Summer School | Robotics & Communication Networks
In this Summer School, you get to program a robot education cell in a team and make your robot complete! Master the main areas of robotics: robotic systems, kinematics and dynamics. Study the history of information theory, understand challenges and focus on practical examples of solving problems in modern communication technology.
Additionally, learn how to program variables, loops, queries, objects, classes and methods using Java.
- Study format:
- Short Course | Summer School
- Duration:
- 3 weeks: July 6 - July 26, 2025
- Teaching:
- On campus
- Credit Points:
- 4 ECTS (about 100 hours)
- Course fees:
- 3,350 €
- Qualification:
- RWTH Aachen University Certificate
- Language:
- English
10% Early Bird Discount*: Complete your registration before March 1 and save 335 €!
15% Friends & Peers Discount*: Convince a friend to participate with you and save 500 € each!
*The discounts are not combinable.
Build a robot with your teammates and win our contest!
- Program a robot education cell and its sensors with Java
- Come up with innovative changes to a real-life mechatronic system by considering its fragmentation and functions
- Learn about the components and applications of robotic systems from industrial to leightweight robots
- See application examples of information theory and communication technology like power control in wireless networks
Would you like to have credits accredited at your home university? A detailed module description is available here upon request.
Learn from KUKA - A pioneer in the global industrial robot game!
We make sure that you get the most out of our network. For our program "Robotics and Innovation for Future Industries", we are cooperating with KUKA AG, one of the leading suppliers on the global market for industrial robots. Learn first-hand from experts and expand your own network!
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 Robotics & Communication Networks?
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
Desirable is basic knowledge in technical mechanics, automation technology, robotics, mechatronics or computer science, programming skills (C++ and/or Java) or interest in logic-based programming. Linux skills are beneficial.
It is also beneficial if your study degree is related to this program.
50% Scholarships available for highly qualified students - Only until April 15!
Students enrolled at a university located in one of the listed countries are eligible for a scholarship worth 1,675 €. Check out the conditions here.
These three weeks in Aachen are an unforgettable experience for me. The students are coming from all over the world, and the exciting social events helped me get along with them. We motivated each other for deeper expertise in Aachen or other universities. I want to visit this lovely city again in the future.
Masaya Ikeda, Japan
