Construction Engineering (in planning, with FH Erfurt)
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The University of Erfurt is offering a new bachelor's programme in Civil Engineering in cooperation with the University of Applied Sciences Erfurt from the winter semester 2026/27.
The main objective of the Construction Engineering major is essentially to provide, through practice-oriented teaching, a broad-based education based on scientific knowledge and methods in the essential areas of construction engineering.
In the relevant modules, this should also enable students to recognise the effects of construction technology on the environment and to avoid negative consequences as far as possible. The modules that serve this purpose are offered by the University of Applied Sciences in Erfurt.
A Studium Fundamentale integrated into the major also enables students to deepen their general social and personal skills, in particular judgement, communication skills, social skills including intercultural skills, and aesthetic skills. These skills are intended in particular to enable students to tackle social challenges and are developed on the basis of such issues.
- Mathematics
- Building materials science
- Building mechanics
- Building construction and building regulations
- Geotechnics
- Occupational safety
- Solid construction, steel construction, timber construction
- Construction operations/ production engineering
Career prospects: Teaching profession and much more...
In addition to the career prospects of a teaching profession at vocational schools, a degree in Construction Engineering opens up the following professional fields of activity:
- in the construction industry,
- in the building trade,
- in independent engineering offices,
- in construction departments of industrial and commercial enterprises and
- in technical administrations in the public sector.
Please note, however, that this qualification does not lead to authorisation to submit building plans.
Structure of the Construction Engineering degree programme
Structure of the Bachelor's programme at the University of Erfurt
Two-subject Bachelor's programme: major and minor subject
At the University of Erfurt, you always combine two subjects in the Bachelor's degree programme: a major subject and a minor subject (two-subject Bachelor's degree).
The Fundamental Studies programme is integrated into the major subject. Additional, possibly non-subject-specific courses enable you to apply what you have learnt in practice and acquire additional key skills.
The Civil Engineering degree programme is only offered as a major subject.
- Flexibility and breadth: you can choose a subject that complements your interests or provides you with further training in a completely new area. This broadens your horizons and creates an interdisciplinary perspective.
- Excellent career opportunities: With a minor subject, you acquire additional skills that can give you an advantage on the labour market.
- individual profile building: you develop a personal profile that reflects your interests and strengths.
- new perspectives: you learn how different disciplines work and think, which helps you to solve complex problems from different angles.
Combine Construction Engineering
You can combine the Construction Engineering major with all subjects. Construction Engineering is not offered as a minor subject.
Special combination rules apply to the teacher training programme for vocational schools. You can find these under the teaching degree programme.
It offers you the opportunity to look beyond your own subject and engage with exciting, socially relevant topics. You will learn to think and work in an interdisciplinary way - a skill that is becoming increasingly important in today's world.
Why it is worthwhile for you:
- You will broaden your horizons by gaining insights into different subject areas.
- You will develop key skills such as critical thinking and creative problem-solving approaches.
- You will improve your social and communication skills, which will benefit you in your studies and later in your appointment.
- You can contribute and develop your personal interests and values.
Programme structure: Construction Engineering major
The Bachelor's degree programme in Construction Engineering is divided into an orientation phase lasting one academic year and a qualification phase lasting two academic years. Depending on the provider, the modules are to be completed either at the University of Applied Sciences or at the University of Erfurt. During the orientation phase, six compulsory modules must be completed for the major subject Construction Engineering.
During the qualification phase, students must complete 14 additional compulsory modules in addition to three elective modules in the Studium Fundamentale programme, two of which are graded and count towards the major subject and overall grade of the Bachelor's programme. Those who wish to enrol in the Master of Education Programme in Vocational Schools at the University of Erfurt must complete the module Introduction to Vocational Education as an additional fundamental course.
The major subject of Construction Engineering must be combined with one of the following teaching-related minor subjects at the University of Erfurt: English/American Studies, Protestant Religion, German Studies, Catholic Religion, Mathematics, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Romance Studies, Sports and Physical Education, or Economics, Law and Social Sciences – Social Sciences Concentration.
The final module for the bachelor's thesis must be completed in Construction Engineering.
Depending on the module, the modules are completed either at the University of Applied Sciences or at the University of Erfurt.
Orientation phase (1st – 2nd semester)
Compulsory modules:
- Mathematics I
- Building Materials I
- Construction Mechanics I (Statics)
- Mathematics II
- Construction Mechanics II (Strength of Materials)
- Construction mechanics III (statics/loads)
Qualification phase (3rd – 6th semester)
Compulsory modules:
- Building Construction I and Building Regulations
- Building Materials Science II
- Building Construction II and Building Regulations II
- Building Mechanics IV
- Geotechnics I
- Construction operations/Production technology
- Solid Construction I
- Occupational Safety
- Steel Construction I
- Timber Construction I
- Building Construction III
- Final module (bachelor's thesis)
- Speech Training
Compulsory elective modules:
- Introduction to Vocational Education [counts as SF module]
In the major subject Construction Engineering, students must also complete a compulsory module for the professional internship and three compulsory elective modules for the Studium Fundamentale.
Semester abroad during your studies
Take the opportunity to gain international experience! Thanks to numerous co-operations with foreign universities, you have the opportunity to spend a semester or year abroad during your studies. Such a stay not only broadens your academic horizons, but also strengthens your intercultural and language skills. In preparation, the University of Erfurt offers free language courses at the Language Centre.
The International Office will be happy to help you organise your stay abroad.
Admission requirements (without NC)
Construction Engineering degree programme Prerequisites
Studying with A-levels
- General higher education entrance qualification or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification or comparable previous education
General information on the admission requirements (studying without Abitur)
Language requirements
Language requirements in the degree programme
The language of instruction is German. Students should have an advanced level of competence (C1).
Language Centre
The Language Centre offers around 140 language courses per semester in 16 modern and old (foreign) languages. It supports you in acquiring and improving your language skills.
Language Centre
Study Construction Engineering without NC
Study details
After the Bachelor's degree: Master's programmes
Open Day & Discovery Days
Open Day
Numerous information and counselling services offer you the opportunity to see the study and living conditions in Erfurt for yourself at the Open Day. Get to know the green campus and the beautiful old town centre on guided tours. Information about the programme: Open Day
Discovery Days
Discovery Days at the University of Erfurt mean experiencing "studying up close". Within a week (on as many days as you like) you can attend selected courses (lectures or seminars) and get a taste of campus life. Information and programme: Discovery Days
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Become a teacher for Construction Engineering!
Information on the teacher training programme
The teacher training programme is based on the Bachelor's/Master's degree system. The degree is equivalent to the 1st state examination. Following the Master's programme, you will complete the preparatory service, which concludes with the 2nd state examination.
Teaching profession vocational schools
If you would like to teach at a vocational school, you must choose Construction Engineering as your main subject and another subject relevant to teaching in your Bachelor's degree. You will then go on to study the Master of Education Vocational Schools at the University of Erfurt.
| Major subject | Minor subject |
|---|---|
| Construction Engineering (Construction Engineering) | English and American Studies (English) |
| Protestant Religion (Protestant Religion) | |
| German Studies (German) | |
| Catholic Religion (Catholic Religious Education) | |
| Mathematics (Maths) | |
| Philosophy (Ethics) | |
| Religious Studies (Ethics) | |
| Romance Studies (French) | |
| Sport and Movement Education (Sport) | |
| Economics, Law and Social Sciences (Social Studies) |
Come to the Open Day on 9 May 2026 and find out more about the Bachelor's programme in Construction Engineering.
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