Overview

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) program in Mechanical Engineering (International) in Automotive Engineering at Carl Benz School is completed over a duration of 3 years (6 semesters). The program begins with a so-called Pre-Semester, a preparatory course in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English.

After two years of intermediate studies, which cover the basic concepts of Mechanical Engineering, students can choose to specialize in either Automotive Engineering, Energy Engineering or Global Production Management. Carl Benz School students will graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).

Specialization in Automotive Engineering

The automotive industry is currently experiencing a drastic boost in innovation with regard to the development of marketable electro motors, optimization of combustion engines and light-weight design.

Students who choose to specialize in Automotive Engineering profit from the fact that the automotive industry is Germany’s largest industry sector with a turnover of approximately 404 billion Euros in 2015, covering 20% of Germany`s industry revenues overall. Ten out of the 100 largest automotive suppliers have either their headquarters or one of their subsidiaries near Karlsruhe. At the KIT more than 40 institutes with 800 scientists are conducting research for safer, more comfortable and more efficient cars.

About the university

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is ranked #1 in employability amongst all German universities and achieves numerous top placements in the field of engineering every year (see KIT Rankings). As the Mechanical Engineering College of the KIT, the Carl Benz School of Engineering offers high-quality lectures by excellent professors of the KIT. All students receive an individualized all-in-one service package, support, additional training and study guidance in order to develop their professional profile.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Advanced Mathematics
Engineering Mechanics
Mechanical Design
Basics in Manufacturing Technology
Materials Science
Computer Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Karlsruhe, Germany

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering View 10 other Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High School Degree
Excellent grades in Math & Physics: in last two years of the High School Transcript of Records. Should this not be the case, applicants may upload SAT II Subject test scores or a comparable equivalent in the missing subject.
SAT Test: Math, Evidence-Based Reading and Writing at least 1200 points.
Applicants are required to include proof of English language proficiency in the form of TOEFL, IELTS, CAE, CPE or UNIcert should English not be their native language. If English has been the language of instruction, applicants may submit the Declaration of English Proficiency form.
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Tuition Fee

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International

14000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7000 EUR per semester during 36 months.
EU/EEA

14000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7000 EUR per semester during 36 months.

Living costs for Karlsruhe

780 - 1140 EUR /month

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Scholarships Information

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