Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) - In depth practical training, The Ulm Model

Work-study programme in Production Management

The dual degree programme in Production Management at Ulm University of Applied Sciences (THU) combines technical expertise with business, logistics and digitalisation. If you want to play an active role in shaping production processes and optimising modern manufacturing workflows, this programme offers you the opportunity to combine theory and practice right from the start.

During your studies, you will focus on production engineering, business administration, IT and topics such as Industry 4.0 and digital transformation. During the practical phases, you will work directly within a company, assisting with the optimisation of production processes, analysing material flows or contributing to quality and logistics projects.

The programme can be completed as a dual study programme based on the Ulm model or with an in-depth practical component. The Ulm model also offers you recognised vocational training, for example as an industrial mechanic, mechatronics technician or metalworker specialising in design engineering.

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At a glance

	Ulm Model	In-depth Practice
Content	Study + training	Study + additional practice
Standard period of study	9 semesters	7 semesters
Degree	Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.) + vocational qualification	Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.)
Start	September 1	winter and summer semester

Procedure

Production management - Ulm model

The dual study program based on the Ulm Model at Ulm University of Applied Sciences begins every year on September 1.

You spend the first six months in the company and start your training. This is followed by the two-semester foundation course. You then spend a year in the company, complete your training and gain valuable practical experience.

You will alternate between theoretical and practical phases. You will work on projects in specialist departments and write your Bachelor's thesis at the company in the final semester.

Further information on the Ulm Model

Further information on the course

Study plan for studies according to the Ulm Model

Production Management - Advanced Practice

You can start the degree course with in-depth practical experience in Production Management in the winter or summer semester. If you have already signed your contract before the start of your studies, you will first get to know your company during a short introductory phase of two to four weeks. Your studies will then begin directly at the university with the first lectures.

You will then alternate between theoretical and practical phases: You will study at THU during the lecture and examination periods and gain valuable practical experience at the company during the lecture-free periods. You will also complete your practical semester and your Bachelor's thesis directly at your partner company.

Further information on in-depth practice

Further information on the degree program

Study plan for the degree program with in-depth practical experience — Study plan with in-depth practical experience

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Advice and contact

Dual study program

+49 731 96537-700

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