At a time when the energy transition and climate protection are among the most pressing challenges, the Bachelor's degree in energy and environmental engineering will train you to become a key person in shaping our energy future. You will acquire sound specialist knowledge at the interface between engineering sciences, renewable energies and environmental engineering. With this interdisciplinary degree program, you will be ideally prepared to play an active role in shaping the transformation of energy systems.
Your skills for the energy transition
In this degree program, you will acquire skills that are crucial for a sustainable energy supply:
The course combines engineering fundamentals with specialized knowledge of renewable energies and environmental technologies. You not only learn the theoretical basics, but also apply your knowledge directly in practical projects and an internship semester. This combination of theory and practice will make you a sought-after specialist for the energy systems of the future.
With this degree course, you can choose between the regular Bachelor's degree course or the dual KIA (sandwich-style) degree course.
The KIA (sandwich-style) degree course is very good for future students who want to combine theory and practice. In addition to theoretical specialist knowledge, you will also acquire practical vocational training and at the end of your studies you will not only receive a Bachelor's degree, but also a Chamber of Industry and Commerce certificate.
| Faculty: | Mechanical Engineering |
| Location: | Zittau |
| Degree: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Standard period of study: | 7 semesters |
| ECTS points: | 210 |
| Teaching language: | German |
| Enrolment for: | Winter semester |
| Application: 1.5 to 30.09 | Start of studies: October |
| Admission restriction: | admission-free (without NC) Details |
| No pre-study internship | to the student advisory service |
| Accreditation status: | accredited |
Your studies are structured in such a way that you first acquire a solid foundation in engineering science before tackling the specific challenges of energy and environmental engineering. The first semesters therefore focus on basic subjects such as engineering mathematics, technical mechanics and thermodynamics. This foundation is supplemented by special subjects in energy and environmental engineering.
From the fourth semester onwards, your knowledge of renewable energy technology, power plant technology and radiation technology will deepen. You will deal with sustainable heat supply systems and learn how to optimize energy systems. You will spend the fifth semester in practice, where you can apply your theoretical knowledge in real projects. The course concludes with a scientific project and your Bachelor's thesis, in which you work on a specific problem in the field of energy and environmental engineering.
Practical semester thesis and defense
Project development for renewable energies
You design innovative systems for environmentally friendly energy generation from wind, sun and water. You supervise projects from the initial idea through to implementation and monitor their economic and technical performance.
Energy system technology
You will develop solutions for the integration of renewable energies into existing grids. You will optimize energy flows, design storage systems and thus contribute to the stability of the energy supply with decentralized generation.
Power plant management
You are responsible for the efficient and safe operation of power generation plants. You will monitor operating parameters, analyze process data and initiate measures to increase efficiency and reduce emissions.
Energy efficiency consulting
You analyze the energy consumption of industrial plants, buildings or entire districts. You identify potential savings and develop customized concepts for more sustainable energy use.
Radiation technology
You ensure the safe use of radiation physics applications in medicine and industry. You will plan radiation protection measures, monitor compliance with them and develop new areas of application for this technology.
Research and development
You will work on pioneering technologies such as hydrogen storage, power-to-X processes and smart grids. You will design test series, evaluate data and contribute to the development of new technologies.
You will find even more opportunities with us in other related degree programs.
Not sure yet? If you have any questions, please contact our student advisory service. We are at your side when it comes to choosing a course.
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Studying with us is different. Above all, it's better. Why? We have a family atmosphere. There are small study groups and the lecturers are always there for you. There is a close connection to practice in all degree courses. And finding affordable accommodation is no problem here.
There are many other reasons, such as university sports or the student representatives, clubs and societies. Campus life in Zittau and Görlitz - the wild east - is unique.
