Mechanical Engineering in Paderborn

Welcome to the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Paderborn University - the place where the future is created!
We have been a powerful centre for study and research since 1972. We focus on the education of committed students, because our close partnerships with industry open up unique opportunities for students to shape the world of tomorrow in a sustainable way.

Date: January 2026
Date: January 2026
Date: January 2026

„Mit einem Studium an der Fakultät für Maschinenbau wird euch eine erstklassige Ausbildung geboten, die auf zukunftsweisenden Technologien und interdisziplinärer Zusammenarbeit basiert. Für die berufliche Karriere im Ingenieurwesen habt ihr so beste Chancen, die Welt von morgen mitzugestalten!”

Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Mirko Schaper,
Dekan der Fakultät für Maschinenbau

Study

The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Paderborn University offers interdisciplinary degree programmes in close cooperation with other faculties. This opens up exciting opportunities for our students to pursue promising careers. We create a dynamic learning environment that offers the best opportunities for attractive and secure jobs.

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Re­search

In close cooperation with industrial partners and other universities, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering conducts intensive research in various fields. Pioneering technologies are developed and advanced with five of its own research institutions.

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Fac­ulty

With its origins in the state engineering school since 1963 and the additional scientific groups since the university was founded in 1972, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at Paderborn University can look back on a proud 50-year tradition in engineering education.

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In­sights in­to the Di­versity of the Cam­pus and Stu­dent Life

Studying at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Studying at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Further Lego videos on our degree programmes in Sustainable Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Chemical Engineering can be found on the University's YouTube account. 

Our Fac­ulty

Mechanical engineering at Paderborn University offers varied learning units and modern research laboratories that enable students to study in an interactive and practical way. The campus university is characterised in particular by its strong links with industry, which opens up numerous opportunities for internships, research projects and later career opportunities for students.

Prospective Students

Study Programme

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Course of Study

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Admission

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Incoming

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Get to know the faculty

The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering offers various programmes to give pupils and schools the opportunity to get to know the faculty and a possible course of study. From short taster programmes to individual visits, those interested can explore the diverse aspects of mechanical engineering and gain insights into the exciting world of engineering.

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In­ter­na­tion­al­isa­tion & Stays Abroad

Would you like to gain international experience whilst studying and spend a semester at a partner university? On our internationalisation page, you’ll find all the key information about studying abroad, partner universities, funding and applications.

The application deadline for study periods in the winter semester 2027/28 and/or the summer semester 2028 is 20 November 2026.

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News

Kre­is­lauffähige Fahrzeugkom­pon­en­ten: Uni­versität Pader­born beteiligt sich an neuem Pro­jekt zu „Cir­cu­lar Eco­nomy“

Vom Autoscheinwerfer zur Ressource von morgen: Wie können Fahrzeugkomponenten und andere Industriegüter so konzipiert werden, dass sie kreislauffähig sind? Dieser Frage geht die Universität Paderborn im neuen Forschungsprojekt KOLLEKT zusammen mit dem Verbundkoordinator FORVIA HELLA sowie weiteren Partner*innen aus Wissenschaft und Wirtschaft nach.

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Foto (Universität Paderborn): Die Teilnehmenden erhalten bei der „Herbst-Uni“ an der Universität Paderborn Einblicke in den MINT-Bereich (Mathematik, Informatik, Naturwissenschaften, Technik).

Stud­i­en- und Beruf­swege im MINT-Bereich ent­deck­en: Herbst-An­ge­bote für Schüler­*innen an der Uni­versität Pader­born

Die Universität Paderborn bietet Schüler*innen verschiedener Klassenstufen und Schulformen die Möglichkeit, vielfältige Studiengänge und Berufsfelder näher kennenzulernen. Die Teilnehmenden erhalten praxisnahe Einblicke in die Bereiche Mathematik, Informatik, Naturwissenschaften und Technik (MINT). Anmeldungen zu den kostenfreien Programmen sind ab sofort möglich.

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Math­em­atik-Vorkur­se für Stud­i­en­an­fänger­*innen an der Uni­versität Pader­born

Mit dem Studienstart Anfang Oktober beginnt für viele junge Erwachsene ein neuer Lebensabschnitt. Um den Übergang von der Schulmathematik zu den Lehrinhalten an einer Hochschule zu erleichtern, bietet das Institut für Mathematik der Universität Paderborn vom 7. September bis 2. Oktober Vorkurse an.

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UP­Bra­cing Team

Students from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering have the opportunity to put their theoretical knowledge into practice as part of the UPBracing Team. The interdisciplinary team develops and manufactures its own racing cars for participation in international Formula Student events. Students can get involved from the very first semester - in design and production as well as in organisational and business fields.

 

Our Ser­vices

Contact the Dean's Office

The Dean's Office manages the Faculty, makes decisions on resource allocation and implements Faculty Board resolutions, while working with the study commissions to ensure a full range of courses and efficient organisation of studies and examinations.

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Student Counselling

Our motto, "The Faculty of Mechanical Engineering", is also reflected in our comprehensive counselling services for students, including classic degree programme and student initiative counselling as well as personal, individual in-depth counselling for specialisations in mechanical engineering.

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Student Initiatives

Discover the diverse student initiatives in our Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and become part of a committed community!

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