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Analytical Instruments, Measurement and Sensor Technology
Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts Coburg
Degree
Master of Engineering
In cooperation with

[http://www.hs-coburg.de/aims]

University of Shanghai for Science and

Technology (USST)
Course language(s)

[http://www.hs-coburg.de/aims]

English
The entire programme is taught in English.
Language courses in German and in Mandarin
are offered.
Admission semester
Summer and winter semester
Beginning
The programme starts in spring (between 15
February and 1 March) in Shanghai and autumn
(mid-September) in Coburg every year.
Programme duration
Four semesters (two years)
Classes in Shanghai take place in the summer
semester, the winter semester is to be
completed in Coburg.

CONTACT
Hochschule fr angewandte
Wissenschaften Coburg
AIMS-Studiengang

Application deadline
30 June for the winter semester or 31 October
for the summer semester
Course content
The international Master's programme covers
subjects connected with the sensor market,
which is growing on a worldwide scale. The
fields of instrumental analytics, measurement
and sensor technology are of outstanding
practical importance for a wide variety of highly
innovative industrial sectors, all of which have
substantial economic impact and involve many
scientific disciplines. Our cooperation with the
University of Shanghai for Science and
Technology (USST) allows students to focus on
the international aspects of the industry.
Main courses: Sensor Technology, Mathematical
Data Analysis, Computer-Based Measurement,
Digital Signal Processing, Nanometrology,
Photoelectric Detection

Dr Inga Emmerling
Friedrich-Streib-Strae 2
96450 Coburg
Tel. +49 (0) 95 61-31 76 05
Tel. +49 (0) 95 61-31 76 06
Fax. +49 (0) 95 61-31 72 75

E-mail [mailto:aims@hscoburg.de]
Course website
[http://www.hscoburg.de/aims]

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Further Contacts

Electives: Computer Simulation of Sensors and

Actuators, Chemical Sensors, Methods of
Instrumental Analysis, Microacoustic Sensors,
Design of Experiments, Scientific
Documentation and Reporting, Medical Imaging
Technologies, Risk of Investment in Emerging
Technologies, Flow Measurement, Medical
Imaging Technology, Automotive Electronics
Educational
organisation
The programme has a duration of four
semesters, with one semester in Shanghai at
the University of Shanghai for Science and
Technology (USST), one semester in Coburg at
the Coburg University of Applied Sciences and
Arts (CUASA), and a practical internship in
Germany for international students and abroad
for German students. The last semester is
dedicated to the Master's thesis.
Nanometrology, Digital Signal Processing,
Photoelectric Detection and Automotive
Electronics are given by professors at USST in
the summer semester. Sensor Technology,
Computer-Based Measurement Technology,
Mathematical Data Analysis and the other
electives are given at Coburg University of
Applied Sciences and Arts in the winter
semester. The courses will be held as lectures
but also incorporate lab experiments.
Study abroad unit(s)
German students must complete one semester
of coursework and the practical internship
abroad. Foreign students must spend one
semester at our partner university in Shanghai
and at least one year in Germany.
Internships
An internship is a required part of the AIMS
programme. It takes at least 12 weeks, but can
be extended. Students may take advantage of
our well-developed network with companies in
order to find an appropriate placement.
Forms of assessment
At the end of the semester written or oral
examinations will be held. Other testing formats
include case studies, reports, student projects,
laboratory exercises and seminars.
ECTS credits
120
Diploma supplement
Yes
General promotion /
funding
DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
Course-related
German language

Sabine Lehnert

E-mail
[mailto:sabine.lehnert@hscoburg.de]

Submit application to
Hochschule fr angewandte
Wissenschaften Coburg
Frau Inga Emmerling
Friedrich-Streib-Strae 2
96450 Coburg
Germany

courses
Yes
Course objectives
The objective of AIMS is to qualify students to
use the methods and technologies of sensor
technology, computer-based measurement
technology, analytic instruments,
nanometrology, optoelectric sensor technology
and digital signal processing. Students are also
trained in the application of these methods and
technologies by means of various practical
projects. The programme allows participants to
increase their theoretical knowledge and
practical experience. They will be able to
network and to participate in projects with
industrial and scientific partners.
Tuition fees
2,000 EUR per semester
Enrolment fees
85.05 EUR per semester (included in tuition
fees), including semester ticket for buses and
trains
Costs of living
For personal expenses during your studies in
Coburg, we recommend a budget of around 670
EUR per month for accommodation, living costs,
health insurance, books and miscellaneous
expenses.
Job opportunities
The Institute of Sensor and Actuator Technology
at Coburg University of Applied Sciences and
Arts was established as a result of increasing
project activities at our university. It serves as
an interface with partners from industry and
opens the door for job opportunities with these
partners. It also offers selected candidates the
opportunity to participate in research and
development projects at the institute.
During the internship and the Master's thesis,
students receive a salary from the companies.
Funding
opportunities within
the university
Students can apply for a so-called
"Deutschlandstipendium" at the university. They
will receive up to 300 EUR per month for one
year.
http://www.hs-coburg.de/9986.3 [http://www.hscoburg.de/9986.3]
Language
requirements
The entire programme is taught in English.
Proficiency in English at Master's programme
level (i.e. TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent) is
required.

Academic
requirements
We are looking for students with an
undergraduate degree in engineering or in the
natural sciences with above-average results,
some intercultural skills, knowledge in
electronics and postgraduate professional
experience of, in general, not less than one
year, which in part can be gained parallel to
their studies.
Where to apply
Hochschule fr angewandte Wissenschaften
Coburg
Frau Inga Emmerling
Friedrich-Streib-Strae 2
96450 Coburg
Germany
Arrival support
We provide arrival support in Coburg. Students
receive help with luggage transport from Coburg
train station, etc. We also offer an orientation
week for new students to introduce them to
aspects of daily life in Germany (banking,
insurance, residence permits, shopping, etc.).
Services and support
for international
students
Foreign students are supported by a student
tutoring and counselling system to make their
stay here in Coburg as easy as possible. A wellorganised social and cultural activities
programme specially for foreign students helps
to integrate the students into life at the
university.
Accommodation
The International Office of Coburg University of
Applied Sciences and Arts helps students to find
accommodation. Students can rent apartments
in halls of residence on the campus (450
modern single apartments with kitchen,
bathroom and modern facilities such as internet
access). The apartments must be rented for at
least six months (September to February or
March to August). Apartments or rooms to rent
can also be found in the centre of Coburg close
to the university.
Course website
www.hs-coburg.de/aims [http://www.hs-coburg.d
e/aims]
About the university
The Coburg University of Applied Sciences and
Arts is a well-established, state-owned, mediumsized university with about 4,500 students. It is
just the right size for international students to
settle in and feel at home.

Total number of
students
4,500
Total percentage of
international
students
8%
About the city
Coburg lies in the northern part of the culturally
rich state of Bavaria and is characterised by a
strong presence of small and medium-sized
enterprises, among them global players. It is a
medium-sized city offering a combination of
tradition and modernity. The town was
established in the Middle Ages and has a historic
town centre and a medieval castle. At the same
time, it offers all the comforts of a modern city,
including many interesting cultural events.
Coburg is an attractive destination both for
studying and for leisure activities.

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