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Energy Systems and Renewable Energies

Energy Systems and Renewable Energies

Kick-start your future with the international Bachelor’s degree in Energy Systems and Renewable Energies at THI. This degree programme is taught entirely in English and is perfect for you if you’re interested in energy technology and sustainability, building on the fundamentals of mechanical and electrical engineering.

Here, you’ll learn how climate-friendly electricity generation works, how smart grids distribute energy efficiently, and why smart storage solutions are driving the energy transition. You’ll also explore modern digitalisation methods such as artificial intelligence in energy engineering, for example for forecasting, optimising and intelligently controlling energy systems. Using digital twins, you’ll model and simulate real-world plants and grids virtually to make operation, planning and maintenance more efficient and sustainable. You’ll also learn all about interacting with new types of prosumers (producers/consumers), particularly in the fields of electromobility and power-to-heat. Together with international fellow students, you’ll work on real-world challenges, gain intercultural experience and build valuable contacts with companies in the industry. You can also plan to spend a semester abroad.

After completing your degree, career opportunities await you in sectors such as energy engineering, energy systems, plant engineering, renewable energies, building energy technology and heat supply, the energy industry, the automotive sector and mechanical engineering.

Our international Bachelor programme Energy Systems and Renawable Energies in English is intended for foreign and German students who are interested in energy technology and sustainability based on the fundamentals of mechanical and electrical engineering.

Upon completion of their studies, students will have a wide range of knowledge of power engineering technologies – with a high level of practical applicability – as well as good business contacts in the industry and the opportunity to gain international experience.

Graduates of the course are prepared for specialist and managerial tasks in the following areas:

  • Sustainable energy generation and distribution
  • Development, production and operation of energy technology plants and energy systems
  • Planning of energy systems and energy consulting

 

Job perspectives

The demand for qualified specialists in the field of energy systems in general and in the area of renewable energy forms in particular is enormous, as there is currently a lack of suitably qualified experts. 

Common career paths include recruitment by energy supply companies, jobs in the industry or with engineering service providers or planning offices, as well as the job profile of an independent consultant. In addition, it is not uncommon for graduates to find employment in medium-sized companies or official bodies.

Sectors: 

  • Power engineering
  • Energy system solution suppliers
  • Plant manufacturers
  • Renewable energies
  • Building energy technology and heating supply
  • Energy industry
  • Automotive and general engineering industries

Fields:

  • Planning
  • Development / Design
  • Technical operations
  • Energy consultancy
  • Test technology
  • Technical sales
  • Quality control
Apply online
Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.)
Duration
7 Semesters
Start of studies
Winter
Main teaching language
English
Admission restricted
No
Location
Ingolstadt
Type of degree program
Full-time
ECTS
210
Accreditation
yes

Application period for the winter semester 2027/28: April 1 to July 15, 2027

Apply online

Curriculum Energy Systems and Renewable Energies

Presentation of curriculums
Semester
1st Semester

  1. Engineering Mathematics 1

    Provides mathematical foundations for engineering, including functions, differential and integral calculus, complex numbers, and differential equations for solving engineering problems.

  2. Computer Science in Engineering

    Introduction to algorithms, programming, and object-oriented concepts with practical exercises solving engineering problems.

  3. Basics of Mechanical Design

    Fundamentals of technical drawing and mechanical design focusing on standards, tolerances, machine elements, and design rules.

  4. Statics

    Covers forces, moments, support reactions, trusses, and friction as foundations of static system analysis.

  5. Electrical Engineering

    Introduction to DC and AC circuits, electric fields, semiconductor devices, and measurement techniques.

  6. Energy Systems and Energy Economics

    Introduces current and future energy systems, policy frameworks, markets, and economic evaluation methods.

Engineering Mathematics 1

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Provides mathematical foundations for engineering, including functions, differential and integral calculus, complex numbers, and differential equations for solving engineering problems.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Computer Science in Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduction to algorithms, programming, and object-oriented concepts with practical exercises solving engineering problems.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Basics of Mechanical Design

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Fundamentals of technical drawing and mechanical design focusing on standards, tolerances, machine elements, and design rules.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Statics

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers forces, moments, support reactions, trusses, and friction as foundations of static system analysis.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Electrical Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduction to DC and AC circuits, electric fields, semiconductor devices, and measurement techniques.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Systems and Energy Economics

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduces current and future energy systems, policy frameworks, markets, and economic evaluation methods.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Engineering Mathematics 2

    Building on Mathematics 1, the course covers matrices, series, eigenvalues, and multivariable calculus for advanced engineering modeling.

  2. Material Science

    Covers atomic structures, crystal lattices, deformation mechanisms, diffusion, phase diagrams, and basics of material testing.

  3. Mechanics of Materials

    Analysis of stress, strain, and deformation under various load cases and component design.

  4. Thermodynamics 1

    Fundamentals of thermodynamics including state variables, laws, cycles, and phase changes.

  5. Energy Storage

    Overview of thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical energy storage systems and their design and evaluation.

  6. Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

    Addresses sustainability, business models, innovation, and development of sustainable products and start-ups.

Engineering Mathematics 2

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Building on Mathematics 1, the course covers matrices, series, eigenvalues, and multivariable calculus for advanced engineering modeling.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Material Science

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers atomic structures, crystal lattices, deformation mechanisms, diffusion, phase diagrams, and basics of material testing.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Mechanics of Materials

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Analysis of stress, strain, and deformation under various load cases and component design.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Thermodynamics 1

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Fundamentals of thermodynamics including state variables, laws, cycles, and phase changes.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Storage

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Overview of thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical energy storage systems and their design and evaluation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Addresses sustainability, business models, innovation, and development of sustainable products and start-ups.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Product Development and CAD

    This module introduces systematic product development methods and the use of 3D CAD. Topics include requirement analysis, concept development, and technical design. Students also learn modeling, assembly design, and the creation of standard-compliant drawings using CATIA.

  2. Measurement Engineering

    Basics of measurement engineering, sensors, measurement errors, uncertainty analysis, temperature and flow measurement.

  3. Machine Elements

    This module covers design and calculation of key machine elements such as screws, shafts, bearings, gears, and clutches. Topics include strength, loads, lifetime, and connection methods, as well as sealing and lubrication. The focus is on selecting, dimensioning, and integrating components into complete engineering designs.

  4. Thermodynamics 2

    Advanced heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation including heat exchanger design and lab work.

  5. Fluid Mechanics

    Covers fluid flow of liquids and gases, conservation equations, pressure losses, and laboratory experiments.

  6. Thermal Energy Technology and Power Plants

    This module provides an overview of thermal energy systems and power plants. It covers energy conversion, combustion, fluid machinery, and steam, gas, and combustion engine processes. It also includes modern technologies such as fuel cells, heat pumps, and refrigeration systems, along with their design and simulation.

Product Development and CAD

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:62.0pt;width:411pt;">This module introduces systematic product development methods and the use of 3D CAD. Topics include requirement analysis, concept development, and technical design. Students also learn modeling, assembly design, and the creation of standard-compliant drawings using CATIA.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Measurement Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Basics of measurement engineering, sensors, measurement errors, uncertainty analysis, temperature and flow measurement.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Machine Elements

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:76.0pt;width:411pt;">This module covers design and calculation of key machine elements such as screws, shafts, bearings, gears, and clutches. Topics include strength, loads, lifetime, and connection methods, as well as sealing and lubrication. The focus is on selecting, dimensioning, and integrating components into complete engineering designs.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Thermodynamics 2

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Advanced heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation including heat exchanger design and lab work.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Fluid Mechanics

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers fluid flow of liquids and gases, conservation equations, pressure losses, and laboratory experiments.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Thermal Energy Technology and Power Plants

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:77.0pt;width:411pt;">This module provides an overview of thermal energy systems and power plants. It covers energy conversion, combustion, fluid machinery, and steam, gas, and combustion engine processes. It also includes modern technologies such as fuel cells, heat pumps, and refrigeration systems, along with their design and simulation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Project Design and Development

    Team-based development and design project with practical engineering tasks.

  2. Control Engineering

    Introduction to control loops, modeling, stability analysis, controller design, and simulation.

  3. Energy Distribution and CHP Plants

    Focus on CHP technologies, heat networks, gas and electricity grids, and hydrogen integration.

  4. Building Technology and Smart Homes

    Energy-efficient buildings, HVAC systems, and smart home concepts.

  5. Solar Energy Technologies

    Solar thermal and photovoltaic systems: components, simulation, planning, and efficiency evaluation.

  6. Cost and Investment Management

    Covers cost accounting, investment evaluation, and integration of sustainability criteria.

Project Design and Development

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Team-based development and design project with practical engineering tasks.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Control Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduction to control loops, modeling, stability analysis, controller design, and simulation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Distribution and CHP Plants

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Focus on CHP technologies, heat networks, gas and electricity grids, and hydrogen integration.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Building Technology and Smart Homes

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Energy-efficient buildings, HVAC systems, and smart home concepts.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Solar Energy Technologies

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Solar thermal and photovoltaic systems: components, simulation, planning, and efficiency evaluation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Cost and Investment Management

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers cost accounting, investment evaluation, and integration of sustainability criteria.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Practical Seminar

    Develops key skills such as presentation, teamwork, and conflict management.

  2. Internship

    The module involves practical training in a company related to energy technology and renewable energies. It includes working on real engineering tasks, gaining insight into operational processes, and applying and deepening previously acquired technical and methodological skills.

  3. Project and Quality Management

    Project and quality management methods including planning, risk analysis, and standards.

Practical Seminar

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Develops key skills such as presentation, teamwork, and conflict management.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Internship

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:58.0pt;width:411pt;">The module involves practical training in a company related to energy technology and renewable energies. It includes working on real engineering tasks, gaining insight into operational processes, and applying and deepening previously acquired technical and methodological skills.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Project and Quality Management

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Project and quality management methods including planning, risk analysis, and standards.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Project

    Independent interdisciplinary project with technical and economic focus.

  2. Elective

    The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.

  3. Elective

    The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.

  4. Solar Buildings and Energy Consulting

    Energy consulting, building refurbishment, simulation, and advanced building concepts.

  5. Energy Markets and Coupling Sectors

    Analysis of energy markets and sector coupling technologies including power-to-X.

  6. Smart Grids and Wind Energy

    Smart grids, grid stability, and wind turbine analysis and design.

Project

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Independent interdisciplinary project with technical and economic focus.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Elective

<figure class="table" style="width:418pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:29.0pt;width:418pt;">The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Elective

<figure class="table" style="width:418pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:29.0pt;width:418pt;">The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Solar Buildings and Energy Consulting

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Energy consulting, building refurbishment, simulation, and advanced building concepts.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Markets and Coupling Sectors

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Analysis of energy markets and sector coupling technologies including power-to-X.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Smart Grids and Wind Energy

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Smart grids, grid stability, and wind turbine analysis and design.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Elective

    The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.

  2. Bachelor's Thesis and Seminar

    Preparation for the bachelor’s thesis through scientific work and topic planning.Independent work on an engineering topic, often with practical relevance.

  3. Energy from Biomass and Biogenic Residues

    Use of biomass via combustion, gasification, fermentation, and plant design.

  4. Mobility within the Energy System

    Examines mobility, powertrains, charging infrastructure, and grid integration.

Elective

<figure class="table" style="width:418pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:29.0pt;width:418pt;">The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Bachelor's Thesis and Seminar

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Preparation for the bachelor’s thesis through scientific work and topic planning.</td></tr><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Independent work on an engineering topic, often with practical relevance.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy from Biomass and Biogenic Residues

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Use of biomass via combustion, gasification, fermentation, and plant design.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Mobility within the Energy System

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Examines mobility, powertrains, charging infrastructure, and grid integration.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Curriculum Energy Systems and Renewable Energies — Overview of all semesters and modules
1. Semester
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Computer Science in Engineering
  • Basics of Mechanical Design
  • Statics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Energy Systems and Energy Economics
2. Semester
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Material Science
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Thermodynamics 1
  • Energy Storage
  • Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
3. Semester
  • Product Development and CAD
  • Measurement Engineering
  • Machine Elements
  • Thermodynamics 2
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Thermal Energy Technology and Power Plants
4. Semester
  • Project Design and Development
  • Control Engineering
  • Energy Distribution and CHP Plants
  • Building Technology and Smart Homes
  • Solar Energy Technologies
  • Cost and Investment Management
5. Semester
  • Practical Seminar
  • Internship
  • Project and Quality Management
6. Semester
  • Project
  • Elective
  • Elective
  • Solar Buildings and Energy Consulting
  • Energy Markets and Coupling Sectors
  • Smart Grids and Wind Energy
7. Semester
  • Elective
  • Bachelor's Thesis and Seminar
  • Energy from Biomass and Biogenic Residues
  • Mobility within the Energy System

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Interesting Facts

  1. Internships

    The study programme requires a preparatory internship of 8 weeks.
    It has to be completed before the start of the 4th semester (during semester breaks). The preparatory internship is not part of our admission requirements.

  2. Funding for Studies

    At THI, students have access to a wide range of support options in the form of scholarships. We recommend that students living on their own budget for at least 700–900 EUR per month for personal expenses (accommodation, health insurance, food, books, tuition fees). 

     

    Link

  3. Research partner InES

    The Institute for New Energy Systems (InES) supports applied research projects worldwide in many areas of the energy sector. Representatives from industry are also available as experts, contributing through guest lectures and project ideas. The network of contacts built up over the past 20 years enables a wide range of work placements with national or international companies.

    Link

  4. Renewable Energies Master in English!

    Once you have completed your Bachelor studies, you have the opportunity to continue with the English language Master of Science "Renewable Energy Systems" here at THI!

  5. Important notice on application agencies

    THI charges tuition fees of 800 euros per semester (for Bachelor’s degree programmes). We are committed to providing our students with the best possible conditions to develop their skills and personalities for the working world of the future. At our International Welcome Centre, you will find excellent services and support. Our degree programmes offer the best possible study conditions.

This is an admission-free Bachelor course.
Please find all necessary information on application for bachelor study courses. 
 

Short information on application process - 2 steps

1. Apply at Uni - Assist

If you obtained your higher secondary school certificate outside of Germany, uni-assist has to verify your eligibility to study in Germany and to convert school grades to the German grading system. You will have to submit all required documents to uni-assist. Please keep in mind: this step takes four to six weeks.

2. Apply in THI PRIMUSS Portal 

Please find all necessary information on application for bachelor study courses. 
 

Language skills

  • English: the programme is taught entirely in English language. Sufficient language skills are essential to successfully complete the coursework: link to overview. 
     
  • German: German language skills are not required for admission, but we strongly recommend learning german or enhancing german language skills, as most employers expect at least A2 level. THI offers German courses at different levels.

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Energy Systems and Renewable Energies

Kick-start your future with the international Bachelor’s degree in Energy Systems and Renewable Energies at THI. This degree programme is taught entirely in English and is perfect for you if you’re interested in energy technology and sustainability, building on the fundamentals of mechanical and electrical engineering.

Here, you’ll learn how climate-friendly electricity generation works, how smart grids distribute energy efficiently, and why smart storage solutions are driving the energy transition. You’ll also explore modern digitalisation methods such as artificial intelligence in energy engineering, for example for forecasting, optimising and intelligently controlling energy systems. Using digital twins, you’ll model and simulate real-world plants and grids virtually to make operation, planning and maintenance more efficient and sustainable. You’ll also learn all about interacting with new types of prosumers (producers/consumers), particularly in the fields of electromobility and power-to-heat. Together with international fellow students, you’ll work on real-world challenges, gain intercultural experience and build valuable contacts with companies in the industry. You can also plan to spend a semester abroad.

After completing your degree, career opportunities await you in sectors such as energy engineering, energy systems, plant engineering, renewable energies, building energy technology and heat supply, the energy industry, the automotive sector and mechanical engineering.

Our international Bachelor programme Energy Systems and Renawable Energies in English is intended for foreign and German students who are interested in energy technology and sustainability based on the fundamentals of mechanical and electrical engineering.

Upon completion of their studies, students will have a wide range of knowledge of power engineering technologies – with a high level of practical applicability – as well as good business contacts in the industry and the opportunity to gain international experience.

Graduates of the course are prepared for specialist and managerial tasks in the following areas:

  • Sustainable energy generation and distribution
  • Development, production and operation of energy technology plants and energy systems
  • Planning of energy systems and energy consulting

 

Job perspectives

The demand for qualified specialists in the field of energy systems in general and in the area of renewable energy forms in particular is enormous, as there is currently a lack of suitably qualified experts. 

Common career paths include recruitment by energy supply companies, jobs in the industry or with engineering service providers or planning offices, as well as the job profile of an independent consultant. In addition, it is not uncommon for graduates to find employment in medium-sized companies or official bodies.

Sectors: 

  • Power engineering
  • Energy system solution suppliers
  • Plant manufacturers
  • Renewable energies
  • Building energy technology and heating supply
  • Energy industry
  • Automotive and general engineering industries

Fields:

  • Planning
  • Development / Design
  • Technical operations
  • Energy consultancy
  • Test technology
  • Technical sales
  • Quality control
Apply online
Degree
Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng.)
Duration
7 Semesters
Start of studies
Winter
Main teaching language
English
Admission restricted
No
Location
Ingolstadt
Type of degree program
Full-time
ECTS
210
Accreditation
yes

Application period for the winter semester 2027/28: April 1 to July 15, 2027

Apply online

Curriculum Energy Systems and Renewable Energies

Presentation of curriculums
Semester
1st Semester

  1. Engineering Mathematics 1

    Provides mathematical foundations for engineering, including functions, differential and integral calculus, complex numbers, and differential equations for solving engineering problems.

  2. Computer Science in Engineering

    Introduction to algorithms, programming, and object-oriented concepts with practical exercises solving engineering problems.

  3. Basics of Mechanical Design

    Fundamentals of technical drawing and mechanical design focusing on standards, tolerances, machine elements, and design rules.

  4. Statics

    Covers forces, moments, support reactions, trusses, and friction as foundations of static system analysis.

  5. Electrical Engineering

    Introduction to DC and AC circuits, electric fields, semiconductor devices, and measurement techniques.

  6. Energy Systems and Energy Economics

    Introduces current and future energy systems, policy frameworks, markets, and economic evaluation methods.

Engineering Mathematics 1

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Provides mathematical foundations for engineering, including functions, differential and integral calculus, complex numbers, and differential equations for solving engineering problems.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Computer Science in Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduction to algorithms, programming, and object-oriented concepts with practical exercises solving engineering problems.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Basics of Mechanical Design

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Fundamentals of technical drawing and mechanical design focusing on standards, tolerances, machine elements, and design rules.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Statics

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers forces, moments, support reactions, trusses, and friction as foundations of static system analysis.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Electrical Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduction to DC and AC circuits, electric fields, semiconductor devices, and measurement techniques.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Systems and Energy Economics

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduces current and future energy systems, policy frameworks, markets, and economic evaluation methods.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Engineering Mathematics 2

    Building on Mathematics 1, the course covers matrices, series, eigenvalues, and multivariable calculus for advanced engineering modeling.

  2. Material Science

    Covers atomic structures, crystal lattices, deformation mechanisms, diffusion, phase diagrams, and basics of material testing.

  3. Mechanics of Materials

    Analysis of stress, strain, and deformation under various load cases and component design.

  4. Thermodynamics 1

    Fundamentals of thermodynamics including state variables, laws, cycles, and phase changes.

  5. Energy Storage

    Overview of thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical energy storage systems and their design and evaluation.

  6. Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

    Addresses sustainability, business models, innovation, and development of sustainable products and start-ups.

Engineering Mathematics 2

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Building on Mathematics 1, the course covers matrices, series, eigenvalues, and multivariable calculus for advanced engineering modeling.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Material Science

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers atomic structures, crystal lattices, deformation mechanisms, diffusion, phase diagrams, and basics of material testing.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Mechanics of Materials

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Analysis of stress, strain, and deformation under various load cases and component design.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Thermodynamics 1

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Fundamentals of thermodynamics including state variables, laws, cycles, and phase changes.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Storage

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Overview of thermal, electrical, chemical, and mechanical energy storage systems and their design and evaluation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Addresses sustainability, business models, innovation, and development of sustainable products and start-ups.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Product Development and CAD

    This module introduces systematic product development methods and the use of 3D CAD. Topics include requirement analysis, concept development, and technical design. Students also learn modeling, assembly design, and the creation of standard-compliant drawings using CATIA.

  2. Measurement Engineering

    Basics of measurement engineering, sensors, measurement errors, uncertainty analysis, temperature and flow measurement.

  3. Machine Elements

    This module covers design and calculation of key machine elements such as screws, shafts, bearings, gears, and clutches. Topics include strength, loads, lifetime, and connection methods, as well as sealing and lubrication. The focus is on selecting, dimensioning, and integrating components into complete engineering designs.

  4. Thermodynamics 2

    Advanced heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation including heat exchanger design and lab work.

  5. Fluid Mechanics

    Covers fluid flow of liquids and gases, conservation equations, pressure losses, and laboratory experiments.

  6. Thermal Energy Technology and Power Plants

    This module provides an overview of thermal energy systems and power plants. It covers energy conversion, combustion, fluid machinery, and steam, gas, and combustion engine processes. It also includes modern technologies such as fuel cells, heat pumps, and refrigeration systems, along with their design and simulation.

Product Development and CAD

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:62.0pt;width:411pt;">This module introduces systematic product development methods and the use of 3D CAD. Topics include requirement analysis, concept development, and technical design. Students also learn modeling, assembly design, and the creation of standard-compliant drawings using CATIA.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Measurement Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Basics of measurement engineering, sensors, measurement errors, uncertainty analysis, temperature and flow measurement.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Machine Elements

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:76.0pt;width:411pt;">This module covers design and calculation of key machine elements such as screws, shafts, bearings, gears, and clutches. Topics include strength, loads, lifetime, and connection methods, as well as sealing and lubrication. The focus is on selecting, dimensioning, and integrating components into complete engineering designs.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Thermodynamics 2

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Advanced heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation including heat exchanger design and lab work.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Fluid Mechanics

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers fluid flow of liquids and gases, conservation equations, pressure losses, and laboratory experiments.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Thermal Energy Technology and Power Plants

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:77.0pt;width:411pt;">This module provides an overview of thermal energy systems and power plants. It covers energy conversion, combustion, fluid machinery, and steam, gas, and combustion engine processes. It also includes modern technologies such as fuel cells, heat pumps, and refrigeration systems, along with their design and simulation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Project Design and Development

    Team-based development and design project with practical engineering tasks.

  2. Control Engineering

    Introduction to control loops, modeling, stability analysis, controller design, and simulation.

  3. Energy Distribution and CHP Plants

    Focus on CHP technologies, heat networks, gas and electricity grids, and hydrogen integration.

  4. Building Technology and Smart Homes

    Energy-efficient buildings, HVAC systems, and smart home concepts.

  5. Solar Energy Technologies

    Solar thermal and photovoltaic systems: components, simulation, planning, and efficiency evaluation.

  6. Cost and Investment Management

    Covers cost accounting, investment evaluation, and integration of sustainability criteria.

Project Design and Development

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Team-based development and design project with practical engineering tasks.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Control Engineering

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Introduction to control loops, modeling, stability analysis, controller design, and simulation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Distribution and CHP Plants

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Focus on CHP technologies, heat networks, gas and electricity grids, and hydrogen integration.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Building Technology and Smart Homes

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Energy-efficient buildings, HVAC systems, and smart home concepts.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Solar Energy Technologies

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Solar thermal and photovoltaic systems: components, simulation, planning, and efficiency evaluation.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Cost and Investment Management

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Covers cost accounting, investment evaluation, and integration of sustainability criteria.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Practical Seminar

    Develops key skills such as presentation, teamwork, and conflict management.

  2. Internship

    The module involves practical training in a company related to energy technology and renewable energies. It includes working on real engineering tasks, gaining insight into operational processes, and applying and deepening previously acquired technical and methodological skills.

  3. Project and Quality Management

    Project and quality management methods including planning, risk analysis, and standards.

Practical Seminar

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Develops key skills such as presentation, teamwork, and conflict management.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Internship

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:58.0pt;width:411pt;">The module involves practical training in a company related to energy technology and renewable energies. It includes working on real engineering tasks, gaining insight into operational processes, and applying and deepening previously acquired technical and methodological skills.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Project and Quality Management

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Project and quality management methods including planning, risk analysis, and standards.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Project

    Independent interdisciplinary project with technical and economic focus.

  2. Elective

    The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.

  3. Elective

    The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.

  4. Solar Buildings and Energy Consulting

    Energy consulting, building refurbishment, simulation, and advanced building concepts.

  5. Energy Markets and Coupling Sectors

    Analysis of energy markets and sector coupling technologies including power-to-X.

  6. Smart Grids and Wind Energy

    Smart grids, grid stability, and wind turbine analysis and design.

Project

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Independent interdisciplinary project with technical and economic focus.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Elective

<figure class="table" style="width:418pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:29.0pt;width:418pt;">The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Elective

<figure class="table" style="width:418pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:29.0pt;width:418pt;">The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Solar Buildings and Energy Consulting

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Energy consulting, building refurbishment, simulation, and advanced building concepts.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy Markets and Coupling Sectors

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Analysis of energy markets and sector coupling technologies including power-to-X.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Smart Grids and Wind Energy

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Smart grids, grid stability, and wind turbine analysis and design.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

  1. Elective

    The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.

  2. Bachelor's Thesis and Seminar

    Preparation for the bachelor’s thesis through scientific work and topic planning.Independent work on an engineering topic, often with practical relevance.

  3. Energy from Biomass and Biogenic Residues

    Use of biomass via combustion, gasification, fermentation, and plant design.

  4. Mobility within the Energy System

    Examines mobility, powertrains, charging infrastructure, and grid integration.

Elective

<figure class="table" style="width:418pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:29.0pt;width:418pt;">The compulsory elective modules in the specialist subject area can be chosen according to your field of study and personal interests.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Bachelor's Thesis and Seminar

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Preparation for the bachelor’s thesis through scientific work and topic planning.</td></tr><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Independent work on an engineering topic, often with practical relevance.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Energy from Biomass and Biogenic Residues

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Use of biomass via combustion, gasification, fermentation, and plant design.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Mobility within the Energy System

<figure class="table" style="width:411pt;"><table><tbody><tr><td style="height:28.5pt;width:411pt;">Examines mobility, powertrains, charging infrastructure, and grid integration.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Curriculum Energy Systems and Renewable Energies — Overview of all semesters and modules
1. Semester
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Computer Science in Engineering
  • Basics of Mechanical Design
  • Statics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Energy Systems and Energy Economics
2. Semester
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Material Science
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Thermodynamics 1
  • Energy Storage
  • Entrepreneurship and Sustainability
3. Semester
  • Product Development and CAD
  • Measurement Engineering
  • Machine Elements
  • Thermodynamics 2
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Thermal Energy Technology and Power Plants
4. Semester
  • Project Design and Development
  • Control Engineering
  • Energy Distribution and CHP Plants
  • Building Technology and Smart Homes
  • Solar Energy Technologies
  • Cost and Investment Management
5. Semester
  • Practical Seminar
  • Internship
  • Project and Quality Management
6. Semester
  • Project
  • Elective
  • Elective
  • Solar Buildings and Energy Consulting
  • Energy Markets and Coupling Sectors
  • Smart Grids and Wind Energy
7. Semester
  • Elective
  • Bachelor's Thesis and Seminar
  • Energy from Biomass and Biogenic Residues
  • Mobility within the Energy System

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Interesting Facts

  1. Internships

    The study programme requires a preparatory internship of 8 weeks.
    It has to be completed before the start of the 4th semester (during semester breaks). The preparatory internship is not part of our admission requirements.

  2. Funding for Studies

    At THI, students have access to a wide range of support options in the form of scholarships. We recommend that students living on their own budget for at least 700–900 EUR per month for personal expenses (accommodation, health insurance, food, books, tuition fees). 

     

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  3. Research partner InES

    The Institute for New Energy Systems (InES) supports applied research projects worldwide in many areas of the energy sector. Representatives from industry are also available as experts, contributing through guest lectures and project ideas. The network of contacts built up over the past 20 years enables a wide range of work placements with national or international companies.

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  4. Renewable Energies Master in English!

    Once you have completed your Bachelor studies, you have the opportunity to continue with the English language Master of Science "Renewable Energy Systems" here at THI!

  5. Important notice on application agencies

    THI charges tuition fees of 800 euros per semester (for Bachelor’s degree programmes). We are committed to providing our students with the best possible conditions to develop their skills and personalities for the working world of the future. At our International Welcome Centre, you will find excellent services and support. Our degree programmes offer the best possible study conditions.

This is an admission-free Bachelor course.
Please find all necessary information on application for bachelor study courses. 
 

Short information on application process - 2 steps

1. Apply at Uni - Assist

If you obtained your higher secondary school certificate outside of Germany, uni-assist has to verify your eligibility to study in Germany and to convert school grades to the German grading system. You will have to submit all required documents to uni-assist. Please keep in mind: this step takes four to six weeks.

2. Apply in THI PRIMUSS Portal 

Please find all necessary information on application for bachelor study courses. 
 

Language skills

  • English: the programme is taught entirely in English language. Sufficient language skills are essential to successfully complete the coursework: link to overview. 
     
  • German: German language skills are not required for admission, but we strongly recommend learning german or enhancing german language skills, as most employers expect at least A2 level. THI offers German courses at different levels.

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