Computational Methods in Engineering

STUDY PROGRAMME

Computational Methods in Engineering

Degree Conferred Master of Science (M.Sc.) Duration 4 Semesters Enrollment Wintersemester Admission restriction No restricted admission Entry requirements Relevant bachelor's degree (at least 180 CP) and an average grade of at least 2.5 determined from the examination results.

Proof of subject-specific competence through:
- A minimum of 25 CP in the competency areas of Mathematics and Computer Science (including at least 15 CP in Mathematics and at least 5 CP in Computer Science),
- 40 CP in the competency area of Fundamentals of Engineering Sciences (including 10 CP in Engineering Mechanics and 5 CP in Fluid Mechanics or Thermodynamics)

If the degree has not yet been obtained at the time of application and no more than 25 CP are missing until the completion of the bachelor's degree program, an application is possible. Nevertheless, proof of subject-specific competences and the determined average grade of 2.300 must be provided at the time of application (except uni-assist applications). Furthermore, sufficient knowledge of the English language at the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages must be demonstrated.

Applicants must provide one of the following proofs:
TOEFL-Test C1 (95-120 iBT)
IELTS C1 (7.0)
CAE (Certificate of Advanced English)
or asking for an equivalence test at the examination board of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering.

In addition to the general admission requirements, applicants who have obtained their Bachelor’s degree in India, Bangladesh or Pakistan must provide proof of subject-specific knowledge by submitting results from either the “Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test” or the “Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)” with the minimum required score or higher (see annex: Proof of Subject-Specific Knowledge via GRE General Test or GATE in the Context of Admission Requirements in the Program-Specific Study and Examination Regulations)
Graduates from an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) or the Indian Institute of Science (IISc Bengaluru) are exempt from the GATE requirement. Instead of the GATE/GRE document, they must submit their academic transcript from their respective institution (IIT or IISc).

 Application deadline      Applicants with German Bachelor degree   an der OVGU 15 September     Applicants with International Bachelor degree   über uni-assist 15 July Language English


Objectives

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates can draw on a portfolio of knowledge, skills, and competencies in the field of numerical simulation, modeling of engineering problems, and a profound understanding of mechanical issues. Graduates specialize in simulating structures, fluids, thermomechanical processes, and electromechanical interactions, and are capable of translating complex physical systems into mechanical models and utilizing appropriate tools to predict system behavior through advanced numerical analysis.

Career Perspectives

The methods in the field of Computational Methods in Engineering are the future-oriented techniques that modern engineers need. Typical applications include among others:

  • 3D structural analysis, nonlinear dynamics, optimization, multibody dynamics, crash simulations, and acoustics in automotive engineering and general mechanical engineering
  • Fluid-structure interaction, structural optimization, supersonic flight properties, and high-temperature loads in aerodynamics and process engineering
  • Material models (e.g. bones, tissue), prostheses, implants, and artificial blood vessels in biomechanics and medical technology

Graduates will work professionally at the interfaces between mechanical engineering, process engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and mathematics as specialists in numerical analysis and simulation of complex technical problems. They bridge the gap between classical engineering disciplines, mathematics, computer science, and software development.

Competencies and Interests Required

Good knowledge in natural science and technical fields; interest in computer science and simulation, in thinking in systems and structures, as well as in complex problem solving, working in interdisciplinary teams, and taking on leadership roles.

More information

The academic education with the degree M.Sc. from Otto von Guericke University provides sufficient prerequisite for further postgraduate education in the field of engineering and related areas (e.g. doctorate).

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