Climate change and the scarcity of resources demand innovative solutions from engineers. On the Bachelor of Green Engineering in Zittau, you will become an expert in sustainable technologies and the circular economy. You will develop holistic approaches to design product lifecycles ecologically and drive forward environmentally friendly innovations. This forward-looking qualification will prepare you optimally for a job market that combines technical expertise with ecological awareness.
The degree program provides you with a unique combination of three core areas:
The balanced distribution of departments (40% process engineering and mechanical engineering each, 20% environmental engineering) creates a solid basis for interdisciplinary work. You will gain valuable experience during your studies through practical projects and an integrated internship semester. As a graduate, you will make an important contribution to the planet and embark on a fulfilling career that reflects your values and challenges you at the same time.
Optional variant with KIAdirekt
What's special: This course is optionally available as a cooperative KIAdirekt course. This means you work in a company (the cooperation partner) and earn money. The KIAdirekt variant at our university is explained in more detail here.
| 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: | In preparation |
The seven-semester Bachelor of Green Engineering systematically combines technical fundamentals with environmental engineering specialization. In the first two semesters, you will lay a solid foundation in mathematics, thermodynamics, mechanics and materials engineering. At the same time, you will learn specific green engineering methods and gain your first practical experience in project workshops.
From the third semester onwards, you will focus increasingly on environmental engineering aspects: from life cycle assessment and production-integrated environmental protection to recycling technologies. You will spend the fifth semester as an internship semester in companies or research institutions. In the sixth and seventh semesters, you will deepen your knowledge through elective modules in areas such as bioeconomy or environmental bioprocess engineering and work on a scientific project before writing your Bachelor thesis on a current topic in sustainable engineering.
Please note that you will complete practical phases in the company during the lecture-free period.
Practical semester
With your Green Engineering degree, you will acquire the unique skills to
and all this together with companies in the region.
Research and development
You work on innovative technologies and processes for sustainable industrial solutions. You research new materials, optimize processes and develop forward-looking concepts. Your expertise will make a significant contribution to shaping the circular economy.
Project planning and design
You plan and develop sustainable plants, systems and processes. You contribute your expertise in process engineering, mechanical engineering and environmental technology to create and implement environmentally friendly and efficient solutions.
Product development
You design and optimize innovative, environmentally friendly products for the circular economy. You will analyze materials, evaluate environmental impacts and develop solutions that leave a positive ecological footprint and conserve resources.
Quality and environmental management
You will develop and monitor strategies for compliance with environmental and quality standards. You support companies in fulfilling their environmental responsibility and implementing sustainable business practices.
Product Life Cycle Management
You analyze and optimize the entire life cycle of products from conception to disposal. You minimize ecological impact, promote recycling and support the development of closed material cycles.
Recycling and environmental technology
You plan, develop and implement systems for resource recovery and waste reduction. You promote closed cycles in industry and actively contribute to the conservation of resources and environmental relief.
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.
Studying with us is different. Above all, 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.
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