Fresh offerings in product innovation, mechanical engineering design, and computer science studies
Pforzheim University is set to introduce a new Bachelor's degree program in the winter semester of 2024/25: Product Development and Technical Design. This announcement comes as the university responds to the growing demand for IT experts and prepares students for future tasks in industry and the creative economy.
The new program, led by Dr. Werner Engeln, Professor of Product Development at Pforzheim University, will impart comprehensive informatics knowledge, including specializations in Artificial Intelligence, Medical Informatics, and Automation Technology. Students will learn to apply engineering sciences, product development methods, and modern manufacturing technologies to solve technical problems, ensuring resource efficiency, price stability, and sustainability in the development and production of industrial and everyday goods.
In addition to the new program, Pforzheim University's Faculty of Technology will continue to offer the "General Mechanical Engineering" degree program, which combines product development and industrial production. This program, like the new one, offers numerous electives, making developments in digital transformation predictable.
The Product Development and Technical Design degree program will also be available as a practice-integrated study program with cooperating companies, providing students with valuable real-world experience. For those seeking a more comprehensive educational experience, the program offers the opportunity to pursue a Master's degree program in Product Development.
Pforzheim University is known for its modern teaching methods and technologies, including laboratories, practice-oriented projects, and close cooperation with regional companies for practical semesters. This approach ensures that students are well-prepared for the demands of the modern workforce.
Career opportunities for graduates of the Product Development and Technical Design program are vast, including technical design or product development roles in various industries and service providers. The program prepares students for future tasks in industry and the creative economy.
While the new Fashion Design degree program was not explicitly mentioned in the available search results, a reference to a fashion design graduate from Pforzheim University in a 2025 event listing suggests the presence and continuation of this program at the Faculty of Technology. For more detailed or updated information, contacting Pforzheim University directly or checking their official announcements would be advisable.
The university's expansion of its portfolio of study programs at the Faculty of Technology reflects its commitment to providing students with a diverse range of educational opportunities and preparing them for successful careers in the ever-evolving technological landscape.
- Dr. Werner Engeln, leading the new Product Development and Technical Design program at Pforzheim University, will teach students advanced technology concepts, such as Artificial Intelligence, Medical Informatics, and Automation Technology, to apply engineering sciences and develop sustainable solutions in education-and-self-development.
- In addition to the new program, Pforzheim University's Faculty of Technology offers the "General Mechanical Engineering" degree program that combines product development and industrial production, providing students with a diverse range of electives and embracing digital transformation for future tasks in industry and technology.
