Production Optimisation part time degree programmes for professionals

Degree
Master of Engineering
Master
Standard period of study (amount)
6 semesters
Location
Zwickau
Deadlines
February 2027 (Germans and inhabitants)
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Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Summer and Winter Semester

Area of study

Production Engineering

Focus

Process Flows and Material Flow, Production Processing, Value Optimization, Energy Efficiency, Environment and Recycling, Cost Management

Target group

The Master’s in Production Optimisation is aimed at specialists and executives in production management as well as at individuals with potentials who see a future for themselves in this field.

Annotation

The Master’s in Production Optimisation is aimed at specialists and executives in production management as well as at individuals with potentials who see a future for themselves in this field. At the centre of the course is the increase in efficiency of a production while maintaining excellent quality by means of innovative methods, processes and tools. Key areas include: Process and material flows, manufacturing processes, value creation optimisation, energy efficiency, environment and recycling, cost management and personnel management.

The course is offered as a career-integrated postgraduate course based on the blended learning concept. Attendance phases are generally scheduled for the beginning and end of the semester as part of block lectures (Friday/Saturday). The standard period of study is 6 semesters. There is the possibility of shortening the duration of studies through the recognition of academic and professional achievements.

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

1) First professionally qualifying university degree in the field of Engineering (including Industrial Engineering) with at least 210 ECTS points (applicants with 180 ECTS points can compensate for this in a previous semester)
2. Generally no less than one year of qualified practical professional experience
3.) Language skill requirements for non-native speakers: German B2, English B1

Lecture period

  • Winter semester 2026/2027: 30.09.2026 - 28.01.2027
    Introductory week for first-year students (preparatory days): 23.9. - 27.9. Examination period: 03.02. - 21.2.
  • Summer semester 2027: 08.03.2027 - 25.06.2027
    Examination-preparation week: 29.06 - 05.07.26 Examination period: 06.07 - 26.07.26

Application deadlines

Summer semester (2027)

  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Until 28.02.2027

    In the event of vacancies, you can also apply after this deadline.

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    enquire at the university (International Office)

  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    enquire at the university (International Office)

  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    Enquire at the higher education institution

Winter semester (2026/2027)

  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Expired

    In the event of vacancies, you can also apply after this deadline.

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    enquire at the university (International Office)

  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    enquire at the university (International Office)

  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    enquire at the higher education institution

Tuition fees

Tuition fees

925.00 EUR / semester

Course-specific details

Languages of instruction

Main language

German