Product Development and Systems Design (M.Eng.)
Facts and figures
Degree programme:
Product Development and Systems Design
Degree:
Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
Admission:
No admission restrictions
THWS location:
Schweinfurt, Campus Ignaz Schön
Faculty:
Mechanical Engineering
Duration:
3 semesters standard time to degree
Language:
German
Semester fees:
None (student services fee only (Studierendenwerksbeitrag); approx. EUR 150)
Start of studies:
Summer and Winter Semester
(15 March and 1 October)
Application period:
Contact
Contact person
Prof. Dr. Gregor Mengelkamp
gregor.mengelkamp@thws.de
Academic Advisory Service
studienberatung@thws.de
Degree programme website
Degree programme Product Development and Systems Design
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Product Development and Systems Design (M.Eng.)
Create innovative solutions, drive the technology of tomorrow
You have already completed a Bachelor's of Engineering (for details, please see the current study and examination regulations (SPO)) and want to build more detailed expert knowledge? Then, the master's degree programme Product Development and Systems Design (M.Eng.) at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt is the perfect fit! In this programme, you will learn how to develop complex technical products and systems – from the initial idea to simulation and optimisation all the way to series maturity. In interdisciplinary projects with leading companies, you put your knowledge into practice. Apply your technical know-how and innovation spirit to design the products of tomorrow and realise sustainable systems solutions!
Reasons to study Product Development and Systems Design at THWS
Taking a master's degree programme at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and prepare for demanding tasks in our dynamic world. Our degree programmes combine advanced theoretical knowledge with practice-oriented application and specialised research. We promote interdisciplinary thinking and offer you comprehensive education strengthening your analytical skills and innovative spirit. Thanks to the access to state-of-the-art technologies and the close cooperation with practice partners, you will be optimally prepared for leadership positions and specialist roles.
Advantages of the degree programme:
- Practice-oriented education: close cooperation with industry partners real-world development projects, and practice-oriented courses
- Strong communication and leadership skills: qualify for project management and management tasks in industry
- International and social competences: develop language skills, the ability to work in a team, and intercultural understanding and thus optimally prepare for a career in global companies.
- Access to state-of-the-art technologies: work with high-tech simulation software, CAD applications, and advanced production technology
- Individual specialisation: follow your personal interest and choose between mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or applied polymer engineering
- International education: opportunity to write your master's thesis abroad or in cooperation with international companies
- Holistic problem-solving skills: combination of technical knowledge, analytical methods, and interdisciplinary cooperation for innovative systems solutions
Three good reasons
Combination of technical basics, non-technical knowledge and social and linguistic skills
Project work in cooperation with industry, complemented by state-of-the-art production technologies and digital development tools
Excellent career perspectives: Develop the skills and knowledge to take on complex project management and leadership tasks in global companies
Study contents
In the three-semester master's degree programme Product Development and Systems Design (M.Eng.), you will develop profound engineering knowledge enabling you to design complex technical systems. In the foundation phase, you build theoretical and methodological foundations in the fields of simulation, optimisation, and product life cycle management. The main studies are characterised by practice-oriented projects, elective modules, and interdisciplinary cooperation. The modules are offered as lectures, practical courses, and practical courses in state-of-the-art labs. A cooperation project with the industry and the master's thesis in the 3rd semester complete your studies.
Programme structure
1: Main studies (1st and 2nd semester)
In the first two semesters, you build profound engineering fundamentals in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, and applied polymer engineering. Students learn how to apply advanced simulation and optimisation methods, how to develop complex technical systems, and how to include economic and legal aspects in the product development process. You also deepen your knowledge and skills in application-oriented modules like CAE-applications, new materials, and mechatronic systems. Practice-oriented labs, field trips, and talks by experts render our programme particularly close to practice.
2: Cooperation project (1st and 2nd semester, accompanying your studies)
During their studies, students apply their knowledge in a cooperation project with companies or research institutions. They work on real development tasks, apply scientific methods, and hone their project management and leadership skills. Working in interdisciplinary teams specifically prepares them for complex engineering tasks in industry.
3: Final phase (3rd semester)
The degree programme concludes with the master's thesis, in which students work independently on a current research or development issue - often in cooperation with companies. The aim is to develop innovative product and system solutions focussing on sustainability, efficiency, and technological progress. Scientific methods and practical applications are combined to develop forward-looking solutions.
Specialisations
The master's programme Product Development and Systems Design offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and specialise in future-oriented technologies. Depending on your interests, you will choose a specialisation in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, applied polymer engineering and build in-depth knowledge in the development of innovative products and systems. This will optimally prepare you for challenging tasks in research, development and industry.
You can choose from these specialisations:
- Mechanical Engineering Develop mechanical systems and parts
- Mechatronics (German): Combine mechanical, electronic, and information technology systems
- Plastics and Rubber Engineering: Materials science and sustainable materials processing
What makes studies at THWS so practice-oriented?
- Exercise courses and practice projects
- Getting to know and applying new technologies
- Professors with a solid background in industry and economy
- Cooperation with companies and industry partners, regionally and internationally
- Opportunity of writing your final thesis in cooperation with a company
Career and perspectives
Specialists in product development and systems design shape the technology of tomorrow. They design innovative products, optimise industrial processes, and develop sustainable solutions for a wide range of applications - from mechanical engineering and mechatronics to plastics technology. Their expertise is crucial for technological progress and the competitiveness of companies. By combining creativity, engineering science, and state-of-the-art simulation technology, they make an important contribution to the development of resource-effective and efficient products that have a lasting impact on our everyday lives and on industry.
Professional fields:
- Research and development
- Product development and systems engineering
- Project management and technical sales and distribution
- Simulation and optimisation of technical processes
- Innovation and sustainability management
- Production and manufacturing engineering
- Quality and process management
- Consulting and technology transfer
- Training and teaching
Is Product Development and Systems Design the right degree programme for you?
The master’s programme Product Development and Systems Design is ideal for you if are looking to solve complex technical challenges and create innovative products. It is aimed at graduates of engineering degree programmes wishing to deepen their knowledge in the fields of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or applied polymer engineering. Analytical thinking, technical understanding, and a structured approach to work are particularly important. If you enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams and are interested in development, simulation, and production, this degree programme is the perfect entry into industry or research.
Admission requirements
In order to study Product Development and Systems Design, you must hold a relevant bachelor's degree or a comparable degree. For details, please see the current version of the study and examination regulations (SPO) on the faculty's website (only in German).
Please also consider the language requirements for admission.
Interests and abilities
- Interest in technical products and systems: You are curious about developing and optimising technical solutions
- Interest in team and project work, also in cooperation with industry: You enjoy working in a team and using practical applications
- Analytical abilities: You are able to analyse and efficiently optimise complex systems
- Creative problem-solving skills: You enjoy developing innovative solutions for technical issues
- Enthusiasm for project management: You can plan, organise, and implement development projects
- Interdisciplinary thinking: You are able to integrate knowledge from different disciplines
Application
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.
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