Bachelor's degree programme Civil Engineering (B.Eng.)
Facts and figures
Degree programme:
Civil Engineering
Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Admission:
No admission restrictions
Pre-study internship
THWS location:
Würzburg, Campus Röntgenring
Faculty:
Architecture and Civil Engineering
Duration:
7 semesters standard time to degree
Language:
German
Semester fees:
None (student services fee only (Studierendenwerksbeitrag); approx. EUR 150)
Start of studies:
Winter Semester
(1 October)
Application period:
Annually,
1 May
till
15 July
Contact
Contact person
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gerald Steinmann
gerald.steinmann@thws.de
Academic Advisory Service
studienberatung@thws.de
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Degree programme Civil Engineering
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Bachelor's degree programme Civil Engineering (B.Eng.)
Build a sustainable future
Are you looking to shape the cities and infrastructures of tomorrow by applying sustainability and innovative technologies? Then the bachelor's degree programme Civil Engineering at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) is just the right programme for you. Studying at THWS combines sound theoretical knowledge with important practice to best prepare you for a career in an essential and future-oriented field of work. Combine your technological understanding and your problem-solving skills and learn how to shape the living spaces of tomorrow!
Reasons to study Civil Engineering at THWS
Advantages of the degree programme:
- Practice-oriented training through projects, lab work, and an integrated internship semester
- State-of-the-art labs and use of current technologies: As a student at our faculty, you have access to modern labs in which you can apply current technologies and methods of civil engineering in practice
- Wide range of specialisations
- Strong industry cooperations and partnerships with leading construction companies
- Excellent opportunities for networking, internships, and a smooth career start
- Guest lecturers and events throughout the entire academic year
Studying at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt opens up doors to a world of innovations and technical challenges. We connect important theory with the required practice, fundamental research with applied engineering, and regional expertise with global perspective. At THWS, you learn to gain new perspectives and contribute to a more sustainable and technologically advanced future. During your studies you can attain to additional qualifications (e.g. trainer certificate (Ausbilderschein), language courses).
Three good reasons
Focus on sustainability: Learn how to realise environmentally friendly and sustainable construction projects
Innovative technologies: Apply the latest technologies to create efficient and cost-effective structures
Bright career perspectives: Secure excellent career chances thanks to our extensive network of industry partners
Study contents
The seven-semester degree programme is divided into a foundation phase and the subsequent specialist studies. In the foundation phase you will develop fundamental knowledge in technology and science, and design basics. The specialist studies serve to deepen and apply the knowledge developed in the first two semesters. You will develop the theoretical knowledge in lectures and exercises, which is then applied in lab courses in the THWS labs. The programme comprises a mandatory 12-week pre-study internship and an internship semester in the 5th semester of study.
Programme structure
1: Foundation phase (1st and 2nd semester)
In the foundation phase (1st and 2nd semester), you develop the necessary fundamental visualisation and technical-scientific skills. These abilities and knowledge form the basis for the subsequent main studies.
2: Main studies (3rd to 7th semester)
In the main studies from the 3rd semester onwards, you deepen and apply your knowledge in specific areas of civil engineering. The main studies focus on building expert knowledge, gaining practical experience during the internship in the 5th semester, and project work. During this phase, you also develop key skills like project management and development.
3: Internship semester (5th semester)
The internship is scheduled for the 5th semester. The full-time internship can be completed in a civil engineering firm in the region or abroad. Thanks to our close cooperation with the local and national industry and the great number of partner universities abroad, you have a wide variety to choose from.
4: Final semester (7th semester)
The bachelor's programme concludes with a bachelor's thesis, in which you work on a practice-oriented problem and put your knowledge and skills into practice. After completing your studies, you will have in-depth specialist knowledge and the necessary practical experience as well specialisation to start a successful career.
Practice-orientation
Studies at THWS are characterised by a high degree of practice-orientation and the internship semester. Depending on the chosen degree programme, the internship semester is scheduled for the 5th or 6th semester. The internship semester offers you the chance to complete an internship with a company of your choice and gain insights into the professional world. That way you can apply the theoretical and practical knowledge developed during your studies in the work environment you are most interested in.
Why are studies at THWS particularly practice-oriented?
- Exercise courses and practice projects
- Getting to know and applying new technologies
- Internship semester as an integral part of studies
- Professors with extensive experience in the industry and economy
- Cooperation with companies and industry partners, also internationally
- Possibility of completing your final thesis in cooperation with a company
International practice
By the way: You also have the opportunity to complete your internship semester abroad. That way, you do not only develop intercultural competence but also boost your language skills and your career perspectives on the international job market.
Career and perspectives
Civil engineers plan, design, and supervise important building and infrastructure projects, e.g. buildings, bridges, water and sewage systems, traffic systems, energy systems, and other civil infrastructures. They contribute to managing our air, water, and energy resources. Civil engineers also help protect society from natural disasters like earthquakes and storms.
Civil engineers may work with construction companies, engineering firms, or in the public sector. They may also become self-employed.
There are diverse professional opportunities, including
- Building construction (planning and construction of buildings)
- Underground construction (bridges, tunnels, hydraulic structures, and traffic systems)
- Traffic systems
- Water economy and hydraulics
- Environmental technology
- Geotechnics
- Urban construction and space planning
- Energy-efficient construction projects/solutions
- Project management
- Research and teaching
Gaining international experience
THWS places a strong focus on internationality. Our TWIN programmes, i.e. degree programmes identical in content that are offered in German and English, are unique throughout Germany. We thus promote your international and intercultural experiences and optimally prepare you for a globalised job market. THWS strongly supports international student exchange programmes and internships abroad, Our University has over 200 partner universities around the world.
Why are studies at THWS particularly international?
- Studying & internships abroad
- More than 200 partner universities in Europe and around the world
- International projects & field trips abroad
- Visiting lectures together with exchange students & held by guest lecturers
- Support by THWS & financial support
- TWIN programme unique in Germany
5 reasons for going abroad as a student
- Improving language knowledge and intercultural competence
- Getting to know new teaching and studying methods
- Establishing an international network
- Enhancing your independence and flexibility
- Increasing of career perspectives on the global working market
Is Civil Engineering the right degree programme for you?
Our degree programme in Civil Engineering is ideal for individuals with good technical understanding and strong problem-solving skills. It is aimed at those who are interested in construction and are looking for a career that offers both challenging technical tasks and the chance to have a positive impact on both the environment and society. Good communication skills, teamwork, and organisational skills are also important, as is a willingness to engage in lifelong learning to keep pace with the constant evolution of the field.
Admission requirements
Requirement for admission to the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt is a valid general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (fachgebundene Hochschulreife), an advanced technical college certificate (Fachhochschulreife), a general/subject-specific entrance qualification for qualified professionals, or a comparable qualification from abroad (HZB, university entrance qualification).
Please also see the language entrance requirements.
You are required to complete a pre-study internship of 12 weeks. You may also complete this internship by the end of the 2nd semester. You must, however, complete at least six weeks prior to starting your studies on 1 October.
Your interests and abilities
- You are enthusiastic about technical systems and innovative technologies
- You are interested in buildings, streets, bridges, and other infrastructures
- You are passionate about analysing complex problems and developing creative solutions
- You are interested in sustainable construction and environmentally friendly technologies
Application
Apply from 1 May to 15 July via our application portal to start your studies in the upcoming winter semester.
For some degree programmes, the deadline of the application period may be extended. This information will be made known at short notice.
You have already completed study achievements and thus want to apply for a higher semester? Contact our Department of Student Affairs.
Do you have unanswered questions?
You can contact the programme advisor, i.e. a professor of the field of study you are interested in and can ask them your questions.
During the THWS Taster Sessions, you can attend a variety of lectures in the degree programme of your choice and get valuable first impressions of life on campus.
Get informed
Looking for more information? For the most important information on studying at THWS, check out the overview.