INFORMATION

Embedded Systems
for Mechatronics
Master of Engineering

Fachbereich Informatrions- und Elektrotechnik

Standort: Sonnenstrae 96

Studienberatung
studienberatung@fh-dortmund.de
www.fh-dortmund.de

Embedded Systems for Mechatronics

Master of Engineering
Degree

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)

Regular course duration

4 semesters

Entrance limitation

No

Admission requirement

Bachelor or Diplom degree in a relevant subject,

proof of English language skills

Start of studies

Winter semester

Deadline

Enrolment: July 15th

INHALTSVERZEICHNIS
1. CONTENT AND STRUCTURE OF THE MASTER ESM

2. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Required degree

2.2 Proof of English language skills

3. APPLICATION AND ADMISSION

3.1 Application of nationals from member states of the

European Union (EU)
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3.2 Application and admission of non-EU nationals

3.3 Documents required to apply for pre-check

4. SEMESTER CONTRIBUTION

5. FURTHER INFORMATION AND COUNSELLING

6. STUDY COURSE PLAN

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1. CONTENT AND STRUCTURE OF THE MASTER

ESM
The study course Master Embedded System for Mechatronics Master ESM will lead to a
university degree which is highly qualified academically and professionally. The master
degree in an engineering discipline entitles its holder to carry out professional work with
emphasis on research and development in the field of engineering for which the degree
was awarded. In the area of Embedded Systems the ability to work in cross-domain
projects, to apply a systems engineering approach to the early phase of development
projects and to integrate results from different domains is required. The Master Embedded
Systems for Mechatronics provides the competences by conducting a 2 semester teaching
programme with case studies and lectures from industry experts and combining it with a 2
semester research phase with electives and thesis projects.
The 4-semester masters programme aims to provide students with the qualifications
required for the work in the relevant industry just as research and development
institutions, consultation companies or civil services.

2. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The admission requirements are as follows:
1. Bachelor or Diplom degree in a relevant subject
2. Proof of English language skills

2.1 Required degree

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (three or four years), Diplom-Ingenieurin or
Diplom-Ingenieur in the field of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Information
Technology; or foreign equivalent with a final grade or mark of at least good (2.5). It must
be evident that previous studies included a thesis. The previous studies have to include
sufficient knowledge in Embedded Systems and Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering/
Software Engineering (together at least 40%).

2.2 Proof of English language skills

Applicants need to proof their language skills in English, certified by a Test of English as a
foreign language (TOEFL) not older than two years at the time of application. There are two
formats for the TOEFL: internet-based TOEFL with a score of 90 or TOEFL ITP (Institutional
Testing Programm) with a score of 550. Also accepted are other tests, e.g. IELTS with a
score of 6.5 or equivalents. A passed English language Bachelor degree can only be
accepted in exceptional cases as proof of sufficient English languague skills.

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3. APPLICATION AND ADMISSION

The courses of the Master Embedded Systems for Mechatronics start in the winter semester
only and are usually offered in an annual frequency.
Allocation of study places will be made by the Fachhochschule. Although there is no
admission restriction for the Master Embedded System for Mechatronics, the above
specified requirements are valid.

3.1 Application of nationals from member states of the European

Union (EU)
International applicants from member states of the European Union (EU) and from Iceland,
Liechtenstein and Norway as well as applicants from non-EU countries with a german
parent, spouse or child as well as international applicants with a german university
entrance qualification must register online via www.fh-dortmund.de for application
beginning at the end of May. Deadline for applications (receipt in Fachhochschule
Dortmund) is July 15 for the winter semester. Applications received after the deadline can
be considered only if there are still free study places.

3.2 Application and admission of non-EU nationals

International applicants who do not belong to the above mentioned groups must apply
directly to:
Fachhochschule Dortmund
Fachbereich Informations- und Elektrotechnik
Master Embedded Systems for Mechatronics
Sonnenstrae 96
D-44139 Dortmund
masteresm@fh-dortmund.de
If you have questions concerning application, study structure, content of course and
process of studies, please address to the Department counsellors (see no. 5 Further
information and counselling).

3.3 Documents required to apply for pre-check

We would like to assess if your previous qualifications are suitable for the programme.
Therefore, please send us the filled out form sheet (see no. 6 Pre-Check ..), your CV, your
academic records and your English language certificate in one PDF-file. After a pre-check we
will give you information whether you might apply officially for a university place in our
Master ESM or not. The application deadline is July 15 for this years winter term.

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4. SEMESTER CONTRIBUTION
A semester contribution of presently 265,22 must be paid for the use of social and
student facilities (student restaurant, student hostels, membership to student union,
special-rate student ticket for public transportation in the federal state of North-Rhine
Westphalia).
If you need information on financing of studies, please address to the Student Advisory
Service (Studienberatung).
Information on BAfG (federal student support) will be given by the BAfG-Amt of the
Studierendenwerk.

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5. FURTHER INFORMATION AND COUNSELLING

Student Advisory Service

International Office

The Student Advisory Service

(Studienberatung) will help you, if you have
questions regarding choice of study course,
admission requirements, financial support
etc.

Responsible for applicants from Non-EUcountries and questions regarding language

tests

Studienberatung & Career Service

Dezernat III
Studierendenservice & Internationales
Office hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday:
9.30 12.30 a.m.
Tuesday: 9.30 - 12.30 a.m. (Katja Hensel)
Tuesday: 1 - 4 p.m. (Sandra Richardt, Judith
Freitag)
Your contact:
Katja Hensel
Sonnenstrae 96
Raum SON A 017
44139 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 9112-245
Fax: (0231) 9112-240
Sandra Richardt
Emil-Figge-Strae 38
Raum 0.20
44227 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 755-4960
Fax: (0231) 755-6822
Judith Freitag
Emil-Figge-Strae 38a
Raum 2.06
44227 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 755-8931
Fax: (0231) 755-6822
E-Mail: studienberatung@fhdortmund.de

International Office
Sonnenstrae 96
44139 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 9112-266/-732
Fax: (0231) 9112-795
E-Mail: international-office@fhdortmund.de
Office hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9.30 12.30
a.m.
Tuesday: 1 4 p.m.
Department counsellors
If you have questions concerning application,
study structure, content of courses and
process of studies, please address to the
Department counsellors
Course director
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Peter Schulz
Sonnenstrae 96
44139 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 9112-711
Course Manager
Fatemeh Ramezani
Sonnenstrae 96
44139 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 9112-8156
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Carsten Wolff
Otto-Hahn-Str. 23
44227 Dortmund
Tel.: (0231) 9112-656
E-Mail: masteresm@fh-dortmund.de

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6. STUDY COURSE PLAN

Time

Term Mandatories
HW
1

ECTS

Hours

Self-Study

Control Theory and Systems

60

120

Distributed and Parallel Systems

60

120

Embedded Software Engineering

60

120

Requirements Engineering

60

120

Introduction to Embedded Systems Design

60

120

Mechatronic Systems Engineering

60

120

Microelectronics & HW/SW-Co-Design

60

120

R&D Project Management

60

120

Signal Processing

60

120

Elective 1*

60

120

New Trends in Research (Master Seminar)

60

120

Elective 2*

60

120

540

18

900

30

Research Project (Thesis)

Master Thesis and Colloquium
4
Total

3600

Time

Elective 1,2
HW
SW Architectures for Embedded and Mechatronic Systems
Automotive Systems
SoC Design
Computer vision
Signals and Systems for Automated Driving
Biommedical Systems
Model Based and Model Driven Design

120

4
4
4
4
4
4
4

ECTS

Hours
60
60
60
60
60
60
60

Self-Study
120
120
120
120
120
120
120

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Master Embedded Systems for Mechatronics Pre-Check Form

Please fill in this form completely, if possible directly with your computer. We
will do a pre-check if your qualifications meet the masters requirements
based on this form and your attached documents. Please send this form and
your

Bachelor certificate
Academic records (incl. grade scheme, highest and minimum passing
grade or similar)
Curriculum Vitae
(if you have: recommendations)
English language certificate (TOEFL or IELTS or equivalents)

in the given order together in one pdf-file and send it to masteresm@fhdortmund.de.

You can find further information under www.fh-dortmund.de/masteresm.
Todays Date

to be completed by
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FH Dortmund:
FH Dortmund:
Applicant
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Date
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by? _____________
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by? _____________
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Personal Details
Gender

_____ female _____ male

Given Name

_________________________________________________

Name

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Birth Date

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Nationality

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Address

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E-mail

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age __________

Academic Details
Bachelor Course of study

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Standard period of study

___________________ semesters

University (Country)

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Final Grade

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Did you write a Project-Thesis?

Date of Degree

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Other Details
Did you study in English?

_____ yes _____ no

If no
Which English certificate did you get (e.g. TOEFL)?

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English certificate Score/ Points

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