Quick Facts
- Duration of study: 4 semesters
- ECTS credit points: 120
- Academic degree: "Diplom-Ingenieurin" or "Diplom-Ingenieur" ("Dipl.Ing." or "DI"), equivalent to the Master of Science (MSc)
- Language of instruction: German
The Master's Programme
This Master's degree programme takes into account the wide range and innovative potential of electrical engineering as well as the rapid changes that are taking place in the professional field. In addition to factual knowledge, you will learn how to apply scientific methods that you will later use to systematically develop innovative solutions in your profession.
You will learn about different application areas for electrical engineering systems, e.g. power plants and energy supply, electromobility, communication networks and industrial systems. In all of these areas, you will analyse problems and come up with innovative solutions. You will be expected to lead project groups and conduct technical discussions in German and English.
The degree programme also forms a good foundation for working in interdisciplinary teams. The expression of team spirit is already encouraged at the institute. Electrical engineering is a degree programme that thrives on intensive exchange, whether this takes place in the well-equipped laboratories, in the canteen, or in the Dynamo Engineering Drawing Studio or the High-Voltage Drawing Studio.
Focus Areas
The field of electrical engineering is broad and full of possibilities. You are free to choose the subfield that you want to specialize in. From the 1st semester and on, you can choose one out of the four in-depth specializations in electrical engineering:
- Automation Technology and Mechatronics – subjects include: control systems, measurement systems, embedded systems, and estimation & multiphysics
- Power Engineering – subjects include: high-voltage technology and electrical power systems, the energy industry and electrical machines.
- Information and Communication Technology – subjects include: communications, signals, computers, networks & software, contactless technologies
- Microelectronics and Circuit Design – subjects include: microelectronics, circuit design, system design & measurement
In your specialization subject, you complete an equal number of compulsory modules and free-choice subject modules. Lectures and laboratory exercises enable you to gain in-depth theoretical and practical subject knowledge. Many of the courses are held in English in order to give you the possibility to pursue an international career.
In the 4th semester, you will focus on your master's thesis. Normally, you will work on an application-related topic that will pave the way for your future career.
I’m fascinated by how many of the most relevant topics for the future, like mobility, using energy efficiently, or data security, are influenced and sustainably changed by microelectronics. This is why the Master’s Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering was the perfect choice for me.
For example, you learn how chips are made out of semiconductor materials, how computers and smartphones are built, how data transmission and data processing work, and where and how sensor systems are used.
Collaborations and Networks
Students at TU Graz have access to an excellent technical infrastructure. This includes:
- the Nikola Tesla Laboratory, where diverse investigations and tests are carried out in the field of high-voltage technology,
- an antenna measurement chamber, where, for example, measurements of electromagnetic compatibility are carried out, and
- the Christian Doppler Laboratory for brushless drives for pump and fan applications.
Admission
1. Admission Procedure
Graduates of the Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering at TU Graz are admitted without needing to fulfil further requirements.
Graduates of other bachelor's degree programmes can obtain information and apply for admission by contacting study@tugraz.at.
2. Admission
- Admission and deadlines for Austrian students who are beginning their studies at TU Graz for the first time
- Admission and deadlines for international students
- If you are or were already admitted to a degree programme at TU Graz, please come to the TU Graz Registrar’s Office in person during the admission period or contact study@tugraz.at.
Fragen zur Zulassung?
Contact study@tugraz.at
Career Prospects
Professional Fields
Our world is undergoing rapid technological change. In the Master's degree programme in Electrical Engineering, you will receive an education that enables you to shape the future developments. This programme places a focus on:
- intelligent and resource-efficient energy supply and distribution,
- the digitalization of society and industry and
- future applications of networked mobility.
As a programme graduate, you will conduct research and develop applications in all areas of electrical engineering and information technology. You can work
- in research, development and production departments,
- in energy supply and telecommunications companies,
- in the field of mobility,
- in teaching and training,
- as an independent business owner.
