International Programmes 2023/2024

Management and Engineering in Production Systems (MME-PS) Management and Engineering in Production Systems (MME-PS)

RWTH Aachen University • Aachen

Degree
Master of Science (RWTH Aachen University)
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

Courses are taught entirely in English.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application deadline

Non-EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of a country outside EU/EEA):
2 December to 1 March

EU applicants (applicants who  have citizenship of an EU/EEA country, are currently enrolled at RWTH Aachen or hold a German university degree):
2 December to 15 July

Apply by 15 January (non-EU) / 15 April (EU) to benefit from a 10% early bird discount on the tuition fees!

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
6,000 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

24,000 EUR in total for four semesters

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The MSc Management and Engineering in Production Systems (MSc MME-PS) provides in-depth knowledge and understanding of production technology, production systems and production-related processes and particularly focuses on industrial R&D practice in the four areas of organisation, manufacturing technology, production machines and resources, and quality management. Unlock your business leader potential by learning crucial management skills and approaching industrial development and its management from both a technical and business perspective.

As an MSc MME-PS student, you will learn to:

  • design, direct, monitor and optimise production processes
  • optimise management control systems for more efficient financial planning and cost analysis
  • identify and implement measures for yield improvement, test optimisation and product cost-ability methods
  • plan cutting-edge factories by selecting innovate production machines and assembly systems
Course organisation

The MSc MME-PS consists of:

  • engineering and management compulsories
  • elective courses
  • language courses
  • the Master's thesis, which can be written internally with an institute or externally with a company

Get a detailed overview of the programme structure on our MSc MME-PS website.

International elements
  • Integrated study abroad unit(s)
Integrated study abroad unit(s)

The programme takes place in Aachen (Germany). A voluntary internship or the Master's thesis can be completed in other countries.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
6,000 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

24,000 EUR in total for four semesters

Semester contribution

The RWTH Aachen University’s semester fee of approx. 300 EUR is a student body and social contribution fee that every student must pay each semester in order to stay enrolled as an active student. It includes, among other benefits, a "semester ticket" covering public transport in the federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany as well as the region of South Limburg in the Netherlands.

Costs of living

The average cost of living, including food, accommodation, personal and social expenses, and study-related costs, is estimated to be at least 900 to 1,000 EUR per month.

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

Women in Engineering Scholarship: This scholarship was created to enable for more qualified female engineering students to pursue a Master’s degree programme. The scholarship can grant admitted students a reduction of up to 25% of the tuition fees.

High Potential Student Grant: This scholarship was created to enable highly qualified students to complete their Master’s degree programme. The scholarship can grant admitted students a reduction of up to 25% of the tuition fees.

Outstanding Performance Award: This scholarship honours talented students who have successfully completed one one of our Master's qualification programmes in engineering. Their remarkable performance will be rewarded with a reduction of up to 50% of the tuition fees.

Academic admission requirements

Please see our website for detailed information on the admission requirements for the MSc MME-PS.

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or a related discipline
  • Relevant work experience of six months by the time of application
  • GRE General Test (Verbal Reasoning: 145 points | Quantitative Reasoning: 160 points | Analytical Writing: 3 points) or proof of completion of German Engineering College
  • Fundamental knowledge in engineering
Language requirements

If you would like to attend an English-taught Master's degree programme, you must be fluent in English (oral and written) in order to understand lectures, textbooks and manuals and to participate in lab projects, industrial internships and examinations.

One of the following certificates must be submitted:

  • TOEFL Internet-based: minimum of 90 points
  • IELTS test: minimum overall band 5.5 points
  • Cambridge Test - Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
  • First Certificate in English (FCE), completed with B
  • Placement test of RWTH Aachen University's Language Centre (B2 – only available for students already enrolled at RWTH Aachen University)

All applicants who have a school leaving qualification or first degree in English that was issued by an institution in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, or the US are exempt from the English language certificate requirement. Please note that having German citizenship or citizenship of an English-speaking country, even those listed above, does not in and of itself exempt you from the respective language certificate requirement.

No German language skills are required for admission and enrolment. However, you will have the chance to take German language courses as part of your curriculum at RWTH Aachen University Language Centre.

Application deadline

Non-EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of a country outside EU/EEA):
2 December to 1 March

EU applicants (applicants who  have citizenship of an EU/EEA country, are currently enrolled at RWTH Aachen or hold a German university degree):
2 December to 15 July

Apply by 15 January (non-EU) / 15 April (EU) to benefit from a 10% early bird discount on the tuition fees!

Submit application to

Please use the official online application portal of RWTH Aachen University and submit your electronic application.

Possibility of finding part-time employment

Generally, students enrolled at RWTH Aachen University have the opportunity to find a job on campus and work for up to 19 hours per week. This also allows students to become more familiar with the university institutes and take part in projects related to their field of study.

The maximum working limit for off-campus work is 120 full days / 240 half days per year for non-EU students.

Accommodation

Aachen is a vibrant university city with several hundred new students arriving each semester. The housing market is quite tough as a result, especially during the months of March/April and September/October. Finding suitable and affordable accommodation can be time consuming and challenging.

Therefore, we as RWTH International Academy offer our own accommodation in two apartment buildings in the city centre to students of our Master’s degree programmes. Benefit from exclusive prices and in-house services, whether you only need short-term accommodation before moving into your own apartment, or you are looking for a new home for the duration of your studies. Visit our housing website for more information.

Career advisory service

Studying with RWTH International Academy involves much more than just a degree. With us, you get an all-round career package: during your studies, we are there to advise you so that you can ideally prepare for the start of your career. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary hard and soft skills for the job market. We will facilitate your networking directly with companies and/or the university.

Benefits from our Career Services Expertise

  • Career counselling
  • Online Career Portal
  • Application tips
  • Company Meet & Greet
  • E-Coaching
  • Recruiting events

With our Career Service, we want to lay the foundation for your career success. We support you with valuable tips, advice and personal coaching from the preparation of your application documents to networking with companies for internships, theses and career entry.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Specialist counselling
  • Cultural and linguistic preparation
  • Visa matters
  • Help with finding accommodation
General services and support for international students and doctoral candidates

We look forward to welcoming students of all nationalities! For students from China, India and Latin America, we provide exclusive access, special support and individual consultation through our Academy Offices on site.

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