1: Foundation phase (1st and 2nd semester)

In the first two semesters you develop a solid foundation of scientific and technical knowledge and skills in the fields of computer science, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. In detail, you deal with software development, machine learning, sensor and automation technology. Moreover, you learn how to operate robots, how they perceive their environment, and what algorithms they use to make intelligent decisions. Theoretical knowledge is developed in lectures and exercise courses which are complemented by practical lab courses, in which you can directly apply your knowledge.

2: Main studies (3rd to 4th semester)

From the 3rd semester, you deepen your knowledge in the core areas of robotics. You are concerned with collaborative robotics, operation technology, and artificial intelligence. Moreover, you develop practical skills in the fields of simulation and robot systems programming. In addition to subject-specific modules, the focus is also placed on soft skills like project management and interdisciplinary cooperation. Lab courses and practice projects specifically prepare you for the subsequent internship semester.

3: Internship semester (5th semester)

The internship semester scheduled for the 5th semester is an integral part of the curriculum. During the internship you can directly apply your knowledge and skills in a company and also gain valuable insights into applied robotics. The close cooperation with industry enables you to start creating a network early on and to work on real-life robotics projects in fields like automotive, medical technology, or research on autonomous systems.

4: Specialisation (6th semester)

In the 6th semester, you choose one of our three specialisations according to your interests. Industrial robotics is concerned with automation technology and programming of industrial robots to be used in production processes. Mobile robotics teaches you how to develop navigation systems, how to use drone technologies, and how to engineer autonomous vehicles. Humanoid and service robotics on the other hand focuses on human-machine interaction, social robots, and bionic systems. These specialisations are complemented by interdisciplinary projects, in which you develop practice-related solutions to complex issues of robotics.

5: Final semester (7th semester)

You complete your studies by writing your bachelor's thesis, usually in cooperation with a company. You apply your knowledge to a specific issue from the field of robotics and develop innovative solutions. Upon successful graduation, you are optimally prepared for a career in one of the most dynamic technological fields of tomorrow.

The degree programme Robotics offers you the opportunity to specialise in a trendsetting field. According to your interest, you may focus on industrial robotics, mobile robotics, or humanoid and service robotics. That way you will deepen your knowledge in the fields of automation, autonomous systems, or human-machine interaction, and thus optimally prepare for your later career.

Specialisations

• Industrial robotics (automation, programming of industrial robots)
• Mobile robotics (navigation systems, drone technology, autonomous vehicles)
• Humanoid and service robotics (human-machine interaction, social robots)

Students can also choose from our general elective modules (AWPM). These enable you to specialise further.

• 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

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.

• 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

• 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

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.

Non-EU applicants who do not hold a German university entrance qualification (HZB) are required to submit a TestAS or SAT certificate upon enrolment at the latest. With the test for academic studies TestAS, a minimum value of at least 100 must be achieved for both the "core module" and the subject module "engineering". Alternatively, you may submit a scholastic assessment test SAT of at least 1,050 points. This requirement does not apply to those who successfully completed a preparatory course at a partner university of THWS, or who completed training at a public Studienkolleg (German preparatory college) or at one of THWS' partner preparatory colleges. Neither does this requirement apply to applications for a higher semester.

• You are passionate about modern technologies and their application in robotics
• You show a strong interest in programming languages and software development
• You are able to think analytically and find creative solutions for different issues
• You are willing to cooperate with others in group projects