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Mechanical engineering is at the core of almost all engineered products 'Made in Germany'. Designing and manufacturing high-quality products requires not only an excellent understanding of the customer and market requirements, but also an efficient product design process and a thorough understanding of the key technical fundamentals, their possibilities and their limitations. Germany is not just a pacemaker in the development of up-market engineering products. It also demonstrates that it is possible to supply a modern, energy-dependent society with an environmentally-friendly energy base. 

Each summer semester (April–July) exchange students from our partner universities can gain insight into this expertise by taking some of the following classes in English:

Mechanical Engineering – courses in English

• Finite Elements*
• Industry Design Team Project (aerospace)*
• Machine Cutting Technology*
• Systematic Product Development*
• Technical Thermodynamics 1*
• Thermal Energy Systems*

Download the module handbook for more information about the classes. * for the last time in summer semester 2026

NEW: Starting in summer semester 2026:

• Applied Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
• Engineering Mechanics III
• Fluid Mechanics I
• Machine Elements and Systems B
• Manufacturing Technology (lab)
• Technical Thermodynamics I

NEWS: In summer semester 2026 we will start rolling out a new English-language programme and we will also be offering courses in English in the winter semester from October 2026. From April 2026 to October 2027 we will be adding to this list of classes. For more information: List of courses  Module handbook

Note: Students may also be able to take classes from aeronautical engineering, automotive engineering and information engineering if lecture schedules and capacity allow.

HAWKS Racing: During your studies in Hamburg you can join our very successful Formula Student Racing Team, getting hands-on experience in building a racing car and participating in the races in Europe: HAWKS Racing Website.

Application deadline:
Summer semester (April–July): 30 October
(open to: exchange students from partner universities & Global E3 partners only; not open to freemovers)