Method-oriented training profile; academically well-grounded study with a focus on the fundamentals and application; strong synergies between research and teaching; Innovative use of e-learning and modern media in all areas of study (e.g. use of smartphones and tablets); teaching of interdisciplinary and social skills; training for independent learning and working in corporate or academic environment; consistent documentation of the performance for self-monitoring.

Research and teaching are closely linked, there is interaction beyond the boundaries of the institute and faculty on a daily basis. Both basic and applied research often involve the students. Special research areas (ECOSENSE) and areas of excellence (CIBSS – Centre for Integrative Biological Signal Study and livMatS – Living, Adaptive and Energy-autonomous Materials Systems) as well as collaborations with Fraunhofer Institutes offer an ideal environment.

High proportion of international students (35%); Courses in the Master's degree programmes are largely in English; numerous international research collaborations.

Clean room class 4 to 7 (in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14644) individually adjustable; technically well-equipped laboratories (electronics, mechanics, metrology, optics, biotechnology, materials, hardware, robotics, computer vision); modern computer rooms, some with special equipment; comprehensive WiFi access; extensive e-learning options (in particular, recorded lectures); innovative use of multimedia tools in teaching (smartphones in teaching, use of tablet PCs for examinations); modern technical facilities in the classrooms (smart boards, overhead projector/audio systems).

Research and teaching are closely linked, there is interaction beyond the boundaries of the institute and faculty on a daily basis. Both basic and applied research often involve the students. Collaborative Research Centres (ECOSENSE) and Areas of Excellence (CIBSS – Centre for Integrative Biological Signal Study and livMatS - Living, Adaptive and Energy-autonomous Materials Systems) as well as cooperations with Fraunhofer Institutes and Hahn-Schickard offer an ideal environment.