Automotive Systems

General Information
Create alternative concepts for a technological change with a master’s degree in Automative Systems.
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"An experience that changes your life" - Alfonso Rivera, ASM class of 2014

 

BUILD YOUR CAREER IN AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS

The programme is designed for students who wish to become highly qualified engineers in the field of automotive systems, who wish to work in the development of feedback control systems, automotive software and automotive electronics. Students have to choose one of the two majors:

Automotive IT: Innovative car communication software

Vehicle Systems: Steering, suspension, ride & handling

 

A ONE-of-A-KIND ECOSYSTEM OF BIG PLAYERS, HIDDEN CHAMPIONS AND START-UPS

Esslingen University has a long tradition in educating mechanical and automotive engineers. The university has always taken advantage of its location in one of the major centres of the European industry, closely linked to the nearby companies, such as Bosch, Daimler, Audi, Festo, Porsche and many others.

 

Learn to work in an interdisciplinary and intercultural environment

The ASM programme reflects the needs of globally-oriented companies. We offer the opportunity for students from diverse cultural backgrounds to study, work and live together. This is made possible through an active contact with partner universities in many countries throughout the world. The intercultural co-operation on project work is also of added value to master's students.

 

Our Programmes: Students' #1 Choice!

The online portal "StudyPortals" asked students from 150 German universities how satisfied they were. We are very proud to announce that, out of these 150 German universities, Esslingen came in 10th place, flanked by top international universities of great renown.

 

Accreditation

The Esslingen master's programmes at Esslingen Graduate School were among the first to be accredited in Germany and are regularly reaccredited by the Accreditation Agency ZevA (Zentrale Evaluations- und Akkreditierungsagentur).

 

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Next application period: November 2 - March 31 for Winter Semester 2024-2025

Academic Coordinator

Prof. Mathias Oberhauser

Degree programme leaflet

Automotive Systems (M.Eng)

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Facts and Figures

Facts and Figures - at a glance

Degree awardedMaster of Engineering (M.Eng.)
FacultyMobility and Technology
CampusEsslingen City Centre Campus
Number of semesters3
Language of instructionEnglish
Information on admission requirements

Application Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in:

- Automotive / Mechanical Engineering (for Vehicle Systems)

- Information Technology / Electrical Engineering (for Automotive IT)

  • English language test (TOEFEL/IELTS)

Further Course Information:

  • Course Start September 1st
  • Course Duration 18 months
  • Course Fees (Per Semester) 1500 Euro
Specialisation

Vehicle Systems: Steering, suspension, ride & handling

Automotive IT: Innovative car communication software

Application and Admission

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Application period: 2 November - 31 March                 

Application requirements:

You can see our attachement packages and FAQ here.

Prior Study

  • Bachelor’s Degree in:
    • Automotive / Mechanical Engineering (for Vehicle Systems)
    • Information Technology / Electrical Engineering (for Automotive IT)

English Language

  • International TOEFL score of at least 530 paper-based, 197 computer-based, 71 internet-based (our code: 1680)
  • An academic IELTS score of at least 6.0
  • OPT test 75 points
  • Cambridge Certificate (CAE or FCE)
  • We do not accept the institutional TOEFL.
  • Native English speakers and applicants who have completed their undergraduate degree entirely in English (certification from university) are exempt from the English language test.

German Language

  • Minimum level A1 upon arrival
  • Minimum level A2 before the end ofthe second semester

Admission:

All applications are handled through our Admission Form.

Upon clicking through to the form you will be asked to Register yourself with some basic details to create an account before you are redirected to the actual application form.

The form can be partially completed and saved so that you are able to return and update if there is any information missing. Documents can be uploaded directly in to the form where necessary.

Please note that once you have clicked 'Submit' on the final page of the form no further changes can be made.

 

APS-Certificate:

If you received your degree in China, Vietnam, India or Mongolia, we require that you present an APS-Certificate when applying to study at the Esslingen Graduate School. You can obtain an APS-Certificate by applying for one at the German Embassy in your home country. Note that this can take some time so if this applies to you please make sure that you start the process as soon as possible.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition for the International M. Eng. Master Programmes is €1500 per semester/semester. Additional fees and general cost of living apply. More information on the fees can be found here.

Modules

Vehicle Systems

1. Semester

Mathematical Methods in Engineering
8 ECTS

Mathematical Methods in Engineering

Modules:

  • Submodule Numerical Analysis
  • Submodule Numerical Differential Equations

Module Contents:

  • Linear systems
  • Matrix eigenvalue problems
  • Linear least square problems
  • Nonlinear systems
  • Nonlinear Least square problems
  • Ordinary differential equations: Euler’s method, Runge-Kutta methods, Multistep methods, Stability and stiffness
  • Partial differential equations: Finite difference methods and Finite element methods

Offered: Winter term only

Type of assessment:

  • Submodule Numerical Analysis: final written examination part I 60min
  • Submodule Numerical Differential Equations: final written examination part II: 60 min

Simulation & Control
8 ECTS

Simulation & Control

Module content:

  • Lecture Basic Control
  • Lecture Advanced Control
  • Lab Classical and Modern Control Design

Offered winter term only

Type of assessment

  • Lecture Basic Control: final written examination part I, 50 min
  • Lecture Advanced Control: final written examination part II, 70 min
  • Lab Classical and Modern Control Design: Lab report

System Design
8 ECTS

System Design

Module Content:

  • System Development 4 ECTS
  • System and Software Architecture 4 ECTS

Offered: Winter term only

Type of assessment:

  • System Development: final written examination part I: 60min
  • System and Software Architecture: final written examination part II: 60min

IT Fundamentals
6 ECTS

2. Semester

Team Project
8 ECTS

Team Project

  • application of project management
  • constitution of hierarchy (project-manager, teams members)
  • constitution of project structure (time schedule, work packages
  • realisation of given task
  • documentation and evaluation of results presentation of results
  • project feedback

Offered: Only Summer term

Type of assessment (total): Report and Presentation 20 min

Propulsion Systems
6 ECTS

Propulsion Systems

Module Content

  • Lecture Engine Control Systems 2 ECTS
  • Lecture Transmission Control 3 ECTS
  • Lecture Transmission Systems 3 ECTS

Offered: Summer term only

Type of Assessment:

  • Lecture Engine Control Systems: final written examination 60 min
  • Lecture Transmission Control: final written examination part I together with transmission systems 60 min
  • Lecture Transmission Systems: final written examination part II together with transmission systems 60 min

 

 

Ride & Handling
8 ECTS

Ride & Handling

Module Content

  • Lecture Handling 4 ECTS
  • Suspension Modeling 4 ECTS

Offered: only Summer term

Type of Assessment

  • Lecture Handling: final written examination 90 min
  • Suspension Modeling: final written examination 90 min

 

Autonomous Systems
8 ECTS

Autonomous Systems

Module Content

  • Lecture Longitudinal Dynamics 1 ECTS
  • Lecture Ride Comfort Modeling and Simulation 2 ECTS
  • Lecture Automotive Controller systems  1 ECTS
  • Lab Long. Dynamics, Ride Comfort and Automotive Controller Systems 3 ECTS

Offered: only Winter term

Type of Assessment

  • Lecture Longitudinal Dynamics: Final written examination part I: 30 min
  • Lecture Ride Comfort Modeling and Simulation: Final written examination part I: 30 min
  • Lecture Automotive Controller systems: Final written examination part III: 30 min
  • Lab Long. Dynamics, Ride Comfort and Automotive Controller Systems:
3. Semester

Soft Skills
7 ECTS

Soft Skills

Module Content:

  • Submodule Global Engineering: 2 ECTS 
  • Submodule Project Management: 2 ECTS
  • Submodule International Negotiations: 3 ECTS

Offered only in winter semester

Exam form:

  • Submodule Global Engineering: Final written examination part I 45 min  and Report and Presentation
  • Submodule Project Management:  Final written examination part II 45 min  and Report and Presentation
  • Submodule International Negotiations: Final written examination 60 min

 

Master's Thesis
23 ECTS

Master's Thesis

The master thesis is an examination and consists of the master thesis project and the presentation and defense. It shall show that the examinees themselves are able to handle and solve a problem with scientific methods on their own and within a set timeframe.

Prerequisites:

  • comprehensive foundations in the area of the scientific work
  • knowledge of project management, documentation and presentation technique

Module contents:

  • constitution of project structure (time schedule, work packages)
  • realisation of given task with scientific methods and within a given timeframe
  • documentation and evaluation of result
  • presentation and defense of results

Offered only in Winter semester

 

Automotive IT

1. Semester

Mathematical Methods in Engineering
8 ECTS

Mathematical Methods in Engineering

Modules:

  • Submodule Numerical Analysis
  • Submodule Numerical Differential Equations

Module Contents:

  • Linear systems
  • Matrix eigenvalue problems
  • Linear least square problems
  • Nonlinear systems
  • Nonlinear Least square problems
  • Ordinary differential equations: Euler’s method, Runge-Kutta methods, Multistep methods, Stability and stiffness
  • Partial differential equations: Finite difference methods and Finite element methods

Offered: Winter term only

Type of assessment:

  • Submodule Numerical Analysis: final written examination part I 60min
  • Submodule Numerical Differential Equations: final written examination part II: 60 min

System Design
8 ECTS

System Design

Module Content:

  • System Development 4 ECTS
  • System and Software Architecture 4 ECTS

Offered: Winter term only

Type of assessment:

  • System Development: final written examination part I: 60min
  • System and Software Architecture: final written examination part II: 60min

Simulation & Control
8 ECTS

Simulation & Control

Module content:

  • Lecture Basic Control
  • Lecture Advanced Control
  • Lab Classical and Modern Control Design

Offered winter term only

Type of assessment

  • Lecture Basic Control: final written examination part I, 50 min
  • Lecture Advanced Control: final written examination part II, 70 min
  • Lab Classical and Modern Control Design: Lab report

Vehicle System Fundamentals
6 ECTS

Vehicle System Fundamentals

  • Motor Vehicles, 3 ECTS
  • Introduction to Vehicle Propulsion, 2 ECTS
  • Lab Motor Vehicles, 1 ECTS
2. Semester

Automotive Communications
7 ECTS

Automotive Communications

     

    Usability and Dependability
    7 ECTS

    Team Project
    8 ECTS

    Team Project

    • application of project management
    • constitution of hierarchy (project-manager, teams members)
    • constitution of project structure (time schedule, work packages
    • realisation of given task
    • documentation and evaluation of results presentation of results
    • project feedback

    Offered: Only Summer term

    Type of assessment (total): Report and Presentation 20 min

    Autonomous Systems
    8 ECTS

    Autonomous Systems

    Module Content

    • Lecture Longitudinal Dynamics 1 ECTS
    • Lecture Ride Comfort Modeling and Simulation 2 ECTS
    • Lecture Automotive Controller systems  1 ECTS
    • Lab Long. Dynamics, Ride Comfort and Automotive Controller Systems 3 ECTS

    Offered: only Winter term

    Type of Assessment

    • Lecture Longitudinal Dynamics: Final written examination part I: 30 min
    • Lecture Ride Comfort Modeling and Simulation: Final written examination part I: 30 min
    • Lecture Automotive Controller systems: Final written examination part III: 30 min
    • Lab Long. Dynamics, Ride Comfort and Automotive Controller Systems:
    3. Semester

    Master's Thesis
    23 ECTS

    Master's Thesis

    The master thesis is an examination and consists of the master thesis project and the presentation and defense. It shall show that the examinees themselves are able to handle and solve a problem with scientific methods on their own and within a set timeframe.

    Prerequisites:

    • comprehensive foundations in the area of the scientific work
    • knowledge of project management, documentation and presentation technique

    Module contents:

    • constitution of project structure (time schedule, work packages)
    • realisation of given task with scientific methods and within a given timeframe
    • documentation and evaluation of result
    • presentation and defense of results

    Offered only in Winter semester

     

    Soft Skills
    7 ECTS

    Soft Skills

    Module Content:

    • Submodule Global Engineering: 2 ECTS 
    • Submodule Project Management: 2 ECTS
    • Submodule International Negotiations: 3 ECTS

    Offered only in winter semester

    Exam form:

    • Submodule Global Engineering: Final written examination part I 45 min  and Report and Presentation
    • Submodule Project Management:  Final written examination part II 45 min  and Report and Presentation
    • Submodule International Negotiations: Final written examination 60 min

     

    Full course description

    Modules in Vehicle Systems

    Modules in Automotive IT

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    Career prospects

    The Esslingen Graduates HAVE EXCELLENT CAREER PROSPECTS

    Approximately 95% of our students are international: about 50% of our ASM/DDM Alumni live in Germany after graduation.

    STARTING SALARY

    The yearly starting salary of our graduates is, on average, between 50,000€ and 70,000€.

    AREA OF WORK

    Our graduates typically continue to a range of occupations from middle to top management.

    Vehicle Systems graduates aim to work in the field of development and testing of innovative automotive functions for steering, suspension and powertrain to improve ride & handling, stability, driveability and fuel economy.

    Automotive IT graduates will have the chance to work in the field of development, market launch and supervision of vehicle series production, of suitable and innovative car communication systems and of safe software.

     

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