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Prof. Dr. Anatoli Wellhöfer

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Bachelor Nachhaltige Energiesysteme

Be a part of the energy transition: Your future in innovative energy technology

Creating a reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy supply is one of the most pressing problems of our society. The focus here is on the use of different energy sources and storage technologies, which must be systemically coordinated with each other, as well as the creation of a sector coupling between different energy networks (electricity, gas and heat). This exciting task must be carried out by engineers, who need a comprehensive education for this, combining technical knowledge with knowledge from the fields of economics and law as well as the natural sciences.

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Why study Nachhaltige Energiesysteme at THWS?

Choosing to study Nachhaltige Energiesysteme at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) opens up an exciting and forward-thinking career path. In a time when the energy transition is becoming increasingly important, this program offers you the opportunity to actively contribute to solutions for the major challenges of our era.

 THWS stands out due to its practical approach that combines technical theory with application-oriented knowledge. Particularly attractive is the option to pursue a dual study program. By doing so, you can effectively blend theory and practice by gaining valuable work experience in a company alongside your studies. This not only significantly boosts your career prospects but also offers financial advantages during your studies.

Contents and structure

The course consists of six theoretical semesters and a practical semester, which is usually completed in the sixth semester. Two semesters of basic studies are followed by in-depth studies. In the fifth and seventh semesters, elective modules can be taken to focus on individual subjects. The Bachelor's thesis is written in the seventh semester.

For cooperative students, exchange modules take place in semesters three, four, five and seven to ensure a close connection between theory and practice.

 

Module overview Bachelor Nachhaltige Energiesysteme
Enrolment from 1 October 2025 and later

Module overview Bachelor Nachhaltige Energiesysteme

Profession and career

Occupational fields

Graduates of the program will find excellent employment opportunities, both regionally and nationally. Possible areas of employment include:

  • Energy network operators (gas, heat and electricity)
  • Component manufacturers for energy networks (PV or wind power plants, combined heat and power plants, biogas plants, storage systems, etc.)
  • Engineering offices for planning and construction of grids / domestic supplies / storage facilities
  • Large-scale industry, e.g. in the field of energy process optimisation

As this is typically a cross-sectional function in companies, you should bring not only technical know-how, but also enthusiasm, the willingness to make decisions and assert yourself, as well as social skills. These competencies can be acquired, for example, by attending appropriate elective modules as well as in seminar-based courses.

How does the cooperative study program work?

Academic study with intensive in-company training

Right from the start of your studies, theory and practice will alternate, with theory phases (usually) taking place during the lecture period (ca. 1 Oct - 25 Jan, and 15 March - 10 July) and practice phases with the practice partner in the lecture-free period (ca. 15 Feb - 14 March, and 1 Aug - 30 Sept).

The practice semester must be completed with the practice partner, the thesis must also be completed in cooperation with the practice partner. The learning contents of the higher education institution and the practice partner are systematically connected by various modules or through suggestions of practical project topics or practical assignments from the practice partner.

 

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Admission

University entrance qualification

To be admitted to study at THWS, a university entrance qualification is required. This requires proof by one of the following qualifications:

  • general higher education qualification (Abitur)
  • subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (fachgebundene Hochschulreife)
  • advanced technical college certificate (Fachhochschulreife)
  • master craftsman’s qualification or equivalent (including a mandatory consultation meeting)
  • qualified professionals (completed professional training & three years of professional experience) undergoing a consultation meeting and an aptitude test in accordance with the Bavarian University and College Act (BayHSchG)

To arrange consultation meetings, please contact the Academic Advisory Service.

More information about admission requirements and procedures is available from the THWS website: Information about admission of qualified professionals.

Application

Please apply online. Information about and links to the online application portal are available from the pages of the Department of Student Affairs.

Please absolutely stick to the general application deadlines of THWS, even if you cannot submit all required documents yet. Applications received after the deadline will unfortunately not be considered!

Fees

For information about fees, please visit the pages of the Department of Student Affairs.

Applicants from abroad

For international students, the conditions vary widely from country to country. The most important stipulation for accreditation in Germany is that the level of education after completing the school-leaving qualification must be approximately comparable to the German general higher education qualification (Abitur). Please note that it might be necessary to complete further studies in your home country after obtaining your school-leaving qualification to be eligible to study in Germany.

On the website of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) you can check the admission requirements depending on your country of origin. Information is also available in the database of the Standing Conference of Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Länder (Kultusministerkonferenz, KMK) available at www.anabin.kmk.org. Please note, however, that this database is currently only available in German. For some countries, Uni-assist.de offers information on the specific requirements for admission to higher education in Germany.Opens internal link in current window.

Language requirements

In addition to possessing a university entrance qualification you will have to prove certain language skills in order to be enrolled. If you intend to study in German, prove of German language proficiency of the level B2 is necessary. Which certificates/exams are recognised is listed in the overview "Language requirements" or can be found on the webpage of the Department of Student Affairs.

Transfer of course and examination achievements

Course and examination achievements recorded at another or public state-approved higher education institution in the Federal Republic of Germany or at a higher education institution abroad as well as qualifications earned outside the filed of higher education can be recognized and transferred tot he student´s record in certain requirements are fulfilled. A detailed review is only possible after enrolment and correct application.

For achievements from further education programmes by the Chamber of commerce and industry (IHK) the Faculty of Business and Engineering defined the possibilities of transfer. These possibilities can be found in the brochure „Ihr Weg zum Studium“.

Internship Semester

The internship or practical semester consists of the internship and the internship seminar. The internship has a duration of at least 20 weeks. In addition, there is an internship seminar held as block course.

For detailed information about requirements and conditions, please refer to § 8 of the study and examination regulations (SPO) currently valid for your degree programme.

 

Guidelines

The guidelines of the Faculty of Business and Engineering for the practical semester BNED provide information on the requirements, scope and content of the practical semester and the final course.

PDF download (German): Richtlinien zum praktische Studiensemester BNED 

 
E-Learning

In the E-Learning course “Praxissemester (BNED)” you will find information about the programme of the internship seminar, necessary documents, and answers to frequently asked questions. There is no access key necessary to enter this course.

 
Contact

If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Anatoli Wellhöfer.

Bachelor’s Thesis

A part of the 7th semester is planned for the bachelor’s thesis. It can either be written within the University or outside it, e.g. within a company.

For detailed information, please refer to § 11 of the study and examination regulations (SPO) currently valid for your degree programme.

 
E-Learning

In the section “Wissenschaftliches Arbeiten/Scientific papers” within the E-Learning course "Studien- und Prüfungsangelegenheiten/study and examination matters", you will find more information about your final thesis, e.g. necessary documents or answers to frequently asked questions.

Points of contact

Programme advice

 
Programme director

Responsibilities: organisation, coordination and implementation of the teaching programme within a degree programme, first point of contact for companies and foreign higher education institutions

Please contact: Prof. Dr. Anatoli Wellhöfer

 
Department of Student Affairs

Responsibilities: enrolment, re-enrolment, leaves of absence, examination regulations, confirmations (periods of study, student cards, etc.), but also for internship matters

Please contact: 
Oliver Schauber at Department of Student Affairs (HSST).

 

 

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