Production processes are largely fully automated. Highly qualified engineers develop and optimise them innovatively and efficiently on the basis of Automation Systems. You too want to work in this high-tech sector? With a degree in Automation Systems and Production Informatics, you can get started in many industries and actively help shape the digitalisation of production.
Campus City Centre
Period in semester7 Semester
Languages of instructionGerman
Application PeriodsWinter semester: 30 April to 15 September
Summer semester: 31 October to 1 March
Continuing Master ProgramsResource Efficiency in Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics/ Systems Engineering
Smart Factory
You can expect content that reflects the high level of technology and digitalisation in modern production:
You will be well positioned in the field of automation and digitalisation: Topics that are of great importance for companies in all sectors in the context of safeguarding the future and further development. Thanks to the hands-on training, you can be immediately employed as a fully-fledged specialist. You will have a wide range of skills to get you started straight away: With world market leaders in the automotive industry or in mechanical engineering, with their suppliers and with innovative medium-sized companies.
The level of automation in the factory of the future is very high – and so is the need for skilled workers:
There are no admission restrictions for this degree programme.
You enrol and secure your place on the degree programme for the upcoming semester.
Du möchtest Deine Praxiserfahrung in einem unserer Partnerunternehmen intensivieren und finanziell abgesichert studieren? Dann informiere Dich über die Studienmodelle „Studium Plus - Ausbildung" und „Studium Plus - Erweiterte Praxis"
Check the requirements
Do you have a university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur/Fachhochschulreife), a school leaving qualification from a country other than Germany, or a vocational qualification? If you do, you have already fulfilled the first requirement.
Register on HEonline and choose a degree programme
Use your personal details to register on the HEonline Campus Management System and choose the degree programme you want to take.
Upload your documents
Upload your documents and certificates onto the HEonline Campus Management System. We must have your documents by the enrolment deadline at the latest.
Receive your confirmation of admission and accept the university place you are offered
When you have submitted all the necessary information, you will receive an email with the pro forma letter of admission with the offer of a place at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences. You can now accept the offer of a place in your HEonline account.
Apply to enrol
When you have uploaded all your documents and certificates by the deadline specified and paid the mandatory fees and subscriptions, you must confirm your details and submit them to us. This automatically submits your enrolment application. You are then enrolled for the upcoming semester at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences. You will receive an email welcoming you to Esslingen and providing you with some initial information.
Yes, for degree programmes which have no admission restrictions (no NC), there is no prior selection procedure. All applicants will be awarded a university place directly when all necessary documents have been submitted by the enrolment deadline, the documents have been examined and the administration fees have been paid.
Unfortunately not. We require your certificate by the enrolment deadline at the latest.
You are financially secure and acquire a thorough knowledge of a company while you are still studying.
If you decide to take the “Degree Programme Plus” option, you combine an apprenticeship and a degree programme (leading to a B.Eng. degree) at Esslingen.
With the “degree programme with enhanced phases of practical experience”, you enter into an agreement with one of our partner companies to complete all the practical phases of your programme in that company and work there during the semester break. In return, the company supports you financially while you are studying.
During my studies at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, I certainly appreciated the pleasant working atmosphere during the lectures and the open communication with my lecturers and the President’s Office. The lectures in combination with the associated labs helped me a lot in practice.
Arian Zeneli, Alumni of the Automation Systems and Production Informatics degree programme
The high-tech laboratories cover the wide range of automation technology.
A preliminary course in maths and physics, welcome days and mentors make it easier to become familiar with everyday student life.
In joint projects with other students, you will develop soft skills such as teamwork and networking.
You will benefit from the numerous collaborations between Esslingen University of Applied Sciences and globally operating companies.
The content of the study programme is close to the new technical developments, such as Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things.
Study plus academic and vocational training with extended practice - vocational training, practical relevance and financial security.
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