News at RWTH International Academy
Welcome to the RWTH International Academy Newsroom! Here you will find current information about our various continuing education formats and services.
Shape the future with robotics technology!
Our M.Sc. Robotic Systems Engineering just got even more exciting. We are thrilled to announce the latest update to our popular RoboSys Master's Degree Program – just in time for the new intake 2025!
As robotic solutions become essential in today's Industry 4.0, the demand for intelligent robots that can collaborate with humans is soaring.
To stay ahead of this changing global economy, the host institute, IGMR, has enhanced the curriculum with cutting-edge courses that integrate artificial intelligence into robotics engineering.
Starting in the winter semester 2025/26, you can choose from these three specialized study tracks:
- Development & Design
- Data & AI
- Autonomous & Sensor-based Systems
Learn more about these innovative tracks on our website. We can't wait to welcome you to our RoboSys program!
What would you do differently if you could start your studies all over again?
An exciting question that was asked as part of our "Ask the Seniors" event series in November. For the second year in a row, we brought freshmen and seniors together in a talk show format – and it was a total success!
First attendance phase for our M.Sc. Periodontology 2024!
Let's go Paroma 2024! Welcome to your first face-to-face period here in Aachen!
The latest class of M.Sc. Periodontology has been learning together digitally since the end of September – now our students came to Aachen for the first time.
Our RWTH BIM Talent Program is about to enter the next round!
Last week our Live Talk took place, where interested students got a detailed insight into the program. All founding instances of the program were represented.
Celebrating success: Farewell to our M.Sc. Periodontology graduates, class of 2022!
It's time to say goodbye – but we're going out with a bang!
Last Friday we celebrated the graduation of M.Sc. Periodontology, batch of 2022 at RWTH International Academy.
This is the second group of periodontists who have successfully completed our postgraduate Master's Degree Program for dentists.
Welcome M.Sc. AHI 2024!
Last week we welcomed the first batch of our brand new Master's Degree Program Applied Health Informatics & Digital Medicine (AHI) in Aachen. With this part-time program, we are training physicians and computer scientists to become experts in the field of medical informatics.
Welcome Day 2024 – 270 new Master's students start their studies!
Welcome to RWTH International Academy, batch of 2024!
270 students will begin their studies in one of our 8 Master's Degree Programs this fall! 160 guests attended our Welcome Day at the Super C of RWTH Aachen University.
For the first time, we are delighted to welcome 15 students in the brand new M.Sc. Resilient Civil Engineering.
Time to reconnect! The joy of reunion at our Community Day
This year's Community Day gave our alumni community a chance to reconnect, find out what's new at RWTH and continue their lifelong learning journey.
Hands-on Digital Twinning with Rosario Othen from ITA - Institute of Textile Technology at RWTH Aachen
Insight into the class of the Summer School "Digitalization in Manufacturing".
On the table sits a coffee machine – not an ordinary one, but one that Rosario has upgraded technologically. In addition to the standard functions, it features a PID controller that can maintain the temperature with an accuracy of up to 0.1°C, a pump control that operates the pump for defined periods or, in combination with the retrofitted scale, stops when a defined target weight of coffee is reached.
Best Practice In-house Training: Battery Electrified Vehicle
Work with us to develop your own in-house training at RWTH level to meet the needs of your workforce!
Our Best Practice: Battery Electrified Vehicle is an example of comprehensive in-house training. Whether you are an SME or a large corporation – together we are able to create the training that suits you and your company.
Visit to BIM Experience Center in Rotterdam
As part of the BIM Talent Program of RWTH International Academy in cooperation with Viega GmbH & Co. KG and Hilti Deutschland AG, our talents visited Hilti’s BIM Experience Center in Rotterdam.
Exciting months ahead: GEC students embark on their RWTH Aachen experience!
We’re thrilled to welcome 34 students of our German Engineering College in Aachen!
The German Engineering College (GEC) supports international students in closing academic gaps and securing their study place at RWTH Aachen University.
Internal workshop: Personal professionalization in academic continuing education!
Further development and personal professionalization in academic continuing education!
At RWTH International Academy, we attach great importance to the continuous development of our employees' skills.
In order to strengthen the advising skills and competencies of our Student Success Managers, they had the opportunity to participate in the skills workshop "Advising landscapes and boundaries: How to advise and support students in a solution-oriented and targeted way".
Last attendance phase of Paroma 2023: Focus on Implantology and Laser in Periodontal Therapy
How can it be August already?
Our students of the M.Sc. Periodontology (Paroma) / Class of 2023 were in Aachen for the last time – we are always surprised how quickly the four attendance phases go by.
During the practical days, our students focused on "Implantology" and "Laser in Periodontal Therapy".
Summer School excursions into real-life laboratory of the energy transition
Research and education are central components of our Summer Schools.
It is equally important to complement the theory with practical activities and excursions in order to gain valuable insights into professional practice. An outstanding example of such an excursion is the annual "Urban Energy Systems" visit to E.ON's new quarters, which are part of the "SmartQuart" real-world laboratory.
Additive manufacturing meets Industry 4.0: Summer School visits the DAP Chair at RWTH Aachen
Digitalization and additive manufacturing – also known as 3D printing – have become an integral part of modern production.
In order to provide our participants in the “Production Technology meets Industry 4.0” Summer School with the latest methods and knowledge from research and industry, we visited the Chair Digital Additive Production (DAP) at RWTH Aachen University as part of the program!
The future of learning: How we successfully implement Social Blended Learning to foster international collaboration
Partnering in Business with Germany
This Social Blended Learning program offers a unique and enriching experience for executives looking to enhance their skills and forge valuable international partnerships. We are currently working with 21 talented businesswomen from Mexico who specialize in different sectors of the manufacturing industry.
Expert Talk with Magazino GmbH: Bringing Mobile Manipulation into the Real World
As part of our Summer School "Robotics & Innovation for Future Industries", Magazino GmbH gave an inspiring expert talk on the topic of "Bringing Mobile Manipulation into the Real World".
With over 140 employees in Munich, Magazino GmbH develops intelligent mobile robots that revolutionize intralogistics.
A major achievement in our alliance with Guatemala
We are glad to announce that we have successfully formalized and implemented a new agreement on our German Engineering College with Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG)!
The institution is renowned for its technological innovation and promotion of research and higher education.
Highlight of our ESM Certificate Program: Get-together at CHIO 2024
The Equestrian Stable Management Certificate Program has been running successfully since the beginning of April and participants have already completed exciting modules, gained valuable insights and passed exams.
On Friday, July 5, the Central Event took place as a highlight of the program at CHIO Aachen.
First Outstanding Teaching Award
goes to Prof. Dr. rer. nat Christof Melcher
One highlight of our 25th anniversary was the ceremony of the "Outstanding Teaching Award", which honors outstanding achievements in the field of digital teaching in our film studio.
We are pleased to honor Prof. Dr. rer. nat Christof Melcher (Chair of Applied Analysis), who impressed our jury of program managers/media didactics experts and our participants in the course Mathematics III of our German Engineering College (GEC) with many practical insights, exciting Q&A sessions, creativity and innovation.
25 years of RWTH International Academy – our Summer Night Party
A milestone to celebrate
This year we are proud to celebrate the 25th anniversary of RWTH International Academy.
To mark this special milestone, we welcomed more than 150 guests to our Summer Night Party yesterday to look back on a quarter century of innovation, education and success.
Welcome to the summer term Paroma 2023!
For our students of the part-time M. Sc. Periodontology (Paroma) 2023 it is already their second semester and they came back to Aachen for the third time.
The third attendance phase focuses on "Emergencies" and "Maintenance". We focus not only on periodontological emergencies, but also on general medical situations that may occur in the dental office.
Visit of our partner university RV College of Engineering from India
Last week, we had the honor to welcome Prof. Nataraj J.R. from our partner university R V College of Engineering, India to RWTH International Academy!
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was already signed last fall when our Managing Director Dr. Helmut Dinger visited India for the inauguration of our local India Office. During the return visit of our Indian guests in Germany, we have discussed to deepen our cooperation in the coming years.
Innovative learning on site: BIM Talent Program visited Viega World
As part of the BIM Talent Program of RWTH International Academy in cooperation with Viega GmbH & Co. KG and Hilti Deutschland AG, our talents visited the Viega World in Attendorn this week.
Designed holistically using Building Information Modeling, Viega World is considered one of the most innovative and sustainable seminar centers in the industry.
Enter the world of engineering excellence with our German Engineering College (GEC)
Join our English-taught preparatory classes and gain exclusive admission to your dream Master’s Degree Program in Germany!
Whether you aim to innovate mechanical systems, create the infrastructure of tomorrow or pioneer renewable energy solutions, we have tailored programs to help you to succeed at RWTH Aachen University.
Kick-start your career in Germany earlier than regular applicants and benefit from exclusive advantages!
Application deadline: June 23, 2024
Ready to take the next step?
Visit our brand new website and apply today for the last available spots to secure your study place at RWTH!
New Certificate Course: Automotiv Driving & Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
We have a secret that we can no longer keep to ourselves!
Together with the Institute for Automotive Engineering (ika), we have developed a new certificate course on Automotive Driving and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The first implementation took place in April as an in-house course with one of our long-standing partners. We are now pleased to announce that the course will be launched as an open training for the first time this year!
Your voice, our improvement!
A massive thank you to all the amazing students who joined our recent Review Meetings! From CAME, SPE, RoboSys, MME-CAME, MME-PS, to European Studies, each session was a testament to your dedication and insight. Your contributions during the meetings in April and May were invaluable!
Community Story: Silu Che – successful qualification for our Master's Programs
Bridging the Gap: How the German Engineering College (GEC) of RWTH International Academy prepared our student Silu Che for the M.Sc. Smart Production Engineering.
Our RWTH Certificate Course "Machine Learning Specialist" starts soon!
The integration of artificial intelligence into our business processes is an ongoing evolution that brings both opportunities and challenges.
We are prepared – the RWTH Certificate Course Machine Learning Specialist starts soon!
Community Story: Enrique Orduña – from Mexico to Germany with RWTH International Academy
Enrique Orduña's journey with RWTH International Academy began in November 2022 during a talk at the campus in Toluca, Mexico. Melanie Ostfeld, Director of our Latin America Office, was invited by our partner university Tecnológico de Monterrey, to present the different opportunities for international students to study in English at RWTH International Academy.
A successful start to the Equestrian Stable Management Certificate Program!
Last week, after an intensive preparation period over the past few months, the Equestrian Stable Management Certificate Program has finally started with the first group of participants!
The Equestrian Stable Management Certificate Program, which is a cooperative project between CHIO Aachen CAMPUS and RWTH International Academy, is an interactive, practice-oriented online program that enables participants from two tracks with different focuses to develop their professional skills in the field of managing an equestrian sport stable.
Welcome back Paroma 2023!
It doesn't seem so long ago since our M. Sc. Periodontology students were here in Aachen. But now the second attendance phase is already around the corner – and it's all about surgery.
Reminder: Early Bird & scholarship applications for part-time Master's Degree Programs in Medicine
Apply via RWTHonline to automatically receive the Early Bird Discount on tuition fees. Scholarship applications can be submitted via the respective program websites.
Early Bird & scholarship deadline: April 15, 2024
Second round of RWTH BIM Talent Program begins
Our RWTH BIM Talent Program has officially started into its second round!
Last week we welcomed the talents of the new cohort, the project managers and mentors from the two practical companies Hilti and Viega, as well as the talents of the first year of the program at RWTH International Academy.
New Certificate Course: Designing for Sustainability
What can professionals in architecture learn today to contribute to a sustainable tomorrow? The answer can be found in our new hands-on Certificate Course "Designing for Sustainability"!
This course is designed for architects and civil engineers who want to develop the latest skills in sustainable construction using natural materials and green building techniques.
New Format: Ask the Seniors Week!
News from our Student Success Management!
Our senior students did a great job at our Ask the Seniors events last December, on hand to answer questions from students in their junior year.
Recap: Visit of Southeast University from Nanjing, China
In October, we had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from Southeast University in Nanjing, China. Following the success of our long-standing partnership in customized Summer & Winter Schools, the cooperation between SEU and RWTH International Academy is now expanding through the development of a new "Mini-Mester" program.
Innovative Roll-out: Digital Badges at RWTH International Academy
We are pleased to announce a great innovation for the year 2024: RWTH International Academy is now integrating Digital Badges into its diverse educational programs! Making professional skills and successes compact, transparent and visible worldwide.
RWTH International Academy 2023 at a glance
The whole team of RWTH International Academy would like to thank everyone for the successful cooperations, new exciting projects and highlights during the year!
At this point, we would like to highlight some of the events and developments that have had a positive impact on our company.
We wish you festive holidays and a great start into a healthy and happy new year 2024!
Successful summer behind us: Vibrant mix of learning, culture, and global networking
Another successful summer is behind us! This summer we welcomed 358 students on campus and another 17 online from a total of 26 countries.
M.Sc. Periodontology 2023 starts the first attendance phase with laboratory work and treatment techniques!
Is it already November again? Indeed – and that means for our M.Sc. Periodontology 2023: Welcome to the first face-to-face phase!
The new group of students in the part-time Master's Degree Program has been learning together digitally since the end of September. This is the first time our students have been to Aachen.
Master Thesis Meet & Greet – the new way to meet your supervisor!
Last week, and for the first time ever, we hosted our Master Thesis: Meet & Greet!
As part of our career program at RWTH International Academy, this event provided a platform for students, institutes and companies to meet and discuss Master's thesis topics.
Welcome M.Sc. Laboratory Animal Science 2023!
In October, we welcomed a new group of part-time master's students. We are happy to welcome our new students for M. Sc. Laboratory Animal Science!
A new milestone in our German-Mexican partnership
RWTH International Academy x Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey: Study Abroad Master Pathway Agreement
A key milestone for students in Mexico. We are proud to officially announce the new agreement for close cooperation with the renowned Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM).
Live Talk and Networking at our RWTH BIM Talent Program
In the last week, RWTH students of the public master’s degree programs of the Faculty of Civil Engineering had the opportunity to get to know the RWTH BIM Talent Program and the three involved practical companies at the Live Talk with Hilti Deutschland AG, Viega GmbH & Co. KG and Tecklenburg GmbH.
New Master's Degree Program: M.Sc. Resilient Civil Engineering!
Civil engineers of the future are shaping a sustainable world.
We are very excited to announce a new addition to our portfolio of Master’s Degree programs – the M.Sc. Resilient Civil Engineering (M.Sc. RCE)! This novel master program in the field of civil engineering will be taking new students on board in the winter semester 2024/25.
Celebrating Excellence at the Scholarship Award Ceremony – Welcome Day 2023
Your career begins with the first day of your studies!
191 students will begin their studies in one of our 7 Master’s Degree Programs this fall! 140 guests attended our Welcome Day at the Super C of RWTH Aachen University. We are still very excited and reveling in the amazing atmosphere!
Highlights of the Welcome Day:
- Exciting conversations at the Meet & Greet
- Great pictures in front of our photo booth
- Messages from the students to theirselves 2 years from today
We also celebrated the Scholarship Award Ceremony during the Welcome Day 2023, where we recognized and honored outstanding individuals who have demonstrated excellence and dedication in the pursuit of their education.
First M.Sc. Periodontology class successfully graduated!
Paroma 2021 – You made it! We are proud to announce that the first batch of the M. Sc. Periodontology program has successfully graduated.
The postgraduate Master's program for dentists has been offered by RWTH International Academy since 2021. Our first class has now received their Master's cap.
Fresher's Fair – today we had the pleasure to meet the first new students!
The International Freshers' Fair is one of many highlights during the Welcome Week at RWTH Aachen University. All students had the opportunity to get as many questions answered as possible on one day in one location.
Among various university services, our Student Success Managers and our Career & Relationship Manager provided insights into our programs at RWTH International Academy and shared useful solutions with the students to be successful throughout their studies.
It was great to meet you all! We are looking forward to the Welcome Day for our new full-time Master's students on Friday 🎉
High-ranking visitor from Japan – result of a long-standing partnership
Last Friday, the Short-Term Programs Team of RWTH International Academy received a visit from Prof. Norihisa Miki, Chair of International Affairs at the Faculty of Science and Technology of Keio University in Japan.
RWTH International Academy has been running the Summer School "German Engineering, Language & Culture" for 17 years. Every summer, students from Keio University come to Aachen for three weeks.
New part-time degree program: M.Sc. Applied Health Informatics and Digital Medicine
Exciting news! We are pleased to announce the launch of our new part-time Master's Degree Program M.Sc. Applied Health Informatics and Digital Medicine.
Our program offers you a unique opportunity to master medical data integration, data analytics, and machine learning in a medical context. This creates the foundation for innovative, data-driven diagnostics and therapy.
Europe connects: International exchange from university to school classrooms
Together with our lecturer PD Dr Ines Soldwisch from our Master of Public Administration (MPA) European Studies and our partner school, Anne-Frank-Gymnasium in Aachen, we are looking back on yesterday's lecture on "Right-wing populism in the European Parliament".
Visit from our partner university Universidad del Valle de Guatemala
Last Monday we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Victor Ayerdi Bardales from Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (UVG) to RWTH International Academy. UVG is a renowned private university in the capital of Guatemala with a strong international orientation.
We are delighted to offer our partner university individual qualification programs as a pathway to our Master's programs in the future. At the same time, the development of a personalized Summer School in the automotive sector is growing!
Manager Training Programme – “Fit for Partnership with Germany”: Egypt and Germany as partner countries
Farewell to Aachen: A successful attendance phase comes to an end.
On 18 August, the exciting attendance phase of the Manager Training Programme in Aachen was successfully concluded. A significant milestone for the participating experts and managers, who have gained valuable insights and knowledge over the past weeks.
In this article, you can find out what is behind the programme, which topics were taught and get impressions from one of our partner countries this year, Egypt.
Last attendance phase of M.Sc. Periodontology 2022 – expert education for dentists enters final round
It’s a wrap! The fourth and last attendance phase of Paroma 2022 is history. Time flies so fast. In November 2022 our students joined us for the first time and now in August the last attendance phase has come to an end.
The fourth attendance phase of our part-time master's program, which trains dental students to become experts in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease, focuses on implantology and the use of lasers in periodontal treatment.
RWTH BIM Talent Program – Tecklenburg as a further practical company
With the upcoming admission of students to the cohort 2024 of the BIM Talent Program at the end of the year, there is now an enriching update: In addition to the two initiator companies Hilti Deutschland AG und Viega GmbH & Co. KG, Tecklenburg GmbH is now part of the Talent Program as a third practical company and in the course of this offers master's students the opportunity to apply at their company.
Production Technology meets Industry 4.0 in reality
Since the best way to learn is not only to deal with theory, all Summer School programs also include sessions for hands-on learning: case studies, institute visits, expert talks and company tours. The latter primarily to make students familiar with the German industry and get them interested in internships or entry-level positions.
This year, we again had the honor of cooperating with the traditional German company Henkel for the Summer School Production Technology meets Industry 4.0.
Visit to Mitsubishi Electric Europe: Insights into the world of AI and smart manufacturing
On Tuesday, the participants of our Summer School "Artificial Intelligence in Industrial Applications" visited Mitsubishi Electric Europe in Ratingen. We were honored to have Division Manager Stefan Knauf introduce our students to the fascinating world of Mitsubishi Electric and share insights into the Japanese philosophy that underpins Mitsubishi's work.
Last call! Apply now for a part-time master's degree in medicine
Are you a graduate medical professional and ready to take your career to the next level?
Our three part-time master's degree programs offer you the opportunity to continue your education in specialized areas of medicine and expand your expertise.
Application deadline: August 31, 2023
Empowering Excellence: Insightful review meeting ensures student-centered improvement
It was time again for our review meeting! As part of our quality management, we met with our engineering and humanities students to get constructive feedback directly from them.
The further development of our programs and concepts through analysis, feedback and innovation are essential to meet the needs of our students and to guarantee their success in today's working world.
Exploring SmartQuart – a model of sustainable living
We are delighted to share with you the outstanding experience of our Summer School Energy Performance of Buildings and Districts students during their recent visit to SmartQuart. Led by the Dr. Arndt Brauckmann and Mr. Uwe Dietze, the tour took us through three incredible stops in the region.
In conclusion, our visit to SmartQuart left us energized and hopeful for a greener future. We would like to thank everyone involved in making this visionary project a reality.
Live-Webinar: Sustainability Transformation – Challenges & Actions
Join us for an inspiring webinar on the role of Chief Sustainability Managers in driving a positive change!
- July 28, 2023 | 13:30 - 14:30 CET
- Online: Microsoft Teams, live from our Filmstudio
- Language: English
- Speaker: Dr.-Ing. Myron Graw, Executive Director Sustainability / INC Innovation Center
Our expert Myron Graw will share insights, strategies, and success stories, providing valuable guidance on how to integrate sustainability into core business practices.
This webinar will give you an overview of the main topics of our certificate course Chief Sustainability Manager. During our Q&A session in the end of the webinar, you will have the chance to ask questions, discuss and exchange with our expert and each other.
Whether you're a sustainability professional, business leader, or simply curious about sustainable practices, this webinar is for you! Click the link below to secure your spot today.
Advancing your career: ROS Skill-Building course as part of our Career Services
Providing our Robotic Systems Engineering students with real-world ROS experience!
As part of our new career program, this course was a great way for our students to sharpen their profile and enhance their skills in programming cobots using the ROS framework.
The course came to be in cooperation with RWTH Aachen’s IGMR, co-creating and teaching the course, and Universal Robots, who provided the cobots the students worked on during the week.
Insights into the technologies of the future: visit to Eaton Industries GmbH in Bonn
As part of our Summer School "Automation and Simulation", we had the great pleasure to visit Eaton Industries GmbH (the German subsidiary of Eaton) in Bonn. During our stay, the students were given an exclusive insight into Eaton's very diverse activities in various industries.
We highly appreciate our long and fruitful partnership!
More than 200 new students in this year's RWTH German Engineering College
A warm welcome to all new RWTH German Engineering College (GEC) students on their way to a customized Master's preparation!
Because of the guidance and support from our Academy Offices for each individual student, we are welcoming a multi-cultural group of students this year. After months of planning and consulting, we are so happy that we could welcome them now in our digital Opening Event and finally start with our courses again.
Alumnus Abdel shares his journey as an M.Sc. MME-CAME student
In his exciting testimonial, we learn more about Abdel's story, from his unexpected setback with his visa application to his acceptance into our master's program, and how he overcame the challenges of online learning in the midst of the global pandemic.
Thank you Abdel for taking the time to share all these details of your journey!
Our Summer Schools 2023 are here!
The first program, "Robotics, Communication Networks and Innovation" kicked off last Monday, and it's already off to an incredible start!
Across all programs, we are very excited to see students immerse themselves in a dynamic learning environment where they'll engage with experts from RWTH Aachen University and global companies, collaborate with like-minded peers, and dive deep into hands-on projects that will push the boundaries of their imagination.
As we embark on this exciting summer journey, we can't wait to witness the incredible creativity and innovation that will unfold.
Let's celebrate the beginning of an amazing summer filled with knowledge, inspiration, and endless possibilities. See you in the classrooms and laboratories. Let's make this time a memorable one! ☀️
The rewards for hard work: Scholarship Award Ceremony 2023
To honor great ideas, outstanding academic achievements and commitment to society, RWTH International Academy offers three scholarships to students enrolled in one of our Master’s Degree Programs in engineering and humanities: the Best of Class Award, the Student Project Grant and the Social Responsibility Award.
Visit of our partner university Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
Last Monday, the Academy welcomed two professors from the School of Electronics Engineering of the Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) in India, Dr. Sivanantham Sathasivam, Professor and Dean and Dr. Zachariah C. Alex. The VIT is a private university and ranged among the top 3 in India with strong international presence across the world and partnerships with over 300 foreign universities.
The objective of their visit was to strengthen the research collaboration between the VIT and the RWTH Aachen and explore possible activities in the field of Electronics and relevant domains.
Expanding networks and growing careers: Looking back at our Networking Brunch 2023
Meeting your potential employer over coffee? Why not?
That is why we invited our international students and global companies from Aachen and abroad to our Networking Brunch 2023!
As part of our exclusive career program, the Networking Brunch is a wonderful opportunity for our students to expand their professional network, learn about the different types of companies and what they have to offer and receive valuable advice on what to pay attention to during an application process.
New Research Grant by Dürr Dental
For the course start in September 2023, we offer the brand new research grant by Dürr Dental
The southern German company has been part of the dental industry and its technical development for more than 80 years. As part of a current research group at the company, the master’s thesis will be written as part of a research series. The scholarship holder will receive financial support for this. Close supervision, on-site research as well as insights into industrial research are part of the sponsorship.
Application deadline: July 23, 2023
Company Health Day 2023 – Discover your inner balance!
One day to improve your health! A healthy working environment is essential for motivated employees. RWTH International Academy organizes every year an internal health day.
The program of this year's Health Day was filled with exciting workshops and activities to increase your own well-being and find your inner balance.
New Partnership with ESLAV – Benefit from 10% Discount
Great news for all interested students of our part-time Master of Science in Laboratory Animal Science!
We have established a partnership with the European Society of Laboratory Animal Veterinarians (ESLAV). To further support our students, we are pleased to offer a special discount: As a member of ESLAV, you will receive 10% off the tuition fees.
For more information about the program and application details, please visit the program website.
Please note that this discount cannot be combined with any other discounts.
Recap Virtual Open Day 2023
A day of insights and inspiration for our admitted students!
Our Virtual Open Day was a great success: 150 students participated online from home! We hope that you enjoyed our exclusive 2-hour live-event, which included a warm welcome from our managing director, study advisors and the academy offices.
Become a mentor for our Summer Schools 2023!
A unique opportunity for students from RWTH Aachen University: Become a mentor for our Summer Schools!
As a mentor you have the chance to meet students from all over the world, create an international network and improve your intercultural competencies. With a group of other mentors you will be responsible for the support of the international students during social events and their free time on campus.
The International Office RWTH Aachen University is the official cooperation partner of this program – so you can get your commitment certified for the Certificate International!
To become a mentor for the programs lasting up to three weeks between July and September, check out the link below.
Deadline: 6 June 2023
Visit of our partner university Changzhou Institute of Technology (CIT)
It was an honor and a great pleasure for us to welcome a delegation from our Chinese partner university Changzhou Institute of Technology (CIT) to Campus Melaten last Friday.
RWTH International Academy and CIT have been cooperating in various educational programs since the foundation of our China Office. We thank all participants for the warm and productive exchange and look forward to many exciting projects that we will realize together in the future.
Virtual Open Day 2023
Dear future students,
we are very excited to announce more details about our Virtual Open Day – live event, on May 24, 2023. Our student advisor Johanna will be your presenter for the day and will guide you through the program.
Highlights of this live event: Get to know the Academy team, Aachen tour and RWTH sightseeing, mock live lecture and meet current students of RWTH International Academy!
For admitted students of a Master's Degree Program at RWTH International Academy.
RWTH German Engineering College as a substitute for the GRE
Exciting new for all prospective students planning to apply for a Master’s degree program at RWTH Aachen University! Starting with the winter semester 2024/2025, students can submit proof of successful completion of our RWTH German Engineering College (GEC) instead of the GRE General Test. The GEC can thus replace the GRE in the application process.
¡Viva México! Visiting our partners at Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey
Our partners at Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM) have given a warm welcome to us! For one week we visited different laboratories and research groups and created new collaboration agreements for the future.
Thank you very much for these exciting insights at the Monterrey campus and the fruitful exchange.
Visit of our partner university Vishwarkarma Institute of Information Technology (VIIT)
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VIIT was already signed last fall when our Managing Director Dr. Helmut Dinger visited India for the inauguration of our local India Office.
During the return visit of our Indian guests in Germany, we have discussed to deepen our cooperation in the coming years.
The first class of our M.Sc. Medical Data Science celebrates their graduation
Let's celebrate! Last Friday, the first class of our part-time M.Sc. Medical Data Science celebrated their successful graduation.
We are proud to educate new experts in this field and congratulate all graduates on completing their studies! We are looking forward to a great future in the field of Medical Data Science.
New Certificate Course: Chief Sustainability Manager
Continuing education created for sustainable impact – join our new Certificate Course "Chief Sustainability Manager" in Cooperation with our professional Partners INC Innovation Center and LTT RWTH!
This training is aimed at sustainability managers, specialists and executives from technology-oriented companies.
BIM Talent Program – study trip to Viega World
Our BIM Talent Program is in full progress! After having already been at the Hilti Store in Aachen in February, we were invited yesterday to visit the Viega World in Attendorn together with our talents from Viega GmbH & Co. KG and Hilti Deutschland AG.
For their first time the participants of the program had the opportunity to experience working with Building Information Modeling in direct application.
Expanding our partnership with Osaka University from Japan
Today, we had the honor to welcome a delegation from Osaka University, one of our close partners, here at RWTH International Academy.
Together with our guests, Dr. Eng. Tomoyuki Terai and D.Sc. Kiyoshi Fuji-ta, we discussed the extension of our partnership and possibilities to give more students the chance to join Short Courses at RWTH International Academy, followed by fruitful talks about potential future projects and programs for Japanese students.
Scholarship Deadline of our Summer Schools extended!
Due to a high amount of impressive applications we have decided to offer additional scholarships and extend the application deadline until March 15.
The scholarship is applicable for all open 2023 Summer Schools taking place on campus. Scholarship holders are charged only 50% of the program fee.
Students studying in the following countries are eligible: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Egypt, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Peru, South Korea and Turkey.
We are looking forward to more applications!
Alumnus Guillermo on his career at RWTH Aachen University
Guillermo is an alumnus from Mexico and tells us about his career. How did he decide to study at RWTH Aachen University and what does he do now?
Find out in this interview what advice he has for financing a stay in Germany and how the PhD exchange program with our partners at the Tecnológico de Monterrey came about.
Kick-off event of our RWTH BIM Talent Program
The recruiting phase is now completed and the BIM Talent Program has officially started. Many thanks to the Hilti store in Aachen, which warmly welcomed us to the kick-off event.
It was an all-round successful afternoon with practical stations, meetings with the mentors, plenty of new inspiration and happy faces of our talents.
Book a digital one-on-one appointment with our Study Advisor
To all interested and admitted students of our Master's Degree Programs in Engineering and Humanities:
If you wish to speak to us in person, you can book a digital one-on-one appointment with our Student Advisor Johanna, who will answer your questions and guide you with your application.
Select the topic which you would like to discuss, choose a day and time, and enter your personal information. Get face-to-face service and information on scholarships, application and admission process, RWTHonline problems, specific program questions and more!
Manager Training Programme – Fit for Partnership with Germany
A warm welcome to everyone attending the manager training programme “Fit for Partnership with Germany” by the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) and GIZ!
After two exciting and successful workshop days in New Delhi, we can proudly present the current participants joining the programme with the topic focus on “Green Technology”. We are looking forward to the upcoming months with our participants and the enriching exchange.
The amount of CP awarded for our Summer Schools 2023 has been increased by 1 point
We are excited to announce that the Credit Points amount (ECTS) awarded for each of our Summer Schools 2023 has been increased by 1 point. This means that you can get up to 5 Credit Points in 4 weeks!
M.Sc. Textile Engineering – accreditation of "The Textile Institute"
Our M.Sc. Textile Engineering (Textile) is accredited by the renowned "The Textile Institute", placing it as one of three excellent educational programs in Germany.
The Textile Institute accredits a selection of courses worldwide in all areas of textile industries, while promoting professionalism in the sector globally.
RWTH International Academy 2022 at a glance
The whole team of RWTH International Academy would like to thank everyone for the successful cooperations, new exciting projects and highlights during the year.
- 215 organized events
- 9.652 international praticipants
- 77 different nations
We wish you festive holidays and a great start into a healthy and happy new year 2023!
Scholarship opportunities for our enrolled students at RWTH International Academy
Until November 30, our enrolled master's students have the chance to apply for three different scholarships:
- Best of Class Award
- Social Responsibility Award
- Student Project Grant
Welcome to Aachen – M.Sc. Periodontology 2022
Last week, we were finally able to welcome our new group of Master's students of M.Sc. Periodontology 2022 for the first time. This course offers dentists the opportunity to become highly qualified specialists in the area of periodontology.
Study Visit from the Republic of Moldova
The participants are representatives of the Bălţi Free Trade Zone and the associated "TechZone" project. In Aachen, they are looking at current research on the topic of Industry 4.0 at numerous institutes of RWTH in order to use these insights to further develop their own educational institutions.
Delegation visit from India – seven new MOUs
We are delighted to have welcomed a delegation from India (Andrha Pranesh region) to RWTH Aachen University during October. Together, we are developing exciting online course opportunities for a group of Indian colleges on the topic of "Composite Materials" in the field of textile engineering.
Recap of our RWTH Summer Schools
It was a pleasure for us to conduct our RWTH Summer Schools on campus this year. This summer we welcomed 58 students on site and another 61 online from a total of 21 countries.
Managertrainingprogram: Exciting visit at Zentis Aachen
We are happily reporting of our second visit at Zentis Aachen as part of the Managertrainingprogram by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action.
Alice Kratky and her team welcomed our Iranian participants at the impressive FruitCampus next to Aachen’s headquarter. Besides an introduction to the global driving force’s history, important topics such as HR management and motivation strategies were addressed.
Info Event | RWTH BIM Talent Program
This week, RWTH International Academy has hosted an info event for our brand-new format “RWTH BIM Talent Program”. The exclusive Talent Program is an initiative of the globally active companies Hilti and Viega and is aimed at the first-year students of the public Master’s degree programs at the Faculty of Civil Engineering.
Strengthening our excellent cooperation between Mexico and Germany
The Program "Train the Trainer – Electric Mobility" is an important step to connect teachers and research in Mexico and Germany.
New IDEA League Executive Programm: Sustainability and Emerging Technologies
To help you stay ahead of the curve, we are launching the IDEA League Executive Programm with two distinct tracks: Sustainability and Emerging Technologies.
QS World University Rankings 2022
RWTH Aachen University has achieved very good scores in the current QS Ranking by Subjects and is ranked first among the German universities.
Application for our Master’s Degree Programs 2022
02.12.2021 · Application Start
Our application portal is open! Apply for a Master’s Degree Program and take you career to the next level!
Sign up for our Summer Schools 2022
01.11.2021 – 30.04.2022 · On-campus programs
The registration period for all Summer Schools 2022 has started!
Experience international academic content, boost your career and have fun at the same time! Our various Summer Schools are highly interactive and contain a lot of intensive teamwork. As a participant you develop practical ideas together with renowned professors, get to know German industry and expand your skills with hands-on case studies.
New-Course: S-LCA
Our new certificate course addresses social risks within the company and production.
Start improving your processes
What does Six Sigma actually do and how does the method set help with process improvement? Here are the answers!
New course date Life Cycle Assessment - Life Cycle Assessment
What impact do your products have on the environment? Our Basics of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) course shows how you can test your products.
Digital Summer Schools 2021
Due to the current situation, the RWTH International Academy has decided to realize the Summer Schools taking place in June and July 2021 in the form of online courses.
Continuing dental education at RWTH Aachen University
With our international master's degree M.Sc. in Periodontology we are offering a part-time master's program for continuing dental education. It is conducted together with the Clinic for Operative Dentistry, Periodontology and Preventive Dentistry at RWTH Aachen University Hospital.
Continuing education week of the Region Aachen
"Mastering crises. Secure know-how. Educate further" - this is the motto of this year's digital training week in the Aachen region. Of course we are part of it! On March 5, we will present ourselves with a short pitch and on March 11, we will show how versatile our training offers are.
Application phase M.Sc. degree programs
As of March 2, students from EU can apply for our English-language M.Sc. degree programs in engineering. Additive Manufacturing, Electric Mobility Production or Robotic Systems Engineering are just some of the current research and production topics we have integrated into our M.Sc. degree programs.
International studies from home?
For international students, the Corona pandemic has had a very different impact. For many, the actual face-to-face study in another country has turned into a digital study on their own couch in their home town. We wanted to know from our master's students where they are currently and when they are planning to return to Germany, should they be abroad or in their home countries.
New boarding and apartment house
To ensure that our students and participants are perfectly cared for during their education and training, our new boarding house and apartment building will open on June 2021 in the heart of Aachen's city center. 64 beds in the boarding house and 41 apartments for long-term living will then be available - and some of them with a view of the Aachen Cathedral spires!
Film studio in use and bookable
As International Academy we want to reach people interested in education worldwide and respond even more flexibly and individually by enhanced digital education, information and service offerings.
Campaign #RWTHhilft will be continued
With the help of previous donors, 86 students severely affected by the pandemic situation have already been supported by bridging scholarships (€600 each).
Continuing education funding 2020/2021
Good news to all those who applied for Bildungscheck 2020 (education voucher) but could not claim it due to the restrictions in the course of the pandemic: This year's Bildungscheck is still valid in 2021!
Quality association of university Further education institutes
In September, the managing directors of higher education institutions from all over Germany met in Aachen for a first kick-off exchange of experts.