INTERNATIONAL MASTER S DEGREE PROGRAMS

INTERNATIONAL MASTER S DEGREE PROGRAMS Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Industrial Engineering Programs for Young Professionals by RWTH International Academy Helen Bassett Study Course Coordinator H.Bassett@academy.rwrth-aachen.de Engineering & Natural Sciences masters@academy.rwth-aachen.de

Agenda Living in Germany Studying in Aachen Why choose Germany? Why choose Aachen? RWTH Aachen University Facts and Figures Research at RWTH Aachen University International Master s Degree Programs in Engineering Master Degrees in Mechanical Engineering Master Degrees in Management and Engineering Application Requirements Scholarships and Funding Master s Prep Courses Summer and Winter Schools Contact Us 2

Living in Germany Studying in Aachen Why choose Germany? Most popular destination for Turkish students Land of innovation and creativity Beautiful landscapes and exciting cities Affordable living expenses Safe country Cultural diversity German university degrees are highly respected by employers worldwide Why choose Aachen? Vibrant student city in the heart of Europe Three-Country Point (Germany, Netherlands, Belgium) Member of the ABC Science Region 260,000 inhabitants ~ 63,000 students in the city of Aachen; 19% international at RWTH One of the most important region for students interested in science and technology Rich in cultural history, keen on Thinking the Future 3

RWTH Aachen University Facts and Figures Welcome to RWTH Aachen University Rheinisch-Westfälisch Technische Hochschule Aachen Technical university with focus on engineering and natural sciences German University of Excellence Established in 1870 9 Faculties 260 Institutes and 15 Affiliated Institutes 2 Clusters of Excellence 1 Graduate School Reputation Outstanding perspectives for RWTH graduates in high-level positions in academia and industry: secured 44th place in the QS world ranking for Graduate Employability in 2017 Close relations to industry Highly (inter)nationally ranked and well reputated: e.g. No 1 in Germany and No 20 Worldwide for Mechanical Engineering by QS World Ranking 2016 4

RWTH Aachen University Facts and Figures People at RWTH 44.517 Students 19% International 540 Professorships 8151 Academic and Admininistrative Staff 128 Nationalities on Campus 8% 6% 43% 43% America Africa Europe Asia/Australia 5

Research at RWTH Aachen University Join our pionieering research teams! RWTH is allotted the most third-party research funds in engineering in Germany ( 325 Mio in 2016) Strong link to industry 63 research institutes, 2 Frauenhofer Institutes, 1 Leibniz Institute and many start up companies located on RWTH s Campus Melaten Some initiative and on-going projects at RWTH Aachen Universities are: e.go (electric automobile) Industry 4.0 Future Mobility Lab Human-Machine-Interaction Intelligent Automation WZL, RWTH Aachen e.go Mobile AG e.go Mobile AG 6

International Master s Degree Programs in Engineering Master of Science Mechanical Engineering Degrees Master of Science Management and Engineering Degrees Joint programs in cooperation with Maastricht School of Management Computer Aided Engineering Mechanical Engineering Production Systems Engineering Electrical Engineering Textile Engineering Civil Engineering Robotic Systems Engineering 8

Master s Degree Programs in Mechanical Engineering M.Sc. Computer Aided Conception and Production in Mechanical Engineering (CAME) M.Sc. Production Systems Engineering (PSE) M.Sc. Textile Engineering (English & German) * (Textile) M.Sc. Robotic Systems Engineering (RoboSys) New Key Facts Master of Science awarded by RWTH Aachen University Accreditation by ASIIN e.v. English-taught program 90 or 120 CP 1.5 or 2 year duration * B1 German required upon admission Fees: EUR 4,500 per semester Start: Every year in October Application Deadline: 1 March 9

Program Structure: Mechanical Engineering Degrees 1st Semester 2nd Semester 3rd Semester* 4th Semester* Course Work Internship* Course Work Course Work Master s Thesis* Mini Thesis* Master s Thesis* * Depending on the program structure M.Sc. Production Systems Eng. M.Sc. Textile Eng. 10

Master s Degree Programs in Management and Engineering M.Sc. Management and Engineering in Computer Aided Mechanical Engineering (MME-CAME) M.Sc. Management and Engineering in Electrical Power Systems (MME-EPS) M.Sc. Management and Engineering in Production Systems (MME-PS) M.Sc. Management and Engineering in Water (MME-Water) M.Sc. Management and Engineering in Design Concepts and Structural Engineering of Industrial Facilities (MME-CONSTRUCT) New Key Facts Joint Program by two universities: RWTH Aachen University (GER) and Maastricht School of Management (NL), Master of Science awarded by RWTH Accreditation by ASIIN e.v. English-taught program 120 CP 2 year duration Fees: EUR 5,500 per semester Start: Every year in October Application Deadline: 1 March 11

Program Structure: Management and Engineering Degrees 1st Semester 2nd Semester 3rd Semester 4th Semester Engineering Engineering Engineering Management (MsM) RWTH MsM Master s thesis + Master s defense colloquium Management (RWTH) Management (RWTH) Option A: Thesis at RWTH Option B: Thesis at MSM 12

Formal Application Requirements Curriculum Vitae Letter of Intent Transcript of Records University Degree Certificate ** Proof of English Language Proficiency ** Two Letters of Recommendation Proof of practical work experience (12 Months <) Graduate Record Examination (GRE) * Digital Photograph APS (only for Chinese Applicants) * Only für MME-EPS, CAME, Textile Eng. ** Mandatory at enrolment at the latest 13

Academic Application Requirements Bachelor in Engineering or Bachelor in Science related to your desired study program awarded by an internationally recognized university-level institution Very good performance in your undergraduate studies Specific subject requirements are defined individually by each program and define the admission requirements Visit our FAQ section here. 14

Finding Scholarships There are several scholarship opportunities available for international students. We highly recommend you start your scholarship research as soon as possible. DAAD Scholarship Database RWTH Scholarship Database RWTH International Academy Scholarships Country Specific Scholarships Churches and their Scholarships Political Parties and their Scholarships 15

RWTH Aachen University Facts and Figures When you study with the RWTH International Academy, you can expect the following costs: Tuition Fees: EUR 13,500 22,000 in total, depending on the study program Semester Fee for all RWTH students: approx. EUR 245 per semester Living Expenses: approx. EUR 800 < per month Approximated Monthly Living Expenses: Room in a shared flat 350 Food and other expenses 300 Mobile phone contract 20 Internet at home 20 Health Insurance 90 Telephone, Internet, Radio, TV 30 Third-party liability insurance 6 TOTAL 816 Source: DAAD 16

Master s Prep Courses Fulfill your Admission Requirements With our English-taught Master's Prep Courses you can fulfill your conditions for admission in English! have a smooth start into your Master s degree program! start building your academic network early on! enjoy intensive support in small groups! 18

Summer and Winter Schools Get to know RWTH Aachen University Duration: 2-4 weeks Language: English Qualification: Certificate Mechanical Engineering Automotive and Mobility Studies Energy Technology Smart Electrical Power Systems Sustainable Energy Technology Mechatronics and Robotics Systematic Product Innovation Mechatronic Systems Engineering and Product Innovation Robotics for Future Industrial Applications Production Technology meets Industry 4.0 Computer Sciences Automation and Simulation Business Engineering Six Sigma Quality Management Supply Chain Management & Logistics Civil Engineering Structural Engineering and Industrial Facilities 19

Summer Schools Formal Application Requirements (common for all applicants) Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Transcript of Records Photo Additional documents to support your application (e.g. certificates) Academic Application Requirements (depending on the program) Course Fees: EUR 1,800, 2,800 and 3,600 (2, 3 or 4 week programs) Early Birds save 10% of the course fee Incl. lectures and laboratory courses, excursions and social events, accommodation, breakfast and lunch on weekdays, meals during social events, local public transport ticket for the respective time Winter Schools: Early Bird deadline 1 Nov 2017 Regular deadline 1 Dec 2017 Summer Schools: Early Bird deadline 1 Mar 2018 Regular deadline 1 April /1 May 2018 20

Get in touch with us Your Master Office Team Masters@academy.rwth-aachen.de www.masters-in-engineering.com www.academy.rwth-aachen.de Tel: +49 241 80 96664 RWTH International Academy ggmbh Campus-Boulevard 30 Cluster Produktionstechnik 52074 Aachen Germany 22

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