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Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)Automotive Systems

Do you want to work on the Automotive Systems of the future today? Then choose this degree course, with its contents geared towards future mobility trends. Here you will learn how to advance Autonomous Driving, e-mobility, innovative means of transport and future-proof transport concepts. This is exactly what will make you interesting for many companies in the mobility industry after graduation.

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Students wishing to take this programme must have pre-degree practical technical experience in a relevant industrial field or have gained experience of a similar nature while at school or during their vocational training. It is also possible to gain this practical technical experience during the semester break once you have commenced your programme.

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  1. 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 for a successful application.

  2. Register on hochschulstart.de
    Please register on the national application portal hochschulstart.de to receive your Applicant ID.

  3. Register and apply on HEonline
    The next step is to register on Esslingen’s HEonline Campus Management System and apply for one or more degree programmes. When you have submitted your application on HEonline, you can also see it on hochschulstart and prioritise your choices.

  4. Upload your documents
    We need your documents and certificates so that we can process your application. Please upload them on the HEonline Campus Management System. We must have your documents by the application deadline at the latest.

  5. All done!
    You can check the status of your application at any time via HEonline. You should keep your login details in a safe place. Shortly after the application deadline, you will be able to see whether you have received an admission offer on HEonline and hochschulstart.

suitability

For whom is the study programme suitable?

Do you want to get things moving? Whether it be electrically, digitally, networked or autonomously: If you are passionate about modern motor vehicles, autonomous systems and sustainable mobility solutions, then this is the right degree programme for you.

What else will help you in this degree

  • An interest in maths and sciences
  • A structured way of working
  • Enthusiasm for working with computers and software
  • Ability to abstract
Students solving an application-orientated task in the laboratory Copyright information: KD Busch

Future topics

I decided to study Automotive Systems because mobility is currently facing a major change. Electromobility, autonomous and connected driving are the big topics that will occupy us in the future. And here, at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, we are optimally prepared for this. The special thing about our degree programme is that you can find your personal orientation in the 4th and 6th semesters in mandatory elective modules.

Vincent Gerber, student of the Automotive Systems degree programmee
Student of the Automotive Systems degree programme
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What distinguishes usGood reasons for studying at Esslingen University

Study with the best

Very  good spot in the top group nationwide in the CHE University Ranking ZEIT Campus Guide

Advanced practical placement

Young talent development programmes such as the BMW Group’s SpeedUp sponsorship programme offer financial support.

Network

The Faculty of Mobility & Technology is one of the largest and works closely with the vehicle industry and supplier companies.

Support

World market leaders (Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Bosch or Porsche) support teaching in many areas.

International experience

You can gain experience worldwide in an internship abroad or a study period at a partner university. 

Formula Student

In addition to your studies, you can deepen your knowledge in the racing team, develop and implement ideas and celebrate success together.

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Interested? Apply now! for the wintersemester 2025/2026

Your personal contactContact us

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Prof. Dr. Norbert Schreier

Tel: +49 711 397-3300
E-Mail: Norbert.Schreier@hs-esslingen.de
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