Choice of topic blocks
The specialised studies from the 4th to 6th semester take place in practical projects and small groups. You can choose your specialisation from four subject blocks. You choose the subject block that suits you best. Each block comprises twelve modules. You can also choose two compulsory elective modules to further deepen your interests.
When do the subject blocks start?
On the AE degree programme, the subject blocks start in the 4th semester. The FIF and SVS degree programmes begin with the subject blocks in the 5th semester. The MuTD and FT Online degree programmes do not have subject blocks.
When are the subject blocks chosen?
The subject blocks are chosen one semester before the course begins. There is an information event on the procedure and content in the respective degree programmes. You will receive an invitation to the event by email in good time. You can find the selection forms in the form centre or they will be provided to you by the head of degree programme.
Automotive Engineering specialisation
The "Aftersales, Service and Mobility" specialisation focuses on all processes relating to the vehicle in its operating phase. In addition to technical topics such as maintenance and repair, you will also learn about quality management and automotive expertise.
In the "Smart Production and Industrial Engineering" specialisation, you will learn about the industrial production processes associated with vehicles. A modern vehicle must not only be well designed, but must also be able to be produced economically and sustainably on a large scale. Sustainability is playing an increasingly important role and must be taken into account right from the vehicle design phase.
In the "Smart Automotive Development" specialisation, you will learn the most important development skills for vehicles as complex systems. You will combine the interior, exterior, drive and chassis to create a functional overall system. Modern materials science, such as lightweight construction and composite materials, as well as computer-aided simulation and optimisation play a central role in this.
The "Powertrain and Chassis Systems" specialisation covers all topics relating to the powertrain and chassis of a vehicle. As a graduate of this specialisation, you will be in demand at vehicle manufacturers and suppliers, where components for drives and chassis are specified, planned, designed, integrated and tested. This subject area is highly relevant in the Wolfsburg region in particular, but also nationally and internationally, and will continue to develop over the coming years and decades, including through sustainability, e-mobility and autonomous driving.
Thematic blocks vehicle informatics
The "Automotive Systems" specialisation is ideal for you if you want to specialise in the development of electronic vehicle systems and virtual test methods.
If you would rather focus on software development and the physical limits of a vehicle, then "Automotive Software" is your specialisation. Machine learning, mobile services and infotainment play a central role here.
The "Autonomous Mobility" specialisation prepares you for the field of autonomous driving, with a focus on machine perception and innovative mobility solutions that go beyond conventional local public transport.
In "Industrial Internet-of-Things", you will deepen your knowledge of production and automation in order to monitor and optimise technical processes in real time.
Topic blocks Smart Vehicle Systems
The "Intelligent Autonomous Systems" specialisation is ideal for you if you want to work with IT systems. Here you will learn how to specify and implement sophisticated sensor/actuator systems. Modules on machine perception and machine learning round off the specialisation.
With the "Mechatronic Systems" specialisation, you will supplement your studies with subjects such as "Powertrain" and "Vehicle Dynamics". This specialisation also deepens the integration of these systems into complex system networks.
The "Mobility Concepts in Aftersales " specialisation offers a specialisation in expertise and business administration. It takes into account the industry's increasing demand for engineers with business management skills.
In the " Electromobility" specialisation, you will delve deep into the world of electrical energy storage and use for electric vehicles. These skills are important in the growing e-mobility sector.