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Acoustics
Whether it’s a concert hall, an electric vehicle, a production hall or a shopping centre – acoustics are a key factor in determining quality, comfort and functionality in every setting, and they influence commercial success. Qualified acoustic engineers are in high demand because the requirements for noise protection, product quality and user experience are constantly rising.
This involves the targeted measurement, analysis and design of sound. Only in this way can solutions be developed that reduce noise and optimise sound characteristics. What makes Mittweida special is that you combine engineering knowledge with expertise in audio technology – and develop solutions for perfect acoustics in rooms, devices and the environment.
An overview of the course content
At Mittweida University of Applied Sciences, you’ll work with high-tech measurement equipment, state-of-the-art simulation systems and in specialist laboratories. You’ll analyse sound fields, model acoustic environments and learn how to design acoustic spaces – from open-air festivals to vehicle cabins. Seminars such as Room and Building Acoustics, Noise Control and Electroacoustics combine theory with practical application. Through laboratory practicals, projects and the unique acoustics laboratory, you’ll experience how physics, mathematics and perception come together to create audible quality. You’ll benefit from state-of-the-art equipment, including room acoustics modelling technology, simulation software, an acoustic camera and even a dedicated test vehicle from BMW.
Audio and Video Technology I
Fundamentals of Information Technology
Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering
Music
Business Management
Mathematics I
Audio and Video Technology II
Fundamentals of Acoustics
Analogue Technology
Integral Transforms and Numerical Applications
Physics
Mathematics II
Signals and Systems
Digital Circuit Design
Digital Signal Processing
Engineering Mechanics
Specialisation modules:
- Project Acoustics I
- Architectural Acoustics
Practical Audio Electronics
Acoustic Measurements
Advanced modules:
- Project Acoustics II
- Laboratory Course in Acoustics
- Noise Protection
AI in Audio and Acoustics
Design
Foundation Management
Specialisation modules:
- Project Acoustics III
- Sound Engineering
- Practical Sound Engineering
Academic Publishing
Specialisation modules:
- Acoustic Machine Design
- Acoustic Modelling and Simulation
Practical module (24 weeks in total across the 6th and 7th semesters)
Practical module (24 weeks in total across the 6th and 7th semesters)
Reflection module
Bachelor’s thesis (12 weeks)
Audio and Acoustical Engineering in Mittweida
In summary – Acoustics in Mittweida
Specialisation within the full-time Bachelor’s degree programme in Audio and Acoustical Engineering
(210 Credits)
As an engineer specialising in acoustics, you’ll shape the soundscape of tomorrow. You’ll work in engineering firms, research institutions or industry – for example in the automotive sector, in building acoustics, for audio equipment manufacturers or in environmental protection. Whether as a room acoustics specialist, sound consultant, noise control specialist or audio engineer – your combination of technical understanding and creativity is in high demand. If you’d like to deepen your knowledge, the extra occupational Master’s in Acoustical Engineering in Mittweida and Munich is the perfect next step after your Bachelor’s degree.
Application and Admission
Applicants must hold a general university entrance qualification, a university of applied sciences entrance qualification, a subject-specific university entrance qualification or an equivalent recognised qualification. Applicants who have completed vocational training and have at least three years’ professional experience may also be admitted following a consultation and a successful entrance examination.
Language skills:
Anyone who did not obtain their university entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution must demonstrate German language proficiency at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Proof of this can be provided, for example, by passing the ‘German as a Foreign Language’ (TestDaF) test at the Mittweida University Preparatory College with an average score of TDN 3 in all four sections, or by presenting an equivalent certificate.
The application period for the winter semester begins on 15 April and ends on 15 July. You can register online via the HSMW application portal. Once you have submitted all your documents, you can enrol. Once you have enrolled, your place at Mittweida is secured. For international applicants, the application deadline is 15 May, to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
We’ve got you covered! Excellent study conditions, modern facilities and affordable rent allow you to focus fully on your studies. Tutorials are on hand to help with academic queries, the SAXEED start-up network supports you on your journey to developing your own business idea, and the Social Support Service offers assistance with specific life situations, such as childcare or caring for relatives. The campus also has plenty to offer: two music festivals a year, an active esports team and a vibrant student community. Discover just how diverse life in Mittweida is – at the Open Day or the Night of Science.
Related degree programmes
Frequently Asked Questions
No specific prior knowledge of audio engineering is required, as all the relevant content is taught from scratch during the degree programme. However, as this is a technical degree programme, a fundamental interest in mathematics and physics is very important in order to truly grasp the principles underlying, for example, sound and technology.
Yes, you have the option of specialising in either Acoustics or Audio Production. This allows you to decide for yourself whether your focus should be more on technical acoustics and vibration theory or on the media-oriented production of audio content.
You’ll decide on your specialisation at the end of the second semester, once you’ve gained an understanding of the fundamentals of both areas. As with the other degree programmes, the lecturers will help you choose the path that best suits your strengths by providing a detailed overview of the specialisation options.
