Bachelor's degree programme Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (B.Eng.)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Technical University of Applied Sciences Wurzburg Schweinfurt

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (B.Eng.) at THWS offers a perfect blend of theory and hands-on practice over 7 semesters, equipping you with skills to innovate in tech-driven fields like automation, energy systems, and digital networks. It's ideal for curious problem-solvers who love building things, coding solutions, and tackling real-world challenges—no admission restrictions mean you can dive right in and shape the future.

Curriculum structure

1st to 3rd semester (Foundation phase):
You'll kick off with the essentials of electrical engineering, diving into circuit theory and electrical components to understand how systems power up, while mathematics and physics build your analytical toolkit for engineering challenges. In IT, you'll master programming, algorithms, and data structures, plus hands-on work with microprocessors—all rounded out by technical mechanics and materials science to give you a rock-solid base for what's next. This phase sets you up to think like an engineer from day one.

4th to 6th semester (Specialisation phase):
Building on your foundations, you'll specialize in cutting-edge areas like advanced electronics, signal processing, and embedded systems, applying what you've learned to complex projects. Expect deep dives into communication technologies, control systems, and software engineering, with labs that simulate industry scenarios to sharpen your skills. It's here that theory meets innovation, preparing you to design smart solutions.

7th semester (Internship and thesis):
Cap it off with a full internship semester for real-world experience at top companies, gaining insights that make your resume stand out. Wrap up with your bachelor's thesis, tackling a practical project that showcases your expertise—think developing hardware-software prototypes or optimizing energy systems. This practical finale launches you straight into your career with confidence.

Focus areas: High practical share in hard- and software, electronics, microprocessors, energy systems, automation, and digital communication—all tailored for tomorrow's tech leaders.

Learning outcomes: Gain balanced expertise in theoretical foundations and applied skills, ready to develop innovative solutions in dynamic industries like renewable energy and IoT.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Fully accredited B.Eng. program with cooperative study options, ensuring industry-recognized qualifications and seamless entry into engineering roles.

Reputation (employability rankings): THWS grads excel in employability thanks to our practice-focused approach—alumni like those from IEHT advance to doctorates and lead energy research, with strong ties to regional tech hubs for top job placement.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS), the Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (B.Eng.) puts you right in the heart of hands-on learning from day one, blending solid theory with real-world practice at the Schweinfurt Campus Ignaz Schön. You'll dive into labs and projects building circuits, programming microprocessors, and tackling electronics— all backed by a dedicated internship semester that gives you early career exposure and a high share of practical modules across the 7-semester structure. This setup ensures you're not just studying concepts but applying them with cutting-edge tools and team-based challenges that mirror industry demands.

Here are some standout ways you'll build those practical skills specific to this program:
- Modern laboratories for electrical engineering and electronics, where you'll experiment with circuit theory, electrical components, and microprocessor design during the foundation phase (semesters 1-3).
- High-voltage and power engineering labs through the IEHT Institute for Power Engineering and High Voltage Technology, supporting research on energy systems, transmission components, and even innovative setups like the MAVEL Lab for mixed/augmented/virtual reality learning experiences.
- Group project work integrated into modules, fostering skills in algorithms, data structures, programming, technical mechanics, and materials science through collaborative hardware/software applications.
- Dedicated internship semester after the specialization phase, connecting you directly to industry partners for real insights into electrical engineering roles.
- Faculty of Electrical Engineering facilities at Campus Ignaz Schön, including specialized labs for program-related research and practical training in dynamic fields like power systems and IT integration.

Imagine graduating with a portfolio of projects and connections that employers crave— this is your launchpad to innovating in tech.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Bachelor's Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at THWS

The Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (B.Eng.) programme at THWS is designed to give you far more than just theoretical knowledge—it's built around the principle that real learning happens when you're doing, building, and problem-solving in the real world. This 7-semester degree combines rigorous coursework with substantial hands-on experience, ensuring you graduate ready to tackle demanding engineering challenges from day one.

How You'll Learn by Doing

The programme intentionally weaves practical application throughout your entire study experience. Rather than spending years in lectures before touching real equipment, you'll start applying what you learn immediately. The curriculum balances fundamental theoretical concepts with the practical application of hardware and software, meaning you won't just understand electrical circuits on paper—you'll design and test them.

What makes this programme particularly strong is its high share of practice integrated into the learning structure. The programme includes a dedicated internship semester where you transition from campus to industry, gaining firsthand insight into how engineering teams actually work and the real-world problems they solve. This isn't a semester where you're sidelined; it's where theory meets professional practice, and you discover what your career could look like.

The foundation phase (first three semesters) introduces you to core concepts in circuit theory, electrical components, mathematics, and physics, while simultaneously building your programming, algorithms, and data structures knowledge. You'll also engage with design and construction of microprocessors alongside the mathematical and scientific fundamentals that engineers need.

Here's what you'll have access to as a student in this programme:

- Laboratory courses where you apply theoretical knowledge hands-on with real equipment and components
- Project-based learning integrated throughout the curriculum, allowing you to work on authentic engineering problems
- Internship semester providing intensive in-company training and professional experience
- Access to state-of-the-art technologies and close cooperation with industry partners to ensure you're learning with current tools
- Research institutes including the IEHT (Institute for Power Engineering and High Voltage Technology), where advanced research in electrical engineering takes place
- Cooperative studies option available, allowing you to combine academic study with intensive in-company training from winter semester 2025/26 onwards
- Campus facilities located at THWS Schweinfurt, Campus Ignaz Schön, with dedicated engineering infrastructure

The programme structure itself is designed for progressive skill development—you move from foundational coursework into specialisation phases, then into the internship semester and your final capstone project, ensuring you're constantly building on what you've learned while gaining deeper expertise.