and information technology methods. You acquire a solid foundation in mathematics, mechanics, engineering design, materials science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and manufacturing technology – supported by practical laboratories, exercises, group work, and small projects. The programme is broad, scientifically rigorous, and methodologically sound, with the goal of imparting lasting knowledge. It prepares students both for further Master’s studies and for direct entry into technical and economically related careers.

The programme covers the following subject areas:

Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Systems Science
Engineering Sciences
Engineering Design, Manufacturing Technology, and Management


Degree programme code	UE 033 245 - Bachelor's Programme Mechanical Engineering
Related fields of study	UE 033 282 - Bachelor's Programme Mechanical Engineering - Management UE 033 273 - Bachelor's Programme Chemical and Process Engineering
Duration of the degree programme	6 semesters
Credits	180 ECTS
Language of instruction	German
Degree	Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Recommended semester plan	Mechanical Engineering

Key Facts and Related Fields of Study

Programme-PRe-Phase

There is no selection procedure for the Bachelor's Programme in Mechanical Engineering. Instead, before being admitted, you must engage with the contents of the programme as part of the so-called Study Preparation and Reflection Phase (Programme-PRe-Phase).

Self-Assessment

The self-assessment is a mandatory component of the Programme-PRe-Phase. You may also complete the self-assessment independently of the Programme-PRe-Phase (e.g., beforehand) for the purpose of self-reflection. After completing the self-assessment, you will receive an enrolment code. If you decide to apply for the selected degree programme, you do not need to complete the assessment again; you only need to upload the enrolment code you received within your Programme-PRe-Phase.

Further Information

Which skills are needed for academic success?

The Bachelor's Program in Mechanical Engineering requires an interest in technology and mathematics. Programming or technical drawing skills are not required. In the programme, you will learn everything you need for a career in mechanical engineering. However, good mathematical skills are an advantage: a large part of a mechanical engineer’s work involves describing and analyzing problems. You will not only develop new solutions but also improve existing ones. It is therefore important to be willing to learn a lot and not give up when an attempt to solve a problem fails.

What can I do with my degree?

The career opportunities are diverse and range from working as an engineer in industrial research and development, a research associate at universities or research institutions, an operations engineer in companies, a safety engineer in power plants, a test engineer or designer in the automotive industry, an employee in an engineering firm, a self-employed civil engineer, a head of in-company training in a large enterprise, a teacher at a vocational high school, to becoming an independent entrepreneur. The broad foundational training in mechanical engineering remains relevant for many years and enables graduates to tackle new challenges and develop solutions.

Advanced master's programmes

At TU Wien, you can choose one of the following master's programmes for specialication after completing your Bachelor's Programme in Mechanical Engineering:

Master's Programme Automation and Robotic Systems (German-taught)
Master's Programme Biomedical Engineering (English-taught, interfaculty)
Master's Programme Computational Science and Engineering (English-taught, interfaculty)
Master's Programme Manufacturing and Robotics (English-taught)
Master's Programme Mechanical Engineering (German-taught)
Master's Programme Material Sciences (German-taught, interfaculty)

Admission to the following degree programmes is also possible, but additional exams may be required:

Master’s Programme Building Science and Environment (English-taught, interfaculty)
Master's Programme Electrical Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy Systems (German-taught)
Master's Programme Environmental Engineering (German-taught, interfaculty)
Master's Programme Interdisciplinary Mathematics (English-taught, interuniversity)
Master's Programme Mechanical Engineering - Management (German-taught)
Master's Programme Physical Energy and Measurement Engineering (German-taught)

Admission to a Bachelor's Programme

Information on admission can be found on the page Admission to Bachelor's programmes.

Questions?

Student Union

Student Union Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering

Getreidemarkt 9\ Mechanical Engineering building\ 1060 Vienna

Phone: +43 1 58801 49562\ Email: service@fsmb.at \ Website of the Student Union

Dean's Office of the Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Getreidemarkt 9\ Building BA, 3rd floor\ 1060 Vienna

Phone: +43 1 58801 30001\ Website of the Dean's Office

Dean of Academic Affairs

Univ.Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Dr.mont.

Paul Heinz Mayrhofer

Vice Dean of Academic Affairs

Associate Prof. Dipl.-Ing.in Dr.in techn.

Melanie Todt