Degree focuses on product development and production engineering; Specialisation in mechatronics, digital product development, computational mechanics, digital production technology possible; Strong interdisciplinary focus; Relatively high proportion of electronic and information technology content which is required for the development and production of modern technology; High methodical competence; Broad expertise in application softwareComputer algebra, CAD, FEM, MBS, databases and programming environments; Strong practical focus through project-oriented modules, practicals, final dissertations in industry

Establishment of a one-semester cross-university degree programme in English for foreign exchange students (incoming students); Establishment of a mobility window as part of the curriculum for stays abroad (outgoing students) at foreign partner universities; Long-standing cooperation and regular student exchange with the University of the West of Scotland (GB), Université d'Artois (F), etc.; Transparent rules for the recognition of credits earned abroad; Regular information events about study periods abroad

New building with excellently equipped lecture halls and seminar rooms; Modern laboratories for materials technology, materials testing, manufacturing technology, 3D scanning technology, CNC machine tools, factory planning, measurement and control technology, drive technology, robotics, transport systems, additive manufacturing processes; Generously equipped computer pools with 120 seats; Well-equipped with software (computer algebra, CAD, FEM, MBS, etc.); modern library; Access to many relevant electronic databases, DIN and ISO standards as well as VDI and VDE guidelines

Close cooperation with the University of Leipzig (biomechanics and medical engineering), TU Dresden (lightweight construction), regional Helmholtz Centres and Fraunhofer Institutes; Development cooperation with regional and national commercial enterprises; High research competence in the development of mechatronic systems (robotics, medical engineering, intralogistics), computer-aided digital simulations (FEM, MBS, ...), additive manufacturing methods, lightweight construction, materials engineering, alternative energy systems.

Technical consultation and support for business start-ups by the Startbahn13 team; Professional consultation on product developments; Consultation on the transfer of research and development results

Inter-disciplinary teaching staff; Strong links with electrical and information technology; Broad involvement of students in ongoing research and development projects