Note: This dual study programme is offered as a combined degree programme with the apprenticeship Mechatronics Expert.
Are modern machines and systems in vehicle production your thing? But just one apprenticeship is not enough for you? Then this dual study program is just right for you. Because here you build up expertise around product development, mechatronics and energy technology and go through areas such as development, manufacture, repair and quality assurance in training. After 4.5 years you are an engineer and mechatronics engineer – well equipped for your future.
Contents of the dual study program
What you will learn with us.
- Working with measuring and testing devices
- Detection of errors in the system
- Component manufacturing for plants as well as removal and installation of assemblies
- Independent production and adjustment of new components for plants
- Professional and systematic testing, maintenance, repair and optimisation of mechatronic automation systems
- Theoretical knowledge in exciting lectures of the course such as machine elements, technical dynamics and control engineering
Prospects after graduation
What awaits you after the dual degree course.
- Unlimited direct entry with above-tariff conditions
- Assignments in areas such as design, research and development, production planning and control, maintenance, production or purchasing, warehousing and materials management
- Setting up complex, computer-controlled production systems
- Integration of measures for predictive maintenance
- Own projects with diverse areas
- Diverse further training opportunities in project and management positions
Requirements
What you should bring along.
- Flexibility and creativity
- Sense of responsibility
- Reliable and accurate way of working
- Enjoy working with high-tech machines and systems
- Spatial and constructive imagination
- Enjoy maths, physics and English
- Fluent in German (B2 level)
- University entrance qualification
Benefits
What you can look forward to.
We offer you a takeover guarantee in the plants, attractive remuneration including Christmas and holiday pay, apprentice vehicle rental, optional stays abroad and many other benefits.
Duration of training and study
That's how long the dual study programme lasts.
4.5 years
Training and study locations
Here you can complete the dual study programme.
Partner University
You will study at these universities.
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.