Smart Energy Systems at Ansbach University of Applied Sciences

Overview

The Smart Energy Systems is Ansbach University of Applied Sciences’s Master's Degree offering in Engineering Sciences, with instruction in English. The course is designed to build the analytical and hands-on capabilities that German and international employers look for.

To be considered, applicants typically need a competitive German GPA (around 2.3 or better), English at B2 level and German at A2 level. Admission to this program is open admission. Applications are submitted via via uni-assist.

The program spans 3 semesters and costs approximately €1,000 in tuition. Key application deadlines are 31 May for the winter intake.

Growing distributed generation and fluctuating renewable energy sources create a need for an intelligent network of consumers and producers. Smart Energy Systems is based on the technological, economical, and ecological knowledge of distributed energy systems as well as essential digital skills. Besides the simulation and optimisation of energy systems, the focus relies on modern computer and communication technology. The use of artificial intelligence completes this interdisciplinary-orientated course of study. Our aim is to provide a deep understanding not only of the individual producer and consumer technologies but also in terms of an optimised operation of these interconnected energy systems. Job opportunities include energy suppliers or energy marketing, building technology, the automotive industry or energy-intensive industry as well as following new business ideas in founding a start-up company. The study programme offers international perspectives. German language classes can be taken as an elective module. You can find more information in this video .

Requirements can change, so always verify the latest details on the official program page before applying.