M.Sc. English 4 Semesters

Smart Production Engineering (vormals: Networked Production Engineering)

RWTH Aachen Aachen, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2028

uni-assist

Not Required

Language

English

Campus

Aachen

Intake

Winter and Summer

Bewerbungsfrist für Nicht-EU-Bewerber: 1. März eines jeden Jahres; Bewerbungsfrist für EU-Bewerber und Bildungsinländer: 15. Juli eines jeden Jahres

German Requirement

German-taught programmes require proof of German under the DSH ordinance (typically DSH-2)...

Entrance Test

NC (restricted admission)

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RWTH Aachen

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: No tuition, semester contribution only

Non-EU / International

tuition:: No tuition, semester contribution only

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RWTH Aachen, an Universitäten in Aachen, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Smart Production Engineering (vormals: Networked Production Engineering), with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English B2 (TOEFL iBT 80+ or IELTS 6.0+). English-taught.

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English proficiency must be demonstrated in the language of instruction of the chosen program; RWTH publishes the accepted certificates and required levels per programme in its 'Language Requirements at RWTH' PDF, so there is no single university-wide IELTS minimum. TOEFL MyBest scores are not accepted (minimum must be reached in one sitting); only verifiable test results are accepted. Applicants with a school-leaving qualification or academic degree earned in the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand are exempt. Example per-programme requirement: Biomedical Engineering M.Sc. requires TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.0, Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency, or PTE 70.

German Language

German-taught programmes require proof of German under the DSH ordinance (typically DSH-2). Exemptions apply for holders of German-type school-leaving qualifications (Germany, Austria, Luxembourg, German-speaking Switzerland/Belgium/South Tyrol), degrees taught in German at German universities, and bilingual IB diplomas meeting KMK requirements.

Entrance Test

NC (restricted admission)

Verified from the university's official page

Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Zugangsvoraussetzungen

Additional Requirements

120 Weitere Informationen: ECTS sind Leistungspunkte, die den Arbeitsaufwand im Studium messen.
1. Hochschulabschluss, fachliche Vorbildung gem. PO Weitere Informationen:
Voraussetzung für die Studienaufnahme ist ein erster Hochschulabschluss. Die geforderte fachliche Vorbildung ist in der Prüfungsordnung formuliert. Die Feststel
Sprachkenntnisse in Englisch Weitere Informationen: Zur Einschreibung in diesen Studiengang müssen Sie Kenntnisse in der Unterrichtssprache nachweisen. Details
Sprachvoraussetzungen
Bewerbungsfrist für Nicht-EU-Bewerber: 1. März eines jeden Jahres; Bewerbungsfrist für EU-Bewerber und Bildungsinländer: 15. Juli eines jeden Jahres

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Aachen

Subject Groups

Art, Music & Design

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. RWTH Aachen welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Smart Production Engineering (vormals: Networked Production Engineering) in Aachen. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years).

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to RWTH Aachen's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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