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Engineering Cybernetics - Bachelor's study program

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Course content, study program structure, and the application process – guidance and information on the Bachelor's study program in Engineering Cybernetics at the University of Stuttgart.

Is Engineering Cybernetics right for you? Come and find out!

Do you have a sense of what the Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering Cybernetics entails? With our expectations check, you can quickly and easily check whether your expectations of the study program are realistic.

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Do you have a sense of what the Bachelor’s study program in Engineering Cybernetics entails?

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Engineering Cybernetics is the study of cyberspace.

This statement is largely false

Of course, the word "cyberspace" is borrowed from cybernetics, and algorithms, computer networks, and data play a major role. However, cybernetics is not primarily concerned with virtual worlds, but rather aims to model, simulate, and control real systems, for example in the operation of a wind turbine or an aircraft on autopilot.

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If I study Engineering Cybernetics, in the end I know a little about everything, but nothing really in depth.

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The core focuses of cybernetics are modeling, simulation, and control of dynamic systems. Cybernetics experts focus on this area. And the program specifically prepares you for this role. In addition, there is a basic education in mathematics, computer science, and engineering sciences. The latter is broadly structured to cover as many application areas as possible.

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The study of Engineering Cybernetics involves a lot of mathematics.

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Almost one fifth of the program consists of mathematical foundations. Depending on their interests, students can take Advanced Mathematics for Physicists, Cybernetics, and Electrical Engineers, or the mathematics lectures for mathematics students. Mathematics is also required in the higher semesters, as the methods of cybernetics are based on advanced mathematical concepts.

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Engineering Cybernetics is a male-dominated field.

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Of course it's not! Female students in Engineering Cybernetics are just as successful as their male peers. In fact, the proportion of female students even increases with the transition from the Bachelor’s to the Master’s program. Female students are therefore very successful in the Bachelor’s program and additionally transfer from other fields into the M.Sc. Engineering Cybernetics.

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After graduation, cybernetics specialists work exclusively in the automotive industry.

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Many graduates are recruited by major car manufacturers and suppliers. However, due to their interdisciplinary training, cybernetics specialists are not limited to any specific industry. Experts in modeling, simulation, and control are needed everywhere. In addition, almost half are offered a doctoral position after completing the Master's program.

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Topics in Engineering Cybernetics, such as intelligent and autonomous systems, are currently very popular.

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Indeed, interest in these subfields of cybernetics is currently on the rise. This is a very positive development for graduates of Engineering Cybernetics, and these topics are here to stay. The program has existed at the University of Stuttgart since 1972, is more relevant today than ever, and will not lose its significance in the future.

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Working with computers – for example, programming and data analysis – is an essential part of cybernetics.

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The solutions developed by cybernetics specialists are often integrated as software components into technical applications. Since these programs are used in real systems such as autonomous vehicles, cybernetics specialists also always work with hardware. Although computer science is an important focus, prior knowledge in computer science, such as programming languages, is not required.

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What I learn in the Engineering Cybernetics program can be applied to real-world problems from the very beginning.

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In the first four semesters, the program is very theoretical, and students mainly learn fundamentals and methods. However, this is precisely the appeal of cybernetics, as these cybernetic methods can be applied to a wide variety of problems. Accordingly, there is a wide range of specific topics and application areas that are covered at the end of the Bachelor's program.

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Studying Engineering Cybernetics requires a lot of hard work and commitment, as well as great perseverance and persistence.

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Engineering Cybernetics is a demanding Bachelor's program that, beyond practical fundamentals, requires precision and the ability to think abstractly. These skills can only be acquired through a lot of independent work and strong motivation. Mathematical aptitude helps, but it is no guarantee of success.

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The goal here wasn’t to answer everything correctly, but to gain a better understanding of the study program. You now need to determine whether your understanding of the study program is accurate or where you need more information.

My skills

Top three skills for studying Engineering Cybernetics:

Strong mathematical-logical thinking: You enjoy complex relationships and analytical problem-solving.
Ability to think abstractly: You can translate concrete challenges into theoretical models and work on them systematically.
Interdisciplinary interest and strong communication skills: You are open to diverse application areas and enjoy working in teams with experts from various disciplines.

My interests

Broad interest in natural sciences such as physics and biology, engineering sciences such as electrical engineering and robotics, and the social and economic sciences.
Methods are more important to you than knowledge.
Interest in dynamic systems, i.e., processes that are in motion and continuously changing.
Desire to help shape the future and develop the intelligent systems of tomorrow.

Engineering Cybernetics - Bachelor's study program

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