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Learning experience
Study part-time over 8 semesters or full-time in 4. Same content, same degree.
No mandatory attendance
All coursework is available online 24/7. Live sessions are offered but never required. Study before work, during lunch, or late at night.
Made for on-the-job impact
Every module ends with a project, not a theory exam. Work on problems relevant to your field and apply what you learn the same week.
Set your own pace
Go deep when you have the bandwidth, scale back when work gets intense. You control the speed and the workload.
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No fixed dates
All material is available from day one. Work through it in any order, at any time. There's no semester clock ticking – just your own schedule. Learn at your own pace and balance your job and your coursework.
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Every module is a project
No multiple choice, no theory dumps. You work on a real problem, document your process, and present your results. Practice the same way you'd work in a professional setting and build your portfolio.
Learing experience
Choose the payment plan that works for your situation – whether you want to minimize monthly costs, keep flexibility, or save with an upfront discount.
Already earning? Your tutition pays back.
As a working professional in Germany, your tutition fees are tax-deductible as income-related expenses (Werbungskosten). Depending on your tax bracket, this can meaningfully reduce your overall cost.
Jumpstart your career
How our partner network jumpstarts your career
We don't simulate practice – we partner with labs, workshops, and companies where you apply what you learn. Get hands-on experience in professional environments, supervised by practitioners who work in the field.
Access workshops and labs for measurement, manufacturing, and testing technologies and work with professional equipment.
Train in a neurorobotics lab where robotics meets AI and neuroscience. Run experiments, test systems, and work on real development projects.
Start your venture
Turn your final project into a real product. Get guidance on business models, funding, and go-to-market — backed by our GründerHub.
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Continue into research
Keep working on what you started. Our research collaborations open pathways to PhD programs and academic careers.
Jumpstart your career
How our partner network jumpstarts your career
We don't simulate practice – we partner with labs, workshops, and companies where you apply what you learn. Get hands-on experience in professional environments, supervised by practitioners who work in the field.
Access workshops and labs for measurement, manufacturing, and testing technologies. Work with professional equipment under expert supervision – the same tools you'll use in industry.
Train in a neurorobotics lab where robotics meets AI and neuroscience. Run experiments, test systems, and work on real development projects alongside experienced professionals.
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Start your venture
Turn your final project into a real product. Get guidance on business models, funding, and go-to-market — backed by our GründerHub.
Continue into research
Keep working on what you started. Our research collaborations open pathways to PhD programs and academic careers.
1. Submit your application
Tell us about yourself: your background, your CV, and what draws you to the program. No lengthy essays or complicated forms.
2. Short interview
Tell us about yourself: your background, your CV, and what draws you to the program. No lengthy essays or complicated forms.
3. Decision
We review your application and get back to you with a clear answer. No endless waiting, no guessing.
4. Enrollment
Accept your offer and complete your registration. Once that's done, you're officially a VTH student.
1. Submit your application
Tell us about yourself: your background, your CV, and what draws you to the program. No lengthy essays or complicated forms.
2. Short interview
Tell us about yourself: your background, your CV, and what draws you to the program. No lengthy essays or complicated forms.
3. Decision
We review your application and get back to you with a clear answer. No endless waiting, no guessing.
4. Enrollment
Accept your offer and complete your registration. Once that's done, you're officially a VTH student.
How does project-based assessment work?
Every module ends with a hands-on project instead of a written exam. You choose one of two formats: a Scientific Project Insight Report (a short academic article based on your findings) or a Live Pitch & Defense (presenting your work and answering questions). Both formats are graded to academic standards — you prove what you can do, not what you memorized.
Can I really use AI for my coursework?
Yes. AI is a learning tool — for research, structuring, brainstorming, and quality checks. You're expected to use it, but you stay responsible for the results. Every project includes an AI reflection protocol where you document how AI contributed and what decisions you made yourself.
How flexible is the schedule?
You decide when and how you study. Choose your own pace, depth, and learning materials. There are no mandatory attendance times — all coursework is available online 24/7. Live sessions are offered but not required.
What if I'm working full-time?
Our programs are built for working professionals. You can study part-time (8 semesters instead of 4), access everything remotely, and use 57+ Regus and Design Offices locations across Germany as quiet workspaces when you need them.
Is the degree internationally recognized?
Yes. VTH is a state-recognized German university (Fachhochschule). Your Master's degree is accredited and valid internationally – the same legal standing as degrees from traditional German universities.
How do I interact with professors and peers?
Through live sessions, written course support, and project collaboration. You're not studying alone — you're part of a community that continues beyond graduation, with regional chapters and alumni networks for ongoing connection.
