Overview
Welcome to Master Automation, Robotics and Control programme at Technische Universität Chemnitz. This English-language programme is focused on the fields of automation, control, and robotics combining theoretical foundations with hands-on experience. In practice-oriented project groups, students with different backgrounds are trained to work together on complex tasks. In addition to solid technical training, international students in the programme also acquire extensive German skills (minimum level for graduation: B2) while German-speaking students consolidate their subject-specific English knowledge. Moreover, a series of seminars within the project groups offers the opportunity to deepen soft skills such as ethics, academic/scientific work, and human-technology interaction. This opens excellent prospects both on the German and the international job market, as well as for an academic career.
You have a bachelor's degree in
- Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
- Information Technology
- Digital Engineering
- Cybernetics and Control
- Applied Mathematics
- Machine Learning
- or an equivalent discipline
Career opportunities
Graduates have a strong profile in both industry and academia in Germany and internationally. Typical options include
- Automotive and suppliers: production automation, autonomous driving, testing, robotics, ...
- Control systems engineer: robotics, automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy, process industries, ...
- Mechanical and plant engineering: machine builders, packaging, printing, food, pharma, ...
- Logistics and warehousing: robotics, material handling, automated warehouses, ...
- Energy and process industries: chemical, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, utilities, ...
- Medical technology and assistive robotics: rehab robots, surgical systems, exoskeletons, ...
- Academia: international universities, research organizations like Fraunhofer, Max-Planck, Helmholtz, ...
Course structure
As start to the program there are some compulsory modules to gain basic knowledge for a further specialization.
The basic modules (compulsory subjects) are in particular:
- Mathematics for Engineering Science
- Advanced Linear Control
- Learning Dynamical Systems
- Autonomous Systems
- Robots, Modeling and Control
Starting in the second semester students can select specialization modules depending on their personal interests in the fields of automation, robotics and control. There are also supplementary modules in mathematics, electrical engineering and computer science. Additionally students who do not have the relevant language skills must also take German courses (minimum level for graduation: B2).
To gain experience in working indepently on a research topic there are compulsory project groups in the second or third semester.
The program is completed by the Master’s Thesis in the 4th semester.
Admission requirements for international students
| Academic: |
Bachelor’s degree in Elektrotechnik und Informationstechnik or in Digital Engineering from Chemnitz University of Technology or an equivalent appropriate degree in the area of electrical engineering and information technology (equivalency will be assessed by the examination board on a case-by-case basis) |
| English: | B2 or equivalent proof of English language proficiency |
| German: | A1 required for regular admission and enrolment, A2 recommended. |
| Degree: | Master of Science (M.Sc.) |
| Start of course: |
generally in winter term (October) As a rule, first semester students begin their studies in the winter semester. With the approval of the examination board, enrolment is also possible for the summer semester, which can, however, lead to an extension of the study period beyond the standard study period. Furthermore, it is possible to apply for a higher semester, provided that sufficient credits have been earned and the semester classification applied for corresponds to the semester for which admission has been granted. Further information on the application process can be found on the website of the Student Services Office. |
| Application deadline: | 15th July (international students, Uni Assist) |
| Duration of study: | 4 semesters (2 years) |
| Total Credits: | 120 ECTS Points |
| Location: | Chemnitz, Germany |
The medium of instruction is English. The additional requirement for German language proficiency is caused by general regularities of the university. |
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Application
The Master Automation, Robotics and Control programme is taught in English. Applicants are expected to provide formal proof of their academic background as well as their language proficiency. The following sections summarise the application process, required documents, and language criteria. Applicants are strongly advised to read these notes carefully before starting their application via uni-assist or the university portal.
1. Application procedure
| Application procedure for international students | International students have to apply through uni-assist according to the instructions given on the uni-assist website. The application deadline is 15th July for the winter semester. |
| Application procedure for German students | German students and applicants holding a German Bachelor's degree are asked to use the university's online application portal and follow the instructions given by the Studentenservice. |
| Intake | The programme generally starts in the winter semester (October). With the approval of the examination board, enrolment in the summer semester is possible in exceptional cases, but may extend the standard study period. |
| Validity of admission | Admission is granted for the semester applied for. Applicants who cannot enrol for the current winter term must re-apply for the following intake; admission letters are not automatically carried over. |
| Central Course Guidance Service | Studierendenservice (Central Student Advisory Service) |
| Academic counseling | 
Sven Quinger
Academic advisor
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2. Required documents
A list of the required documents can be found here. These documents have to be uploaded to the uni-assist portal (or the TUC online portal for German applicants).
3. Fees
There are no tuition fees at Chemnitz University of Technology for this programme. Each enrolled student only pays a semester contribution (approx. 310 € per semester, including the semester ticket for public transport). The exact amount and a breakdown of the contribution can be found on the Student Services website.
4. Exchange programmes and student life
- Erasmus+ and ACROSS: students can spend a semester abroad through the Erasmus+ programme or the ACROSS European University Alliance, of which TU Chemnitz is a partner.
- Student council (Fachschaftsrat ET/IT): the student council represents students of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and organises social and academic events. See the Fachschaftsrat ET/IT website.
- DAAD scholarships: the German Academic Exchange Service offers a wide range of scholarships for international Master's students. Applications are independent from the university admission and have to be submitted directly to DAAD.
- More information can be found at the International Office.
Contact
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Telefon:+49 371 531-24055
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E-Mail:
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Adresse:Reichenhainer Straße 70, 09126 Chemnitz
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Raum:C25.114 (alt: 2/W114)
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Telefon:+49 371 531-31899
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E-Mail:
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Adresse:Reichenhainer Straße 70, 09126 Chemnitz
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Raum:C25.139 (alt: 2/W139)
Study and exam regulations
Using the following link you can find the offical study documents (in German language).
