Enrollment

Enrollment (registration) allows you to officially register for a mechanical engineering program at RWTH Aachen University.

Enrollment is typically done online and requires the submission of various documents. We have put together a checklist with all the important steps for your studies to make the process as smooth as possible for you.

Profile

Degree:
Bachelor of Science
ECTS Points:
210
Program Start:
Winter Semester
Language:
German
Standard Duration:
7 Semesters
Abitur or an equivalent university entrance qualification
Proficiency in German
Open admission
No NC (Numerus Clausus)
Open admission
No NC (Numerus Clausus)

Guide for Your Studies

A six-week pre-study internship is a requirement for the mechanical engineering program at RWTH Aachen University. It aims to provide fundamental knowledge in the practical application of mechanical engineering topics.
The internship must be completed before the start of the program and should take place in a technical field. It’s important to learn about the pre-study internship requirements early and complete it on time to avoid jeopardizing your admission to the program. You can find more information on the website of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at RWTH Aachen University.

Enrollment at RWTH Aachen University is usually done online. Please note that there are specific deadlines that must be adhered to. You can find the exact dates on the RWTH website or in the application materials. However, we recommend that you gather information early to allow sufficient time for preparing your application and enrollment.

For the mechanical engineering program at RWTH Aachen, there are various admission requirements. Generally, a qualification of general higher education entrance (Abitur) or another equivalent university entrance qualification is necessary. Additionally, a pre-study internship of six weeks must be completed.

The application to RWTH Aachen University is done online. Please pay attention to the application deadlines and the requirements for your chosen field of study. To successfully apply, you typically need to submit various documents, such as certificates and proof of your language skills.

The Bachelor’s program in Mechanical Engineering is currently open admission.

After a successful application and admission, you must enroll to secure your placement at RWTH Aachen University. The enrollment deadlines vary depending on the program and are published on the university’s website. Please ensure that you submit all required documents online by the deadline to complete your enrollment.

Students with German citizenship can apply for state support in the form of BAföG (Federal Training Assistance Act). The amount of funding depends on various factors. More information and application forms can be found at www.bafög.de or www.studierendenwerk-aachen.de.

The Student Union Aachen offers affordable housing for students. Additionally, you can find housing offers through student organizations or private rental platforms. The AStA (General Student Committee) provides housing counseling.
It is advisable to look for accommodation early, as the demand for housing in Aachen is high. Also, consider looking in the surrounding areas that are well connected by public transport.

There are various scholarship programs available for students in Mechanical Engineering at RWTH Aachen University. These include, for example, the Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship), the scholarship from the German National Academic Foundation, and the talent support programs from political foundations. These scholarships provide financial assistance and often offer additional support measures such as networking opportunities and mentoring programs. You can find information about scholarship programs and their requirements on the RWTH Aachen University website and the respective foundations’ sites.

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