Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing (SEMi)
Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing (SEMi)
Master of Engineering in Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing
Master of Engineering in Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing
Europe needs Semiconductor Engineers. Become One.
The Semiconductor Engineering and Manufacturing (SEMi) Master’s program prepares you for one of the world’s most critical and fastest-growing industries. SEMi combines computer science with hands-on engineering, focusing on advanced semiconductor technologies. Based at the Zweibrücken campus and offered in cooperation with Hochschule Kaiserslautern, the program stands for practice-oriented education, applied research, and industry-relevant skills. With state-of-the-art technical facilities and an international, English-taught learning environment, SEMi equips graduates with the expertise demanded by the global semiconductor and chip industry, opening the door to excellent career prospects and highly competitive salaries across Europe and beyond.
State-Recognized and Fully Accredited in Germany.
State-Recognized and Fully Accredited in Germany.
Know your Course at a glance
Know your Course at a glance
duration
duration
3 Semesters
3 Semesters
Location
Location
Zweibrücken
Zweibrücken
FORMAT
FORMAT
Full Time
Full Time
Language
Language
Taught in English
Taught in English
Credits
Credits
90 ECTS
90 ECTS
FIRST
Academic Intake
October 2026
October 2026
Total tuition fees
Total tuition fees
€12.600,00*
€12.600,00*
*excl. one-time €980 Admission Fee
*excl. one-time €980 Admission Fee
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
Why you should study this program
Why you should study this program
System Thinking in Technology Contexts
System Thinking in Technology Contexts
Expand your computer science skills through engineering and technology-driven application contexts. Learn to analyze and understand complex technical systems from a holistic perspective.
Integrated Software & Engineering Perspective
The program integrates system, software, and technology perspectives across multiple modules. This enables you to apply computer science methods effectively in manufacturing and technology-oriented environments.
Fast-Track & International Study Format
Fast-Track & International Study Format
The three-semester, fully English-taught master’s program follows a compact fast-track approach. It is designed for highly motivated students with strong independence and an international mindset.
The three-semester, fully English-taught master’s program follows a compact fast-track approach. It is designed for highly motivated students with strong independence and an international mindset.
Our curriculum aligns with industry leaders such as ASML, Infineon, Intel or Apple.
Our curriculum aligns with industry leaders such as ASML, Infineon, Intel or Apple.
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
Gain advanced engineering fundamentals in semiconductor and microsystems technology with strong systemic integration.
Gain advanced engineering fundamentals in semiconductor and microsystems technology with strong systemic integration.
Learn to analyze, evaluate, and contextualize complex technical systems.
Learn to analyze, evaluate, and contextualize complex technical systems.
Through project- and lab-oriented modules, you apply your knowledge to real-world problems
Through project- and lab-oriented modules, you apply your knowledge to real-world problems
Develop the ability to independently structure and solve complex tasks.
Develop the ability to independently structure and solve complex tasks.
Be prepared for interdisciplinary development and research environments.
Be prepared for interdisciplinary development and research environments.
Study in Germany with cutting-edge labs and top-tier technology: the perfect place to build your future in semiconductor engineering.
Study in Germany with cutting-edge labs and top-tier technology: the perfect place to build your future in semiconductor engineering.
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
Who is it for?
Graduates of computer science, oriented bachelor’s programs such as computer science, informatics, or related IT disciplines.
Graduates of computer science, oriented bachelor’s programs such as computer science, informatics, or related IT disciplines.
Applicants aiming to expand their software and system skills within engineering and technology-driven application contexts
Applicants aiming to expand their software and system skills within engineering and technology-driven application contexts
Candidates with solid foundations in programming, mathematics, and system thinking.
Students for whom prior knowledge in physics or electronics is beneficial but not mandatory.
Students for whom prior knowledge in physics or electronics is beneficial but not mandatory.
National and international applicants seeking an English-taught, application-oriented master’s program.
National and international applicants seeking an English-taught, application-oriented master’s program.
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
Career Prospects
Career Prospects
Software Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Process Engineer
Process Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Engineer
Analog Design Engineer
Analog Design Engineer
Application Engineer
Application Engineer
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
Semester 1: Winter Semester
Semester 1: Winter Semester
Systems Engineering for Informatics-Oriented Engineering Applications
Systems Engineering for Informatics-Oriented Engineering Applications
Semiconductor Technology and Microfabrication
Semiconductor Technology and Microfabrication
Electrical Engineering for Sensing Technology
Electrical Engineering for Sensing Technology
Physics and Chemistry
Physics and Chemistry
Engineering Mathematics
Engineering Mathematics
MEMS Lab
MEMS Lab
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
Semester 2: Summer Semester
Semester 2: Summer Semester
Software engineering for embedded systems
Software engineering for embedded systems
Advanced Semiconductor Devices
Advanced Semiconductor Devices
Mechanics of Materials
Mechanics of Materials
Systems Integration and Packaging
Systems Integration and Packaging
Signal Processing for Sensing Applications
Signal Processing for Sensing Applications
Master’s Thesis and Colloquium
Master’s Thesis and Colloquium
SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING (SEMi)
MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN
Semester 3: Master's Thesis
Semester 3: Master's Thesis
Master’s Thesis and Colloquium
Master’s Thesis and Colloquium
Requirements
Requirements
Requirements
Educational Background
Educational Background
relevant university degree qualifying for a specific profession:
Informatics, applied informatics software engineering, technical computer science, comparable computer science-related courses of study.
relevant university degree qualifying for a specific profession:
Informatics, applied informatics software engineering, technical computer science, comparable computer science-related courses of study.
Language requirements
Language requirements
English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency
English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency
DOCUMENTS
DOCUMENTS
tabular resume with a description of your personal and professional background, Proof of your first professional university degree, Proof of relevant professional experience and/or internships, Proof of the required language skills, Transcript of records or module descriptions from your first degree, Recent passport photo
tabular resume with a description of your personal and professional background, Proof of your first professional university degree, Proof of relevant professional experience and/or internships, Proof of the required language skills, Transcript of records or module descriptions from your first degree, Recent passport photo
WORK EXPERIENCE
WORK EXPERIENCE
At least one year of relevant, qualified professional experience:
Software or system development; IT-related technical activities; development, analysis, or operation of technical systems; simulation, data, or model-based activities in technical or industrial contexts.
Relevant internships completed as part of or following the first degree are also considered professional experience, as long as their content can be assigned to the areas mentioned and they demonstrate an appropriate level of expertise.
At least one year of relevant, qualified professional experience:
Software or system development; IT-related technical activities; development, analysis, or operation of technical systems; simulation, data, or model-based activities in technical or industrial contexts.
Relevant internships completed as part of or following the first degree are also considered professional experience, as long as their content can be assigned to the areas mentioned and they demonstrate an appropriate level of expertise.
About our Accreditation
About our Accreditation
When you graduate, you'll hold a state-recognized degree from Steinbeis University, a fully accredited German university of applied sciences. This program has undergone rigorous evaluation by the German Accreditation Council (GAC) and FIBAA, guaranteeing it meets both academic excellence and industry standards. Thanks to alignment with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna system), your qualification opens doors internationally—whether you're pursuing careers in Germany, across Europe, or globally. Your degree carries the same official recognition and credibility as any traditional German university qualification.
When you graduate, you'll hold a state-recognized degree from Steinbeis University, a fully accredited German university of applied sciences. This program has undergone rigorous evaluation by the German Accreditation Council (GAC) and FIBAA, guaranteeing it meets both academic excellence and industry standards. Thanks to alignment with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna system), your qualification opens doors internationally—whether you're pursuing careers in Germany, across Europe, or globally. Your degree carries the same official recognition and credibility as any traditional German university qualification.
"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."
"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."
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