Bachelor's degree programme Hydrogen and Process Engineering (B.Eng.)
Facts and figures
Degree programme:
Hydrogen and Process Engineering
Degree:
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Admission:
No admission restrictions
THWS location:
Schweinfurt, Campus Ignaz Schön
Faculty:
Mechanical Engineering
Duration:
7 semesters standard time to degree
Study mode:
Full-time degree programme
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. Stephanie Renner
stephanie.renner@thws.de
Academic Advisory Service
studienberatung@thws.de
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Bachelor's degree programme Hydrogen and Process Engineering (B.Eng.)
Drive the transition towards renewable energies through hydrogen
Would you like to shape the energy supply of tomorrow and focus on renewable energies in doing so? Then, the bachelor's degree programme Hydrogen and Process Engineering at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) is a perfect fit. Develop, produce, and operate hydrogen plants to reduce CO₂ emissions and work on innovative solutions for sustainable energy supply. In this practice-oriented degree programme, you will learn the fundamentals of process and plant engineering. You will then directly apply your knowledge in labs, projects, and companies. Tap your potential and develop sustainable hydrogen technologies for the energy supply of tomorrow!
Reasons to study Hydrogen and Process Engineering at THWS
Advantages of the degree programme:
- Varied technical education – from process engineering to safe plant engineering
- Practice-oriented degree programme with experimental lab work, projects, and an internship semester
- Close cooperation with companies for a smooth career start
- Individual support through excellent supervisor-student ratio and small groups
- Room for international experience – option of spending the internship semester or a semester abroad
- Bright career perspectives in a fast-growing field of renewable energies
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
Strong practice-orientation through laboratory projects, the internship semester, and the final thesis completed in cooperation with a company
Development of interdisciplinary skills in chemistry, physics, process engineering, and mechanical engineering
Excellent career prospects in future-oriented sectors such as the energy industry, plant engineering, and sustainable resource management
Study contents
The seven-semester degree programme combines scientific, technical, and methodological fundamentals with specialist knowledge of hydrogen and process engineering. In addition to theory, there is a strong focus on practical application - be it in laboratories, projects, or directly in companies. The internship is scheduled for the 6th semester. You complete the internship in a company to gain valuable practical experience.
Programme structure
Foundation phase (1st and 2nd semester)
In the first two semesters, you lay the foundation of your engineering knowledge. You will be concerned with mathematical, physical, and chemical basics, which are essential for understanding Hydrogen and Process Engineering. These subjects are supplemented by engineering modules such as technical mechanics, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics. In addition to lectures and exercise courses, the syllabus also includes lab practicals in which you can gain first experimental experience and put technical concepts into practice. That way, you develop an understanding for the challenges of energy and process technology already at an early stage of your studies.
Main studies (3rd to 5th semester)
From the 3rd semester, you specialise in process engineering, hydrogen production, hydrogen storage and distribution, as well as plant engineering and safety. You learn how to safely produce, transport, and use hydrogen. You put this knowledge into practice in labs and projects. You will also develop interdisciplinary skills, for example in systematic system design or technical simulation. The 5th semester may also be spent abroad.
Internship semester (6th semester)
The internship is scheduled for the 6th semester. You complete the internship in a company, either in research, manufacturing, or plant operation. You may also opt to spend this semester at a higher education institution abroad to deepen your intercultural and language skills. The internship offers you valuable insights into the professional world and puts you in direct contact with potential employers.
Final semester (7th semester)
In the last semester, you independently put your knowledge to work in an application project. In the course of this project, you work on an engineering issue, often in cooperation with a company. Finally, you conclude your studies with the bachelor's thesis. It enables you to scrutinise a specific topic of hydrogen and process engineering. The thesis also serves as an important reference for your job entry or a consecutive master's degree programme.
Specialisations
During your studies, you will specialise in specific areas of hydrogen and process engineering. Our core elective modules (FWPM) allow you to tailor the programme to your individual interests.
The focus areas of the degree programme include:
- Chemical reaction technology
- Simulation methods (Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), process simulation)
- Hydrogen Production
- Fuel cell technology
- Hydrogen storage, transport, and distribution
- Thermal process technology
- Safe plant operation
Students can also choose from our general elective modules (AWPM). These enable you to specialise further.
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
Hydrogen technology has become a key technology in the transition towards renewable energy. Hydrogen engineers design, optimise, and operate plants that generate, store, and use hydrogen. You will make an important contribution to the decarbonisation of industry, sustainable mobility, and the stability of renewable energy systems. Your efforts will add to replacing fossil fuels and creating innovative solutions for climate-friendly energy supply.
The diverse professional fields include:
- Mechanical engineering
- Container and apparatus engineering
- Electro-chemical devices
- Vehicle technology
- Energy economy
- Chemical and pharmaceutical industry
- Food industry
- Industrial plants
- Mobility systems
- Engineering firms
- Infrastructure
- Authorities and organisations
- Development aid
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 Hydrogen and Process Engineering the right programme for you?
Are you interested in renewable energy, sustainable technology, and innovative processes? Do you have good technical understanding, analytical thinking, and are keen to drive the transition towards renewable energy? Then, the degree programme Hydrogen and Process Engineering will lay the perfect basis for your career.
The degree programme is aimed at anyone looking to combine engineering know-how and sustainable solutions. A strong interest in natural sciences, technology, and processes is as essential as the ability to work in an interdisciplinary way. Mathematical and physical fundamentals play a key role. You also need the ability to understand and develop complex technical systems.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.
Your interests and abilities
- Strong interest in the generation and storage of sustainable energy
- Good understanding of natural scientific fundamentals
- Pronounced problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
- Curiosity about innovative technologies and research
Application
Apply from 1 May to 15 July via our application portal to start your studies in the upcoming summer 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.
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