The program consists of compulsory modules, a specialization that must be selected when applying, with additional compulsory modules within each specialization, elective modules, a compulsory internship, project work, and a master's thesis.

Mandatory modules (for all the specializations):

Two mandatory modules provide deeper knowledge in programming tools and simulation technics for mechanical engineers.

Specializations:

“Industrial Drive Technology”: Drive technology plays a role wherever things move – from machine tools and agricultural machinery to wind power. Drive technology is one of the largest industrial sectors in Germany. The specialization therefore offers the best prerequisites for a successful career in R&D in one of the more than 250 drive technology companies, including many hidden champions, in Germany. You will receive excellent qualifications for simulating complex drive systems and will be able to develop analysis and design methods for new tasks.

"Digital Production Technologies": Providing comprehensive knowledge and skills in the field of digital production technologies, including digital modelling, process simulation, sustainable manufacturing and the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies in the production area such as digital twins to meet industrial needs.

"Advanced Mechanics for Digital Engineering": The program provides comprehensive knowledge in mechanical modelling, numerical methods, and the simulation of digital twins. Students learn to mathematically describe and analyze complex systems through simulations. Additionally, they develop skills in optimization, parameter identification, and programming. These skills qualify graduates for roles in research and development, simulation and modelling, automation, digital product design, and smart manufacturing.

Elective modules:

Further specialization or a look beyond the horizon takes place via elective modules. Here you can choose from a catalogue of modules containing lectures from the computer science department, from the electrical engineering department, from the mechanical engineering department including some of the lectures from the other specializations . The list of modules in the elective area is approved by the Faculty Council each semester.

Internship:

An important part of the program is the 12-week mandatory internship, which must be completed in a manufacturing company. Further information on the internship and the report required for recognition of the internship will be published in the internship regulations in February 2026.

Project work:

The project work is a smaller scientific project with report that serves as preparation for the master's thesis. As with the master's thesis itself, the project work should be carried out at one of the RPTU chairs, possibly also as part of industrial research projects.

Thesis:

The study course concludes with a Master's thesis lasting one semester. Supervision is provided by professors from RPTU. Industrial topics/industrial projects for the Master's thesis are only possible in consultation with the supervising professor.