Program Overview

Industrial Engineering Master's Program

The Industrial Engineering program at PFH is designed for individuals passionate about innovation and enhancing products, processes, and corporate structures. It is a comprehensive engineering program that also covers business, management, the circular economy, digitalization, and ethics.

Program Overview

• Degree: Master of Science
• Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)
• Location: Stade (near Hamburg)
• Starting dates: April 1st and October 1st
• Entry requirements: Completed university degree in (industrial) engineering, a technical-scientific area, or a closely related subject
• Fees: €5,340 tuition fee per semester plus external fees, with one-off admin, enrollment, and examination fees

Course Content

The Master's program lasts four semesters, during which students deepen their knowledge in engineering and management as well as digitalization and sustainability. The curriculum includes modules such as:

• Consolidation of Mathematics and Technical Mechanics
• Advanced Project Management
• Big Data
• Innovation and Digital Transformation
• Legal and Ethical Issues in Engineering
• Sustainable Development / Circular Economy
• Sensor Technology and Application
• Advanced Materials and Technologies
• Information Technology and Cyber Security
• Digital Technologies
• Management Accounting
• Change Management and Leadership
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control
• CRM and Sales Psychology
• Personal Selling in a Digital World
• Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Project / Practice Module
• Master's Thesis and Defense

Admission Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in (Industrial) Engineering, in a technical scientific field, or another related subject
• English proficiency at a minimum level of B2 (CEFR), certified with English language certificates such as TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent
• Alternatively, a document stating that the medium of instruction for the Bachelor's course was English

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Industrial Engineering Master's program can work in various roles, including:

• Production Management
• Innovation Management
• Strategic Planning
• Sales Engineering They are well-equipped for positions in companies and organizations, as well as in start-ups, with expertise in optimizing processes and systems, and transitioning into product management or innovation management roles.

Job Guarantee

PFH offers a 20% refund on full tuition fees if graduates do not land a job within 9 months of graduating, provided they meet specific criteria, including successfully completing their studies within the regular study period, showing proof of B2 level German language proficiency, defending their Master's thesis in German, and achieving a minimum thesis grade of 2.5.

Faculty

The program is taught by experienced professors, including:

• Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wilm F. Unckenbold, Professor of Fibre Composite Technology
• Prof. Dr. Ing. Heinrich Fehren, Professor of Adaptronics
• Prof. Dr. sc. agr. Julian Voss, Professor of General Business Administration, specializing in Entrepreneurship and Finance
• Prof. Dr.-Ing. Richard Degenhardt, Professor of Stability of Fibre-Reinforced Composites

Frequently Asked Questions

• Application deadline: At PFH University, you can apply at any time.
• Required documents: Application form, CV, letter of motivation, school leaving certificate, Bachelor's degree certificate, transcript of records, proof of English proficiency, and more.
• Visa requirements: Citizens of EU, EEA, or Switzerland do not require a visa, while others may need a visa to study in Germany.
• Scholarships: PFH offers STIBET-Programmes, DAAD Prize, and Deutschland Stipendium/Germany Scholarship for international students.
• Work opportunities: Students are generally allowed to do 120 full days or 240 half-days of paid work during their studies.
• Accommodation: International students can find accommodation in student halls of residence or private accommodation.
• Living costs: On average, students in Germany spend around €850 per month, with rent being the largest expense.