Inter-disciplinary degree course with broad basic education; Small groups, personal counselling; International orientation; Close collaboration with partners in industry and with research institutions; Large practical component through projects relating to industry; High proportion of elective courses allowing students to specialise and receive practical training.

Students can go on semesters abroad at many international partner universities without extending the duration of their course. Personal consultation and curriculum planning for the period of study abroad; There are also many contacts to international companies where students can write their theses abroad.

Modern laboratories and technical facilities, e.g. laboratory for robotics and automation with state-of-the-art robot systems; Regular replacement of devices and equipment, in part from grants and research projects; Laboratories are integrated in current research and practical studies

Diverse research and development projects; Early involvement of students in application-oriented research projects; Additional qualification option in these projects (Master's, PhD In cooperation with other universities); Topics from research projects are incorporated into teaching; Close practical orientation through collaboration of students in technology transfer.

Opportunities to support spin-offs via Innovation and Research Centre (IFC) at the Tuttlingen Campus

Innovative simulation centres for education and research in mechanical engineering and medical technology; Internationally recognised competence centre for polishing and superfinishing; Study centre at the Rottweil location with modern robotics and coating systems