Note: This degree programme is offered as a combined study programme alongside training as an Electronics Technician for Industrial Engineering (f/m/x).
Are you the kind of person who loves tinkering and has a real passion for technology? Would you also like to start studying alongside your vocational training? Then this dual study programme is just right for you. You’ll play a key role in keeping our production running smoothly, ensuring nothing slows it down. You’ll work independently on our state-of-the-art production systems and respond quickly when it comes to identifying, fixing or even preventing issues. During your studies, you’ll deepen the knowledge you gain in your vocational training, for example in areas such as electrical measurement technology, communication technology and technical computer science. After just 4.5 years, you’ll graduate with both a recognised vocational qualification and an engineering degree.
At a glance.
Content of the dual study programme
What you will learn with us.
- Solid knowledge of electrical engineering, electronics, drive and control systems, as well as pneumatics, hydraulics and computer technology
- Independent set-up of modern machines and systems in a high-tech production environment
Maintenance and repair of these machines and systems - Carrying out fault analyses and solving problems in a structured way
- Theoretical knowledge through exciting university modules, for example microelectronics, electrical measurement technology, and signals and systems
Prospects after graduation
What awaits you after the dual degree course.
- Excellent prospects of being offered a permanent position after completing your dual study programme
- Above-average salary and attractive benefits
- Hands-on experience in areas involving production and operational systems, such as building and modifying control cabinets and operator interfaces for special-purpose machines, as well as maintaining and servicing electrical systems and equipment in facility and building technology
- Exciting and varied challenges through your own projects
- Wide range of further development opportunities in project management and leadership roles
Requirements
What you should bring along.
- Enjoyment of high tech and electronics
- A strong interest in logical thinking and problem-solving
- Motivation to analyse and solve problems in a structured way
- Interest in working independently as part of a team
- Strong communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Enjoyment of maths, physics and English
- Good German language skills
- (Advanced) technical college entrance qualification or A-levels
Duration of training and study
That's how long the dual study programme lasts.
4.5 years
Apprenticeship locations
Here you can complete the dual study programme.
Partner university
You will study at these university.
Benefits
What you can look forward to.
We offer you excellent prospects for a permanent position after your studies, attractive remuneration including Christmas and holiday pay, apprentice vehicle rental, optional stays abroad and many other benefits.
Training and study process
You will go through these programme elements.
1st year
Start of Apprenticeship and Vocational School.
- Start of apprenticeship at BMW on 1 September
- Practical assignments in various areas of our company
- Start of vocational school
- Intermediate examination (IHK final examination part I) at the end of the first year
2nd year
First and second semester.
- Now your studies begin!
- Your studies and practical placements will alternate. During the lecture period, you will be free to study. During the semester breaks, you will be doing practical placements at the company.
3rd year
Third and fourth semester.
- Similar procedure as in the first and second semesters.
- Your studies and practical placements will alternate. During the lecture period, you will be free to study. During the semester breaks, you will be doing practical placements at the company.
4th year
Fifth and sixth semester.
5th Semester:
- Practical semester, ~ 7 months of practical work experience at BMW.
- IHK final examination and thus completion of apprenticeship.
6th Semester: As usual, studies and practical placements alternate.
5th year
Seventh semester.
- Bachelor's thesis at BMW.
- Completion of your studies. You are ready to start your career!
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Applications for apprenticeships and dual study programmes can only be submitted via the German careers page. Please switch to the German page and note that you must be able to speak German in order to participate in the programme.
Application Tips
The Right Application.
To apply for a dual curriculum at the BMW Group, please complete the following steps. Information on the application period can also be found there.