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Program Overview

The 3+1 program is a collaborative effort between the School of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering and the Institute of General Mechanics at Aachen University of Technology (RWTH Aachen). This program is designed for outstanding students in mechanical engineering who have completed their first three years of undergraduate studies.

Program Details

• Country: Germany
• University: Aachen University of Technology (RWTH Aachen)
• Program Type: Exchange study
• Duration: 9 months
• Application Quota: Unlimited
• Field of Study: Mechanical Engineering

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this program, applicants must:

• Be a third-year undergraduate student in a mechanical engineering program
• Have no record of violating laws or regulations
• Demonstrate good overall quality and excellent academic performance, with priority given to students ranked in the top 30% of their class

Language Requirements

Applicants must have one of the following English language test scores:

• CEFR test score of B2 or above
• TOEFL score of 70 or above
• IELTS score of 5.5 or above
• College English Test Band 6 score of 425 or above

Fees

The total program fee is 11,600, which includes tuition fees for the 9-month study period, one hot meal per day, and transportation costs. This fee does not cover additional expenses such as visa fees, living expenses, and accommodation.

Application Period

Applications are accepted from March to April each year.

Program Structure

The program offers two study tracks:

1. Practical Track

This track aims to provide students with international practical experience through internships with German companies. Students will complete their bachelor's thesis under the guidance of two supervisors from Nanjing Forestry University and RWTH Aachen. Upon completion, students will gain valuable work experience, enhancing their career prospects in China.

Practical Track Components

Component	Duration	Workload (hours/CP)
Specified engineering courses and technical writing training	2 months	450 hours/15 credits
Internship	4 months	300 hours/10 credits
Bachelor's thesis	3 months	450 hours/15 credits

2. Academic Track

This track focuses on more academic practice, providing students with the opportunity to complete an internship and bachelor's thesis at RWTH Aachen's institute, also under the guidance of two supervisors.

Academic Track Components

Component	Duration	Workload (hours/CP)
Specified engineering courses and technical writing training	2 months	450 hours/15 credits
Internship and bachelor's thesis	7 months	750 hours/25 credits

Program Benefits

Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive:

• Course credits
• An official certificate of study from RWTH Aachen
• A bachelor's degree and academic certificate from Nanjing Forestry University
• Valuable practical and academic experience, enhancing their knowledge and qualifications
• Eligibility to apply for a master's degree in mechanical engineering at RWTH Aachen

Breach of Contract

Students who withdraw from the program after being selected must apply to do so at least four weeks before the program starts. Failure to do so will result in no refund and liability for all costs incurred due to their withdrawal.