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The Central State Office for Distance Learning (ZFU) has approved the course Mechanical Engineering under the number 136008. - 2 possible specializations, General Mechanical Engineering or Development and Design
- 9 elective modules in the optional area
- including practical phase, professional experience can be credited
- academic and non-academic achievements can be recognized
These are the requirements for the Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering
For the B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering at Wilhelm Bücher University, there are various access options:
Access Option No. 1: You have the general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), the subject-specific higher education entrance qualification, or the subject-specific higher education entrance qualification.
Access Option No. 2: You have a university admission qualification recognized as equivalent by the Hessian Ministry of Culture (e.g. a master's degree or a qualification as a state-certified technician).
Access Option No. 3: Study as an auditor: You start your guest studies at our university without the mentioned three accesses and take the university entrance examination (HZP) after 2 semesters of performance. To do this, you must fulfill all the following requirements:
- You have completed a vocational training of at least two years in a field related to the desired course of study, regulated by the Vocational Training Act, the Crafts Code, or federal or state law.
- You have subsequently worked for at least two years full-time in a field related to the desired course of study.
If you aim for a course of study that is not related to the completed training or professional activity, the knowledge acquired through training and professional activity must be expanded or deepened through qualified further training with a scope of at least 400 hours in a field related to the desired course of study.
After successful university entrance examination (HZP), we will change your status from auditor to regular student.
Tip: Request the information brochure for the online Mechanical Engineering studies. The brochure provides detailed information about everything regarding distance learning at WBH, especially about admission requirements, the practical phase, study contents and specializations, and tuition fees. Request brochure now ...These are the study contents and the course of studies
Your Bachelor's degree programme in Mechanical Engineering at WBH is structured in content modules. You study thematically closed subject areas (modules) to which credit points are allocated according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). The number of credit points assigned to each module depends on the scope of the module and the associated workload. All credit points you earn will be credited to you and you will receive proof of this. Your achievements are thus comparable and recognized – also internationally.
The course of studies is structured as follows:
- 1st Semester: Mathematics I, Basic Natural Sciences, Basics of Computer Science with Laboratory, Fundamentals of Business Administration and Legal Foundations, Introduction Project for Engineers
- 2nd Semester: Mathematics II, Basic Engineering Sciences, Introduction to Electrical Engineering and Electronics, Communication and Management
- 3rd Semester: Mathematics III with Laboratory, Materials Engineering, Technical Mechanics I, Fluid Mechanics, Technical Thermodynamics
- 4th Semester: Metrology, Design Theory, Technical Mechanics II, Control Engineering with Laboratory
- 5th Semester: Control Engineering with Laboratory, Manufacturing Engineering with Laboratory, Machine Elements I, Computer-Aided Engineering
- 6th Semester: Machine Elements II, Specialization (Module I), Specialization (Module II), Specialization (Module III)
- 7th Semester: Engineering Science Project, Specialization (Module IV), Specialization (Module V), Bachelor Thesis and Colloquium
At the beginning of the course or during your studies, you also choose one of these specializations: General Mechanical Engineering, Development and Construction.
You choose Elective Module I from these topics: English, Intercultural Competence.
You choose Elective Module II from these topics: Quality Management, Maintenance Management, Investment and Financing.
This is how long the Bachelor's programme at Wilhelm Büchner University lasts
The distance learning programme in Mechanical Engineering lasts a total of 7 academic semesters, which corresponds to a standard period of study of 3.5 years or 42 months. You can extend the support period free of charge by 21 months.
These services of Wilhelm Büchner University contribute to your graduation within the standard period of study:
- Start of studies at any time
- Individual learning pace
- No forced breaks due to semester breaks
- Study plan and content tailored to distance learning
- Motivated and highly qualified lecturers
- Comprehensive, personal support and service concept
These personal factors also have a positive influence on the study time:
- School and academic background
- Your willingness and ability to learn
- The relevance of your professional training or activity to the study content
- Professional and personal circumstances
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Hi Marek,
a quick note first: you've reached the fernstudi.net team (we run this comparison portal), not Wilhelm Büchner University's own admissions desk – so for anything binding, WBH has the final word. That said, here's how it generally works, based on the official programme information.
One important point up front: this BEng Mechanical Engineering is taught in German, even though this page is in English. You'll need solid German skills to study and to sit the exams – worth factoring in, especially if you're applying from abroad.
How registration works
You can enrol and start at any time – there are no fixed semester dates.
Enrolment is done online or by post. If you meet the admission requirements, you'll receive your enrolment confirmation and the first study materials within a few days.
There's a 4-week free trial: you can try the programme without commitment and withdraw free of charge; if you continue, that month counts as your first.
After that you get online-campus access by email, the printed study booklets arrive shortly after, there's an introductory event (usually online), and then you work through the modules at your own pace – with a personal study advisor for planning.
Entry requirements & documents to prepare
There are three access routes:
A general or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur or Fachhochschulreife / an equivalent).
A qualification recognised as equivalent by the Hessian Ministry (e.g. master craftsman or state-certified technician).
Auditor route: if you don't (yet) have the above, you can start as a guest student and take the university entrance exam (HZP) after 2 semesters. This requires at least 2 years of relevant vocational training plus at least 2 years of relevant full-time work.
Good news for working professionals: prior professional experience and previous academic/non-academic achievements can often be credited. Documents worth having ready: your school-leaving certificate/diploma, CV, ID, and – for the vocational route – proof of training and work experience.
Studying alongside your job
The programme is built for exactly that: part-time and flexible, roughly 20 hours per week, start anytime, your own pace, mostly voluntary seminars, and the support period can be extended free of charge by up to 21 months. Study breaks are possible too.
Applying from abroad
Living outside Germany usually doesn't block admission on its own. The key question is whether your school or vocational qualification is recognised as a German higher-education entrance qualification. From abroad, plan for a little more paperwork: certified copies and often sworn translations of your certificates, and depending on the country an apostille/legalisation. Because recognition is assessed case by case, it's best to confirm the exact document list with WBH before you start gathering everything.
Easiest next steps
Request WBH's free info brochure (it covers admission requirements, the documents needed and the fees in detail) via the course page
Prefer to talk it through? Our free personal advice is here for you:
https://www.fernstudi.net/en/questions
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A small heads-up: admission details and required documents can change and depend on your individual situation, so please confirm them directly with Wilhelm Büchner University before enrolling.
Hope this gives you a clear starting point – good luck with it!
Ravi — yes, in principle you can study this BEng in Mechanical Engineering with WBH from abroad (including the UAE), because it’s designed as a part-time distance-learning programme with an online campus and digital materials.
What usually works fully online
Learning & tutoring: You’ll study mainly via self-study using the online campus; support and communication with tutors/lecturers is handled digitally.
Many assessments: WBH offers online exams for selected modules (often in an open-book format). Written assignments/projects are submitted online.
What can still require planning from abroad
Exams: Not every exam is guaranteed to be available online. WBH also uses exam centres (their network is mainly in Germany/Austria/Switzerland). If a module you need isn’t offered online, you may have to travel to an exam centre.
Lab components / practical elements: The curriculum includes several “with laboratory” modules. Even if parts are delivered digitally, practical/lab requirements can sometimes involve scheduled formats. You should clarify early how these are handled for students outside Europe.
Bachelor thesis & colloquium: The thesis is typically location-independent, but the colloquium/defence format (online vs. in-person) should be confirmed.
Admission from outside Germany Living outside Germany usually doesn’t block admission by itself. The key point is whether your school qualification and/or vocational qualification is recognised as a university entrance qualification.
If you have a recognised higher education entrance qualification (or an equivalent recognised by the Hessian authorities), you can enter directly.
If not, WBH offers a route via “guest studies/auditor” with a university entrance examination after proving vocational training + work experience (which might fit your maintenance technician background). The exact evidence required (duration, documents, translations) should be checked.
International-student “watch-outs” (practical, not scary)
Document handling: Expect to provide certified copies and, if applicable, sworn translations (and sometimes legalisation/apostille depending on the document origin). This can take time from abroad.
Time zone & scheduling: Live online sessions, support hours, and exam slots may be aligned to Germany time.
Shipping of printed study booklets: WBH sends printed materials and also provides them digitally. From the UAE, clarify shipping costs, delivery times, and whether you can switch to digital-only if you prefer.
Tech requirements for online exams: Online proctoring/exam software can have strict requirements (device, OS, webcam, stable internet) and may be sensitive to corporate networks/VPNs.
Best next step (so you don’t get surprised later) Ask WBH study advisory explicitly these 4 questions:
For this BEng, which modules/exams are 100% available as online exams, and which are not?
How are the “with laboratory” modules handled for students living outside Germany/EU?
Can the thesis colloquium be completed online from the UAE?
Which exact documents do you need for admission from the UAE (and do they require certified translation/legalisation)?
If you want, tell me just two things and I’ll help you assess your likely admission route:
What’s your highest school qualification (e.g., secondary school, diploma, A-level equivalent)?
Do you have a completed vocational qualification (and how many years of full-time work experience do you have after that)?