Hybrid Electric Propulsion Technology

This master's programme focuses on the design and analysis of hybrid and electric propulsion systems for aerospace and related engineering applications. It combines propulsion, energy systems, electrical engineering, and sustainable mobility perspectives.

Academic requirements

Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor's degree in engineering that grants access to a Master's degree programme in Germany and that is subject-specifically relevant for admission. Each applicant should submit his or her thesis or comparable publication in English language.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

The official programme page requires proof of English proficiency. BTU lists accepted examples including TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.0, Cambridge Advanced grade B, Cambridge Proficiency grade C, or UNIcert II.

German requirements

German language skills are not required for admission to this study programme.

Accepted bachelor fields

The official programme page requires a first degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, energy engineering, or a related engineering field.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

373.80 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official BTU semester-fee page.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 373.80 EUR per semester for Summer Semester 2026 according to the current official BTU semester-fee page.

Graduates of the programme will be able to work in different fields related to sustainable mobility worldwide such as academic and industrial research and development, design and manufacturing industries as well as planning and policy-making organisations.

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