Summer School | Automation and Simulation
In this Summer School you learn all about fundamentals in automation and simulation. The topic simulation features various exercises in a computer lab. You solve real world problems by applying software and acquire a solid understanding of methods used in mechanical engineering.
During a lab tour, you gain an insight into the institute's research approaches. In the automation part, you discuss modern automated production systems, covering all the major cutting-edge technologies of production automation.
- Study format:
- Short Course | Summer School
- Duration:
- 3 weeks: July 9 - July 29, 2023
- Teaching:
- On campus
- Credit Points:
- 4 ECTS (about 100 hours)
- Course fees:
- 2,990 €
- Qualification:
- RWTH Aachen University Certificate
- Language:
- English
Early Bird Discount: Complete your registration before March 1 and save 10% of the program fee!
Friends & Peers Discount: Convince a friend to participate with you and you both get 15% off the program fee!
Solve computing assignments and apply your skills in a project
- Come up with elaborate calculations for adequate simulations
- Realize a project work in a computer laboratory
- Try, test, and acquire methods in mechanical engineering to understand automation processes
- Learn about current research challenges during a lab tour
- Upgrade your skill set for the interdisciplinary engineering world
Simulation
Automation

Benefit from excellent teaching of RWTH Aachen University
Our Summer Schools are uniquely designed for international students who want to gain insights into German engineering, management, and innovation at RWTH Aachen University – one of Europe’s leading science and research institutions. Benefit from high-value academic content, excellent hands-on classes and a strong network of industry partners.
What makes RWTH Summer Schools special?

Excellent learning environment
Through the variety of lectures, tutorials, case studies, and lab work RWTH pursues an integrated learning approach, in which students are the active drivers of knowledge discovery and application.

Academic and social supporting program
Get in touch with both research and industry at institute, lab and company visits. Besides that, enjoy city trips, sing karaoke, and have a BBQ with the other interational students your age.

Comfortable stay in the historic city of Aachen
Benefit from an all-around comfortable stay. Besides the course, your accommodation, transportation ticket and catering is included so that you can fully focus on learning and enjoying your time.

Official RWTH certificate with credit points
Stand out in the global job market and boost your career with a certificate from one of the most highly recognized technical universities in Germany, Europe and worldwide.
Are you interested in Automation and Simulation?
Every year we welcome students from all over the world. You can become part of our international student community if you are:
- at least 18 years old
- in your Bachelor's, Master's, in between or recently graduated
- proficient in the English language
It is beneficial if your study degree is related to this program.
Desirable is basic knowledge in the following areas: Mathematics, Mechanics, Materials Science, Thermodynamics, Computer Science/Programming Techniques, Machine Drawing/Machine Elements or Modelling.
What's in for you?
- 3 weeks RWTH classes
- Supporting program with social activities
- Comfortable stay including accommodation & meals
- RWTH Certificate with 4 Credit Points (ECTS)
- Highly international environment
Regular fee: 2,990 €
Friends & Peers: 2,540 €
Early Birds: 2,690 €
50% Scholarships available for highly qualified students - Only until March 15!
Students enrolled at a university located in one of the listed countries are eligible for a scholarship worth 1,495 €. Check out the conditions here.
Further Information & Downloads
If you want to learn more about all relevant processes and check our scholarship opportunities, make sure to read through our formalities page. Do you have any other questions? Feel free to get in touch with us via email.
The four weeks I spent in Aachen were great. Not only did I learn a lot regarding automation and simulation but I also gained a better understanding about other cultures from all over the world. It was an amazing experience meeting so many different people and sharing different cultures with each other. I am grateful for this great opportunity and hope I come back to this beautiful place in the future.
Enes Arda, Turkey | Summer School - Automation & Simulation