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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Electrical and Information Technology under the number 143611c. Who is the Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Information Engineering Distance Learning Programme Suitable For?
The programme is ideal for you if you have a strong interest in technology, computer science, and scientific contexts and are passionate about the development of digital and electronic systems. It is aimed both at career entrants with university entrance qualification and experienced professionals from technical occupations, for example state-certified technicians, who are seeking an academic degree. It particularly addresses individuals who prefer a flexible, part-time study course in order to specifically qualify for engineering positions in industry, medical technology, robotics, automation or energy technology.
What Admission Requirements Apply to the Programme?
You can be admitted to the Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Information Engineering distance learning programme at AKAD University if you meet at least one of the following formal requirements:
- General university entrance qualification (Abitur)
- Subject-specific university entrance qualification or advanced technical college entrance qualification
- An equivalent, recognised foreign university entrance qualification
- Recognised vocational advancement training, for example as a state-certified technician, master craftsman, business economist, specialist or educator
- Completed vocational training with subsequent relevant professional experience (at least two years): Admission takes place either through a passed university entrance examination or a trial study period
- As an international applicant: proof of sufficient German language skills, for example through DSH-2, C1 (GER), TestDaF level 4 or an equivalent language test
Personally, you should have technical interest, logical thinking skills and the willingness to work in a self-organised manner. Solid maths skills at the level of the university entrance qualification, basic physics knowledge, PC user competences and English skills at B2 level (GER) are recommended. Motivation, perseverance and enjoyment of analytical challenges will additionally facilitate your learning in distance education.
What content can you expect in the distance learning programme in Electrical and Information Engineering?
In the Bachelor's degree programme in Electrical and Information Engineering, you acquire a broad-based technical and digital expertise. The course content includes the essential fundamentals and applications of electrical engineering, computer science, and information technology. You engage with mathematics and physics at an engineering level, learn various programming techniques (for example C/C++), deepen your electronics knowledge, and focus intensively on digital technology, control and regulation engineering, as well as measurement technology. In laboratory phases, you gain practical insights and can test the knowledge acquired directly.
The following subject areas are covered:
- Electrical engineering and electronics (fundamentals and structure, laboratory practicals)
- Mathematics and physics for engineers
- Programming and computer science (including software development and hardware design)
- Digital technology as well as operating and real-time systems
- Measurement technology, sensor technology and actuator technology (including laboratory phases)
- Communication systems and networks
- Control and regulation engineering (with practical exercises in the laboratory)
- Fundamentals of business administration and management techniques
- Project management, leadership techniques, quality management and law
From the sixth semester onwards, you choose individual specialisations, for example:
- Automation technology
- Robotics
- Medical engineering
- IT security
- Project management
- Microsystems technology
- Technical sales
- Energy technology
A special feature is the optional study variant with a focus on medical engineering. Here technical and medical content are combined, supplemented by subjects such as physiology and biosensor technology.
On completion of the programme, you will be able to analyse technical systems, develop solutions, implement practical projects and work interdisciplinarily.
How is the programme structured and organised?
The distance learning programme is designed for a standard duration of 42 to 72 months and comprises 210 ECTS credits. There are three time models to choose from: Sprint (42 months), Standard (54 months) or Stretch (72 months), allowing you to adapt your learning pace to your current life situation. You can start your studies at any time – independently of semesters.
All study materials are available to you digitally via the online campus. These include interactive scripts, video lectures and self-tests. Most examinations can be taken flexibly online, including open-book exams, term papers and laboratory reports. Laboratory phases for some technical modules are held in a concentrated manner on a few presence days.
You have the option to choose the sequence and pace of many modules individually. A free extension of studies of up to twelve months is possible per model. From the sixth semester onwards, practical and project work is added to the individual specialisations and laboratory phases. The programme concludes with a Bachelor's thesis and a colloquium.
Support is provided digitally, but personally: knowledgeable tutors and lecturers are quickly reachable via the campus. You can use virtual study groups and regularly participate in live webinars. Exchange and community building are additionally available via AKAD Plus and forums.
What career opportunities does the qualification offer you?
With a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Information Engineering, numerous professional fields open up to you. Graduates are in strong demand due to their practical training and skills in the field of digitalisation. Typical areas of deployment are:
- Production engineer: planning and optimisation of manufacturing processes in industry
- Hardware and circuit development: design and development of electronic components and devices
- Support engineer: support, commissioning and technical support of software and hardware systems
- Medical engineer: development and maintenance of technical solutions for the healthcare sector
- Automation, energy and communication technology: planning, implementation and maintenance of complex technical systems
- Technical sales or project management: interface functions between development, production and customers
The Bachelor's degree enables you to pursue professional opportunities in industry, the service sector, research and development as well as technical consulting. It also grants access to further Master's degree programmes.
How are the study costs composed and what financing options are available?
The monthly tuition fees depend on the chosen time model:
- Stretch (72 months): 229 Euro/month
- Standard (54 months): 278 Euro/month
- Sprint (42 months): 332 Euro/month
The total costs amount – depending on the model – to around 14,238 Euro. The fees include all learning materials, access to the online campus and support. In addition, a one-off examination fee of 960 Euro applies (this may be waived during current promotional offers).
- Free extension depending on study model: up to 12 months
- Tax deductibility as work-related expenses or special expenses possible
- Employers or companies often contribute to study costs
- Regular promotional offers and flexible instalment payments
A four-week trial phase at the beginning of studies allows you to try out the programme risk-free. Additional costs only arise for optional on-site appointments (for example for laboratory phases or networking events).
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