The goal of this course of study of the RWTH Aachen Faculty of Mechanical Engineering is the broad training of mechanical engineers, who may be employed in all technical fields in the industry in research and development as well as in production and distribution. Combined, the Bachelor and Master courses of study form the successor of the Diploma program in Mechanical Engineering.

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Overview of study course topics and credit points

Study course topics	Credit Points
Overall compulsory courses	23
Compulsory courses according to specialisation	21 – 24
Mandatory elective courses	13 – 16
Master thesis (22 weeks)	30
	90

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The curriculum plan, a detailled overview of the modules for the different study sections, can be found on the faculty website.