Your studies with a salary

With our Cooperative Engineering Education Programme (KIA), you get the good part of both worlds: a degree from HSZG and on-the-job training at a company. Best of all: You earn money every month right from the start, gain practical experience, and end up with two degrees.

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Who is KIA right for?

KIA is the right degree program for you if you:

  • are interested in technology or the natural sciences,
  • want to closely combine theory and practice,
  • want to be financially independent.

The KIA (sandwich-style) degree course at the HSZG

KIA with (technical) baccalaureate
Soon to have your A-levels in your pocket? Then now is the perfect time to start your KIA or KIAdirekt studies and combine theory with practice!
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KIA with secondary school certificate
Ready for new challenges? Start your practical studies step by step with the KIA+ study model and broaden your perspectives!
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KIA with Completed Vocational Training
Are you already a skilled worker, technician or master craftsman and want to gain further qualifications? Then combine your job with the KIApro study model!
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KIA for international prospective students
Are you from another country and interested in a dual or cooperative degree program? Discover your options!
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Find Your KIA degree programme

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  • Interest
  • Admission
  • Start Of Study
  • Location

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  • Automation and mechatronics (Dual/KIA) Diplom
    Automation and mechatronics (Dual/KIA)

    You'll be developing the next generation of smart devices. In the KIA program, you'll complete a vocational training program leading to a professional certification in addition to your degree.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
    Degree
    Diplom (FH)
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 10
    ECTS Credits
    • 240
  • Computer science (cooperative/KIA) Bachelor
    Computer science (cooperative/KIA)

    Innovations in digitalization and artificial intelligence can make the world a better place. In addition to your Bachelor’s degree, you’ll earn highly sought-after certificates through on-the-job training at a company while you study.

    Location
    Görlitz
    Faculty
    Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 6
    ECTS Credits
    • 180
  • Economics and Computer Science (Co-op Program/KIA) Bachelor
    Economics and Computer Science (Co-op Program/KIA)

    "Programming and software engineering" plus "Processes and management" - an exciting mix of knowledge. Alongside your studies, you will acquire practical knowledge and certificates in business.

    Location
    Görlitz
    Faculty
    Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 6
    ECTS Credits
    • 180
  • Electrical engineering (Dual/KIA) Bachelor
    Electrical engineering (Dual/KIA)

    Discover the future of technology with our dual-track Bachelor degree programme in electrical engineering! In a rapidly changing world, you'll be at the forefront of shaping innovations and pushing the boundaries of what's possible—all while keeping practical applicability in mind.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 8
    ECTS Credits
    • 180
  • Electrical engineering/mechatronics (cooperative/KIA) Master

    Your Master's, your future: Shape the technological world of tomorrow with mechatronics and smart grids!

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
    Degree
    Master
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 4
    ECTS Credits
    • 120
  • Electrical power systems (Dual/KIA) Diplom
    Electrical power systems (Dual/KIA)

    Renewable Energy Systems or Intelligent Networks and Systems? You choose your area of focus. As part of the KIA (sandwich-style) degree course, you’ll also earn a vocational degree in electrical engineering.

    Location
    Zittau
    Degree
    Diplom (FH)
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 10
    ECTS Credits
    • 240
  • Energy and environmental engineering (cooperative/KIA) Master
    Energy and environmental engineering (cooperative/KIA)

    Engineering knowledge, management methods and scientific work - these three semesters will make you a Master's student in energy technology and energy economics.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Mechanical Engineering
    Degree
    Master
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Summer semester
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 3
    ECTS Credits
    • 90
  • Energy and environmental engineering (Dual/KIA) Bachelor
    Energy and environmental engineering (Dual/KIA)

    Generating, storing, and using renewable energy efficiently—that’s the big issue. With a dual degree program that combines work and university, you’ll perfectly blend theory and practice.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Mechanical Engineering
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 9
    ECTS Credits
    • 210
  • Energy and environmental engineering (Dual/KIA) Diplom
    Energy and environmental engineering (Dual/KIA)

    Generating, storing, and using renewable energy efficiently—that’s the big issue. With a dual degree program that combines work and university, you’ll perfectly blend theory and practice.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Mechanical Engineering
    Degree
    Diplom (FH)
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 10
    ECTS Credits
    • 240
  • Engineering Management (Co-op/KIA) Diplom
    Engineering Management (Co-op/KIA)

    The best of both worlds: Are you as enthusiastic about technical details as you are about business contexts? Then train to become a sought-after and qualified all-rounder.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Business Administration and Engineering Management
    Degree
    Diplom (FH)
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 8
    ECTS Credits
    • 240
  • Green Engineering (cooperative/KIA) Bachelor
    Green Engineering (cooperative/KIA)

    You develop holistic solutions to make the product cycle ecological and sustainable. From minimizing the consumption of resources to the reuse of substances and materials.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Mechanical Engineering
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 7
    ECTS Credits
    • 210
  • Housing and Real Estate Management (Cooperative/KIA) Diplom
    Housing and Real Estate Management (Cooperative/KIA)

    A Smart Combination: Our program provides knowledge in business, construction engineering, and law. This broad knowledge opens many doors for you in Housing and Real Estate Management.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Business Administration and Engineering Management
    Degree
    Diplom (FH)
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 8
    ECTS Credits
    • 240
  • Integrated management systems (cooperative/KIA) Master
    Integrated management systems (cooperative/KIA)

    Companies use your knowledge to optimize their processes—whether in the areas of quality, the environment, occupational safety, or sustainability. During breaks between classes and throughout the master’s semester, you’ll be working at a company. This degree programme is also offered in 3 semesters (90 ECTS).

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Natural and Environmental Sciences
    Degree
    Master
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    • part-time
    Start Of Study
    • Summer semester
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 3 oder 4
    ECTS Credits
    • 120
  • Mechanical Engineering (Dual/KIA) Bachelor
    Mechanical Engineering (Dual/KIA)

    Vocational Degree and Bachelor's Degree: Our dual study program combines intensive hands-on work experience with a solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Mechanical Engineering
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 9
    ECTS Credits
    • 210
  • Mechanical Engineering (Dual/KIA) Diplom
    Mechanical Engineering (Dual/KIA)

    Vocational Certification and Diplom: Our dual study program combines intensive hands-on work experience with a solid foundation in Mechanical Engineering.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Mechanical Engineering
    Degree
    Diplom (FH)
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 10
    ECTS Credits
    • 240
  • Mechatronics for Manufacturing (cooperative/KIA) Bachelor

    Two countries, one degree - you develop mechatronics systems, program robots and become a sought-after specialist for automated production.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 6
    ECTS Credits
    • 180
  • Semiconductor Processes and Materials Chemistry (Cooperative/KIA) Bachelor

    From the material structure to the finished chip - you combine natural science with process technology and create the basis for the key technologies of our time.

    Location
    Zittau
    Faculty
    Natural and Environmental Sciences
    Degree
    Bachelor
    Admission Requirement
    • without NC
    Type Of Study
    • Full-time
    • dual / cooperative (KIA)
    Start Of Study
    • Winter semester
    Standard Period Of Study
    • 6
    ECTS Credits
    • 180
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The KIA (sandwich-style) degree course at HSZG allowed me to combine theoretical engineering knowledge with real-world business practice and take on responsibility early on. I found the close integration of my studies and professional experience particularly valuable, as well as the understanding of how technical solutions are developed under real economic and organizational conditions. The direct connection between the university and industry significantly accelerated my entry into the workforce and opened up long-term career prospects for me in the energy sector. I recommend the KIA (sandwich-style) degree course to anyone who not only wants to understand technology but also wants to actively shape it—in a way that’s practical, challenging, and forward-looking.

Niklas Fabricius, graduate of the KIA (sandwich-style) degree course at the HSZG, now Strategic Assistant to the Management Board at Omexom Substations North

Do you have any questions? We are here for you

Kristin Groß
Fachgebietskoordinatorin KIA
Diplom in Industrial Engineering (University of Applied Sciences)
Kristin Groß
University Executive Board/Office of University Development and Communication/KIA Division
02763 Zittau
Theodor-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 1.48
1st floor
+49 3583 612-4811
KIA International
B. A.
Oliwia Sikorska
University Executive Board/Office of University Development and Communication/KIA Division
02763 Zittau
Th.-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 1.47
1st floor
+49 3583 612-4671

Consultation hours

KIA
  • Wednesdays: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursdays: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Office hours are held in Building I, Room 1.48 (Theodor-Körner-Allee 16) or online. Appointments are scheduled by prior arrangement via email.

KIA International
  • Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Office hours are held during the lecture period in Building VII (Schwenninger Weg 1), Room 304.1, or online. Appointments during the break from classes are scheduled by prior arrangement via email.

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