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Deutsch Who is the distance learning course in Electrical Engineering at Hochschule Mittweida suitable for?
The part-time distance learning course Electrical Engineering (Diplom-Ingenieur/in FH) is ideal if you are already employed and seeking a solid engineering qualification in the field of electrical engineering. It is particularly aimed at professionals from technical occupations who wish to specialise in development, research, production or energy supply. The course is designed for individuals with a strong interest in automation technology, energy technology or the digital infrastructure of smart cities, who want to study practically oriented and flexibly alongside their job.
Formal admission requirements for the distance learning course
You need a general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), subject-related higher education entrance qualification or advanced technical college entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife). A master craftsman’s certificate or a professionally recognised equivalent qualification also grants access. The course is admission-free, there is no numerus clausus. Applications are submitted each winter semester. Further detailed regulations can be found in the official study and examination regulations of Hochschule Mittweida.
Personally, you should bring strong analytical thinking skills, mathematical understanding and technical interest. Experience in technical or scientific fields is advantageous but not mandatory. Crucial are self-organisation, self-motivation and the willingness to independently tackle complex problems. The double burden of work and study also requires good time management and perseverance.
What academic content can you expect in the Distance Learning Electrical Engineering programme?
In the Distance Learning Electrical Engineering programme at Hochschule Mittweida, you will acquire a broad engineering foundation directly linked to the current demands of industry. With a total of 240 ECTS credits, the course covers core and advanced topics. You will learn the physical, mathematical, and technical fundamentals of electrical engineering and gain practical subject knowledge in the fields of automation technology and energy engineering. From the 7th semester onwards, you will specifically choose your area of specialisation:
- Automation technology: development, control and regulation of processes, use of modern robotics, construction and networking of production facilities under Industry 4.0 conditions, visualisation and user interfaces, local networks.
- Energy engineering: management and optimisation of energy supply systems, energy efficiency in various sectors, planning and evaluation of complex supply scenarios, technical and economic assessment of energy projects.
In both specialisations, you develop skills to design, implement and evaluate technical solutions as well as to analyse current trends such as smart grids or energy-efficient supply concepts. Project-oriented learning formats reflecting the typical tasks of modern engineers are at the core of the curriculum.
How does the part-time distance learning course work?
The course is designed as a part-time distance learning programme and spans 8 semesters (4 years). The flexible structure allows you to predominantly study the content independently and to effectively combine examinations and laboratory phases with your professional practice. The structural framework includes:
- Core foundational modules in mathematics, physics and technical sciences with continuous assessments
- Subject modules from the core areas of electrical engineering, supplemented by economic and management-related content
- Elective compulsory modules from the 7th semester for specialisation in automation technology or energy engineering
- Practical projects, preparation of laboratory tasks and, where applicable, professional practical components
- Final phase with a practice-oriented diploma thesis
The programme always starts in the winter semester. The distance learning course is specifically designed for working professionals and has no admission restrictions.
What career prospects does the diploma distance learning Electrical Engineering open up for you?
With the Diplom-Ingenieur/in (FH) degree, you are broadly qualified for challenging positions in development, research, production, energy supply and technical services. Typical fields of work for graduates are:
- Planning, project design and development of systems in automation technology and robotics
- Energy management, planning and optimisation of energy supply systems for industry and the public sector
- Research activities in private and public institutions, especially in the areas of Industry 4.0 and sustainable energy supply
- Technical consulting and service in innovative medium-sized companies and corporations
- Leadership positions as project engineer, team leader or technical manager
The programme also qualifies you for further academic paths and enables access to specialised master's programmes in engineering.
What are the costs of the distance learning Electrical Engineering course and how can you finance it?
The total costs of the distance learning Electrical Engineering programme amount to 9,480 euros. The monthly tuition fees are 395 euros. These include all teaching materials and access to the learning platform. Various financing options are available to you:
- Instalment payment of tuition fees over the entire duration of the course
- Funding opportunities through the employer, especially in the context of job-related qualification
- Tax deductibility of costs as income-related expenses or special expenses
- In individual cases, access to educational loans or funding programmes
Individual consultation regarding funding and financing is recommended in order to optimally adapt the financial burden to your professional situation.
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