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Study Renewable Energy (M.Eng.)

Information for prospective students of Renewable Energy (M.Eng.)

Climate targets can only be achieved through a sustainable energy supply – and renewable energies play a key role in this process. Would you like to help shape the energy supply of the future? Then our Master's program Renewable Energy (M.Eng.) could be the right one for you: This degree program will provide you with the knowledge and skills that will enable you to take on innovative tasks in the industry, the public sector and in research.

You can choose between a 3- and a 4-semester study program: If you have completed a bachelor's degree in electrical power engineering, you can choose the three-semester option; if you have completed a bachelor's degree in another electrical engineering field; you can choose the four-semester option.

Why choose this Master's program?

  • Two innovative fields of study: "Renewable Power Engineering" and "Sustainable Engineering"
  • Applied learning with full-time faculty members
  • Small class sizes – personalized learning
  • Exciting opportunities for industrial projects and research
  • Vibrant campus in the heart of Frankfurt

Challenges and potential of renewable energies

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Frankfurt UAS does not charge tuition fees. Domestic as well as international students pay a semester contribution which covers, for example, the price for the semester ticket for unlimited use of public transport in Frankfurt and Hesse, social contributions to the students union et cetera. The semester contribution is currently around 360 Euros.

Summary

Program

Renewable Energy

Master of Engineering (M. Eng.)

Terms

3 or 4 semesters, full-time

ECTS-Credit Points

90 or 120

Program start

Summer and winter semester

Application deadlines

applicants with German credentials: Sept 1 for the winter semester/Mar 1 for the summer semester

 

applicants with international credentials: Apr 15 for the winter semester/Oct 15 for the summer semester

Languages

English

Tuition fees

none

This degree course was accredited until September 30, 2029 by the German Accreditation Council.

About your Studies

The program comprises two fields of study: In "Sustainable Engineering", you will deal with sustainability topics – for example, electromobility and energy-efficient drives, industrial usability of biomass or environmental compatibility of economic projects. The study field "Renewable Power Engineering" provides you with comprehensive knowledge on topics such as the integration of decentralized power generation into intelligent power grids or the modern power control of photovoltaic and wind power plants.

This study program is complemented by two extensive project modules. Here, you will work on innovative energy technology issues with industrial relevance in a team with fellow students.

You're uncertain whether this master's program is right for you? Our program director Prof. Dr. Hartmut Hinz will be happy to advise you – by phone, e-mail or Zoom. Simply arrange a personal meeting via e-mail.

At Frankfurt UAS, you will study in the heart of Frankfurt's lively Nordend district: Our compact, open campus on Nibelungenallee is surrounded by restaurants and cafés, stores and parks. You can reach us in just a few minutes by streetcar or by bus from the city center. The campus itself offers you plenty of space to meet and exchange ideas – and is a good starting point for experiencing the Main metropolis Frankfurt.

Over 15,000 students from more than 100 nations study at our university. We offer a broad range of sports and language courses, cultural events as well as advice and support. Our university is a place of diversity. Come and take a look!

A wide range of career fields in engineering and project management are open to you. The fields of activity include, for example, renewable energies, smart grids, energy storage, energy-efficient drives, electromobility, the energy industry and emissions reduction. The degree also qualifies you for scientific work and enables you to pursue a doctorate.

Admission and Enrollment

3-semester study program
  • A first professional university degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Engineering or a comparable field with an overall grade of "good (2.5)" and 210 credit points
  • Proof (certificates no older than 3 years) of English language skills through
    • a certificate of level B2 (e.g. TOEFL, IELS, Cambridge Certificate, DAAD) OR
    • a Bachelor's degree from an English-speaking country OR
    • at least 25 ECTS points from English language modules
  • CV
  • Foreign university entrance qualifications are checked via www.uni-assist.de
4-semester study program
  • A first professional university degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable field with an overall grade of "good (2.5)" and 180 credit points
  • Proof (certificates no older than 3 years) of English language skills through
    • a certificate of level B2 (e.g. TOEFL, IELS, Cambridge Certificate, DAAD) OR
    • a Bachelor's degree from an English-speaking country OR
    • at least 25 ECTS points from English language modules
  • CV
  • Foreign university entrance qualifications are checked via www.uni-assist.de
Students with a German university entrance qualification
  • Application deadline for the winter semester (4-semester program): September 1
  • Application deadline for the summer semester (3-semester program): March 1
  • Application via our Student Support and Services department (StuPort)
Students with an international university entrance qualification
  • Application deadline for the winter semester (4-semester program): April 15
  • Application deadline for the summer semester (3-semester program): October 15
  • Application via the platform uni-assist (applications are usually possible from January for the winter semester and from September for the summer semester)

Further Information for international students:

International Office (IO)

Counseling

Rieke JürgensenProjektkoordination Hessen-Technikum
Building BCN, Room 810

Admission & enrolment with German degrees

Admission with international degrees

Head of degree course

Prof. Dr.-Ing.
Hartmut Hinz
Head of degree course Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (B.Eng.) ("Energy Technology - Renewable Energy" and dual study program) as well as Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energies (B. Eng.)
Building BCN (City Gate), Room 326

Additional information concerning Frankfurt UAS

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last updated on: 05.15.2024