How is the course structured?

The program consists of a one-year orientation phase followed by a major in one of the fields of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, or engineering . The orientation phase lays the foundation for the student’s future major. Exams and coursework completed during the orientation phase are recognized toward the major.

For this degree program, participation in the preliminary course in mathematics and, if applicable, the preliminary course in chemistry is recommended. The preliminary courses take place in September/October before the start of the lecture period and can be attended in parallel. Credit for the orientation year is possible.

If you wish to take mathematics modules from the specializations in the orientation year, you must take and pass a mathematics entrance test in October. If you do not pass the entrance test, you must take the "Advanced mathematics course" module in the orientation year.

►Here you can find more information about the preliminary courses and here about the mathematics entrance test.

During the orientation phase, you can expect a wide range of bridge courses, STEM projects, specialist courses in the major degree programs including examinations and coursework, an interdisciplinary lecture series, events to acquire key skills and a mentoring program.

► You can find detailed information on the orientation phase here.

The major is integrated into the plusMINT degree program and includes the complete study program of one of the analogous STEM degree programs at the University of Kassel (i.e. one of the STEM Bachelor's degree programs without an orientation phase). You will complete your chosen specialization * and also acquire the interdisciplinary skills from the orientation phase. Accordingly, with a Bachelor of Science plusMINT degree, you have the same opportunities to apply for fields of work and Master's degree programs as graduates of the analogous STEM degree programs.

► Here you can find detailed information on the study specializations.

Please note that the Bachelor plusMINT is a complete Bachelor's degree program that includes both an orientation phase and a major field of study. With the "Bachelor of Science [major field of study*] plusMINT" degree, you can apply for consecutive Master's degree programs that correspond to your major field of study.

(* major = civil engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, mathematics, mechatronics, nanostructural sciences, physics, technomathematics or environmental engineering)