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Accident analysis

Accident analysis

When fractions of a second decide lives, responsibility and justice, every detail counts. The part-time Master's degree programme in Accident Analysis (M. Eng.) combines engineering, scientific, technical and IT-based skills to create a unique interdisciplinary course that uses technical knowledge specifically to objectively investigate and assess road accidents.
The aim is to enable experts to reconstruct complex accident events using state-of-the-art methods, analyse data precisely and make scientifically sound statements, whether for expert opinions in court, insurance companies or in vehicle development.
The degree programme is therefore aimed at experts who want to take on responsibility and contribute to greater transparency and road safety with analytical acuity, technical precision and scientific expertise.

Apply online
Degree
Master of Engineering (M. Eng.)
Duration
4 semesters (with typical crediting)
Start of studies
Summer & Winter
Main teaching language
German
Admission restricted
No
Location
50% presence TH Ingolstadt - 50% online
Type of degree program
Extra-occupational
ECTS
90
Study fee
EUR 3,725 per semester + € 82 student union fee

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November 24, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

 

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Curriculum Accident analysis

Presentation of curriculums
Semester
1st Semester

1st semester: Credit transfer modules

  1. Credit transfer modules: Automotive Engineering, Methodological Skills & Social Skills, Basic Legal Concepts

Credit transfer modules: Automotive Engineering, Methodological Skills & Social Skills, Basic Legal Concepts

  1. Vehicle Safety and Automated Driving

  2. Modern Powertrains

  3. Dynamics of Road Users

Vehicle Safety and Automated Driving

Modern Powertrains

Dynamics of Road Users

  1. Preparation of Expert Reports and Public Speaking

  2. Biomechanics and Medical Fundamentals

  3. Accident Investigation and Analysis

Preparation of Expert Reports and Public Speaking

Biomechanics and Medical Fundamentals

Accident Investigation and Analysis

  1. Digital Forensics

  2. Accident Reconstruction

  3. Law in Forensics

Digital Forensics

Accident Reconstruction

Law in Forensics

  1. Master's Thesis

Master's Thesis

Curriculum Accident analysis — Overview of all semesters and modules
1. Semester
  • Credit transfer modules: Automotive Engineering, Methodological Skills & Social Skills, Basic Legal Concepts
2. Semester
  • Vehicle Safety and Automated Driving
  • Modern Powertrains
  • Dynamics of Road Users
3. Semester
  • Preparation of Expert Reports and Public Speaking
  • Biomechanics and Medical Fundamentals
  • Accident Investigation and Analysis
4. Semester
  • Digital Forensics
  • Accident Reconstruction
  • Law in Forensics
5. Semester
  • Master's Thesis

Interesting Facts

  1. What you get

    • In addition to relevant basic skills in the automotive sector, you will also learn various overarching specialisation skills for the assessment, accident analysis and reconstruction of vehicles and their components
    • You will have an understanding of systems and be able to integrate your chosen specialisation into the overall context
    • In addition to technical and methodological skills, you will also acquire overarching qualifications such as social skills, ethics and intercultural aspects
  2. Target group

    University graduates with a degree in an engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, IT or comparable degree programme in Germany and
    abroad, e.g. in the automotive industry and related areas

  3. Job profiles

    Graduates of the degree programme are primarily prepared for specialist and management tasks in the following areas:

    Automotive industry and related areas:

    • Automobile manufacturers
    • Automotive industry suppliers
    • Development service providers in the automotive industry
    • Testing, technical services
    • Expertise offices
    • Consultancy firms
       
  • Proof of successful completion of a degree in engineering, natural sciences, technology or computer science at a German university or a comparable degree with at least 210 ECTS credits or equivalent or an equivalent successful domestic or foreign degree
  • Proof of at least one year of relevant, qualified professional experience after graduation

Questions

Any questions?

Do you have any questions about applications, admission, enrolment, student finance, accommodation or other general topics? If so, please use our contact form and select the relevant topic. This will ensure your enquiry is sent directly to the relevant contact person(s) and can be answered quickly and effectively.

People

Study programme director

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Accident analysis

When fractions of a second decide lives, responsibility and justice, every detail counts. The part-time Master's degree programme in Accident Analysis (M. Eng.) combines engineering, scientific, technical and IT-based skills to create a unique interdisciplinary course that uses technical knowledge specifically to objectively investigate and assess road accidents.
The aim is to enable experts to reconstruct complex accident events using state-of-the-art methods, analyse data precisely and make scientifically sound statements, whether for expert opinions in court, insurance companies or in vehicle development.
The degree programme is therefore aimed at experts who want to take on responsibility and contribute to greater transparency and road safety with analytical acuity, technical precision and scientific expertise.

Apply online
Degree
Master of Engineering (M. Eng.)
Duration
4 semesters (with typical crediting)
Start of studies
Summer & Winter
Main teaching language
German
Admission restricted
No
Location
50% presence TH Ingolstadt - 50% online
Type of degree program
Extra-occupational
ECTS
90
Study fee
EUR 3,725 per semester + € 82 student union fee

Information Event - Online and Free

November 24, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

 

Register Now

Curriculum Accident analysis

Presentation of curriculums
Semester
1st Semester

1st semester: Credit transfer modules

  1. Credit transfer modules: Automotive Engineering, Methodological Skills & Social Skills, Basic Legal Concepts

Credit transfer modules: Automotive Engineering, Methodological Skills & Social Skills, Basic Legal Concepts

  1. Vehicle Safety and Automated Driving

  2. Modern Powertrains

  3. Dynamics of Road Users

Vehicle Safety and Automated Driving

Modern Powertrains

Dynamics of Road Users

  1. Preparation of Expert Reports and Public Speaking

  2. Biomechanics and Medical Fundamentals

  3. Accident Investigation and Analysis

Preparation of Expert Reports and Public Speaking

Biomechanics and Medical Fundamentals

Accident Investigation and Analysis

  1. Digital Forensics

  2. Accident Reconstruction

  3. Law in Forensics

Digital Forensics

Accident Reconstruction

Law in Forensics

  1. Master's Thesis

Master's Thesis

Curriculum Accident analysis — Overview of all semesters and modules
1. Semester
  • Credit transfer modules: Automotive Engineering, Methodological Skills & Social Skills, Basic Legal Concepts
2. Semester
  • Vehicle Safety and Automated Driving
  • Modern Powertrains
  • Dynamics of Road Users
3. Semester
  • Preparation of Expert Reports and Public Speaking
  • Biomechanics and Medical Fundamentals
  • Accident Investigation and Analysis
4. Semester
  • Digital Forensics
  • Accident Reconstruction
  • Law in Forensics
5. Semester
  • Master's Thesis

Interesting Facts

  1. What you get

    • In addition to relevant basic skills in the automotive sector, you will also learn various overarching specialisation skills for the assessment, accident analysis and reconstruction of vehicles and their components
    • You will have an understanding of systems and be able to integrate your chosen specialisation into the overall context
    • In addition to technical and methodological skills, you will also acquire overarching qualifications such as social skills, ethics and intercultural aspects
  2. Target group

    University graduates with a degree in an engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, IT or comparable degree programme in Germany and
    abroad, e.g. in the automotive industry and related areas

  3. Job profiles

    Graduates of the degree programme are primarily prepared for specialist and management tasks in the following areas:

    Automotive industry and related areas:

    • Automobile manufacturers
    • Automotive industry suppliers
    • Development service providers in the automotive industry
    • Testing, technical services
    • Expertise offices
    • Consultancy firms
       
  • Proof of successful completion of a degree in engineering, natural sciences, technology or computer science at a German university or a comparable degree with at least 210 ECTS credits or equivalent or an equivalent successful domestic or foreign degree
  • Proof of at least one year of relevant, qualified professional experience after graduation

Questions

Any questions?

Do you have any questions about applications, admission, enrolment, student finance, accommodation or other general topics? If so, please use our contact form and select the relevant topic. This will ensure your enquiry is sent directly to the relevant contact person(s) and can be answered quickly and effectively.

People

Study programme director

Study programme director

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