Practically oriented topics in teaching; Networking with local companies in Mechanical Engineering, the Automotive Industry and Medical Technology; Transfer from research to teaching; Practitioners as part-time instructors and guest lecturers; Possibility of a practice-integrated degree course through cooperation with companies; Tutorials in the initial phase of the degree course; Small groups for exercises and practicals; Regular consultation hours and guidance services from teachers; Support from student coaches; Bright teaching rooms with new media technology; Outstanding teaching and learning atmosphere on campus.

Well-established annual excursions to Scotland and the USA

Media technology in all classrooms. Computer pools in the department and in the IT service unit are always open. Laboratories: Laser sintering plant, various 3D printers, wire EDM machine, die sinking EDM machine, CO² laser cutting machine, CNC universal turning centre, climatic chamber, material testing laboratory, small engine test bench, wind tunnel, test plant, high bay warehouse, spark emission spectrometer, gas turbine test bench, combined heat and power unit test bench, GOM extensometer etc. Extensive library stock of E-Books and databases.

Research on renewable energies; Research on Lightweight Vehicle Construction; Research on E-Mobility; Research on recycling materials; Research on additive manufacturing processes.

Exchange with the responsible chamber of industry and commerce (IHK), close links with the town's economic development department

Pretty campus, excellent refectory, very good media equipment in the classrooms, committed student body, town of Soest and surroundings with a lot of recreational activities