Offers for prospective students

Studieninteressierte beim Studieninfotag der RWU

BEST decision training

You don't yet know exactly what to do after your general higher education entrance qualification or entrance qualification for Universities of Applied Sciences or whether studying is the right thing for you at all? It is often difficult to make a decision given the wide range of options available. That's why we offer two-day BEST seminars in cooperation with schools. These seminars are primarily aimed at students from general and vocational secondary schools and help them to make decisions and set goals for their studies and careers.

But not only students are welcome:
The BEST seminar is open to anyone who would like to take a closer look at their professional and personal future, regardless of whether you are reorienting yourself after leaving school, have completed an apprenticeship or already have professional experience and are thinking about studying.

 

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In the seminar, you will work in a group with other participants under the guidance of our Central Student Advisory Office. Through practical exercises, you will take an in-depth look at your interests, skills and values and learn how to make an informed decision about your choice of studies and career. You will get to know decision-making strategies and receive valuable impulses for your personal study or career choice.

The BEST seminar is free of charge and is funded by the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Science, Research and the Arts. It offers you valuable support on the path to your individual future.

Online information events: All about studying at RWU

Are you interested in studying at RWU, but still have questions? In our online information event, you will receive all the important information about our range of courses, the application process and everyday life at RWU. Of course, we will also give you helpful tips on choosing a degree program. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions directly in the live chat.

The event takes place during the application phase, in the three months before the application deadline:

  • For the winter semester in April, May and June
  • For the summer semester in October, November and December

This allows you to get information early and prepare optimally for your application. Whether you are still at school, doing an apprenticeship or looking for a new career direction, you are welcome to apply!

Registration is not required. You will find the access link to the respective event here on this page in good time. This makes it easy for you to take part online.
We look forward to seeing you!

Further information

BEST events in your area

Taster lectures

Would you like to find out more about the degree program of your choice?
We offer you the opportunity to take part in a taster lecture and get an idea of the course on site. This is an uncomplicated way to get a taste of your desired degree program and gain an authentic insight into the course content, get to know professors personally and have the opportunity to talk to students.

Computer Science & Design

Interested students are given an insight into a course from the Applied Computer Science degree program. This is usually a course from the first semesters and may also include modern, project-based formats. Special preferences can be met individually by arrangement.

Lecture period: by arrangement

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Marius Hofmeister
Computer science, especially web development, cloud computing & software architecture
Dean of Studies Applied Computer Science (Bachelor)

Interested persons will gain insight into a regular lecture from the Internet and Online Marketing degree program. Fundamental topics in digital marketing will be covered, such as:

  • Customer journey: understanding the customer's path from initial contact to purchase
  • Customer targeting: addressing target groups in a targeted manner, e.g., using Facebook pixels
  • Conversion optimization: turning website visitors into customers

The key tools of digital marketing will also be introduced, including: search engine marketing, display advertising, social media marketing, web analytics, newsletter marketing and affiliate marketing.

Lecture time: Tuesdays from 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Prof. Dr. Bela Mutschler
Online marketing, search engine marketing, e-business
Dean of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
  • Building H (main building)
  • Room H221
bela.mutschler@rwu.de

Technology & Mobility

Interested students can attend a regular lecture on environmental analysis. Depending on where you are in the semester, you will be introduced to environmental analysis, spectroscopic, chromatographic, electrochemical or wet-chemical analysis methods.

Knowledge of chemistry is an advantage for a good understanding of the content.

Lecture time: Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Prof. Dr. agr. Saskia Brugger
Chemistry/Physical Chemistry, Environmental Analysis
Dean of Studies Environmental and Process Engineering (Master)
  • Building N (Natural Science Centre)
  • Room N 2.34
saskia.brugger@rwu.de

Economy

Interested students are given an insight into a regular lecture in business psychology. Depending on where you are in the semester, the focus is on psychological basics such as general psychology and social psychology or current issues in consumer or work and organizational psychology.

Lecture period: by arrangement

Prof. Dr. phil. Götz Walter
Business psychology, change management, research methods, applied statistics
Dean of Studies Business Psychology (Bachelor)
  • Building B
  • Room B 119
goetz.walter@rwu.de

You can easily send us a request using the form. We will get back to you promptly, suggest suitable dates and let you know in which room your taster lecture will take place.

We have prepared a form in the download area of this page so that you can be released from class to attend a taster lecture. Please ask your school to confirm your exemption in advance and bring the form with you to the taster lecture. We will then confirm your attendance so that you have a corresponding certificate for your school.

Open learning opportunities - just drop by and join in

Do you want to experience how exciting studying at RWU can be and are you interested in artificial intelligence, robotics or topics from the fields of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology? Then simply drop by our open workshops - every week and without prior registration!

In the AI workshop in Building E, you will learn how artificial intelligence, data science and robotics work in practice and can work on exciting topics together with other students every week. The robotics lab and the business intelligence lab are available for this purpose. You will be supported by professors and researchers from the Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IKI).

You can find the exact date and all the details via the link below.

Get active yourself in the Math and STEM Workshop and work on topics from the fields of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology. You will receive support from students and experts who will be on hand with help and advice. You also have the opportunity to use modern technologies, VR tools, creative methods and our innovative learning spaces: from the Immersive LearningLab to the film and podcast studio. Perfect for working on your own STEM projects or creatively implementing school assignments.

You can find the exact date and all the details via the link below.

Further information

To the open workshops
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The free and flexible online trial course

Like many other Universities of Applied Science and Universities, RWU also offers the opportunity to complete a taster course. Not quite sure which degree program suits you best or in which field you would like to start studying? Are you perhaps wavering between Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Physical Engineering or Business Administration?

The following talentscanners are currently available:

  • Talentscanner Mechanical Engineering
  • Talentscanner Technology & Management

Please note: Unfortunately, we are currently unable to accept applications for our online trial course "Talentscanner".

Advantages of the Talentscanner

The online trial course "Talentscanner" offers you the opportunity to gain an insight into the content of various degree courses at RWU. Instead of poring over brochures and sifting through module plans, you can test whether your choice of study feels right and meets your expectations, free of charge and without obligation.

  • Flexible and practical insight into your chosen degree program.
  • Get to know the typical issues and working techniques in the education sector.
  • Find out which fields of activity you could work in after your studies.
  • Test your study aptitude and skills.
  • Graduate with a certificate.
  • Alternative admission procedure if your numerus clausus is not sufficient.
  • You can collect 2 credits for studying at RWU in the Mechanical Engineering Talentscanner. 2 credits replace a compulsory elective subject and mean a workload of 50 to 60 hours.
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How does the Talentscanner work?

At the beginning, you will receive a technical introduction to the tools used, such as Moodle, Mahara and others. The process of the online trial course will also be explained to you in detail. You will then build up your knowledge independently and virtually, both on the basic content of the foundation course and on subject-specific topics from the advanced course. An introductory video is played to explain the tasks and guide you through your entire trial course. After completing the orientation phase, you will check your learning status with the help of a short quiz. If you pass this intermediate check, you can try out the knowledge you have acquired on very practice-oriented and typical case studies from the degree course and test whether the course is right for you. At the end, you will reflect on your results and receive an individual evaluation.

Good to know: You can complete our online trial course flexibly in 20 to 25 hours. The online trial course can be started and completed at any time . You alone determine the pace.

Talentscanner Maschinenbau

Talentscanner Mechanical Engineering

Basic knowledge and methods

In the orientation phase of the Talentscanner Mechanical Engineering, the basics of the specialist disciplines Automotive Engineering (PLUS), Energy and Environmental Engineering and Mechanical Engineering which are required to solve the subsequent practical case studies. You will learn the engineering fundamentals of design, materials science and other topics.

Consolidation phase

As a case study, you will found a start-up and design an e-longboard with tutorial support, from project management to the finished product. This involves converting an existing longboard to an electric drive. You will prepare the portfolio work, a specification sheet and a CAD model, which you will create using CAD software. At the end of your online trial course, you will present your e-longboard prototype.

Talentscanner Technologie und Management - Arbeitsfelder

Talentscanner Technology & Management

Basic knowledge and methods

Our Talentscanner Technology & Management gives you a practical insight into the three degree programs during the orientation phase Business Administration and Management, Physical Engineering and Industrial Engineering (Technology Management).

Specialization phase

For the subsequent specialization phase, you choose your desired major. You can decide which course you want to study during the orientation phase:

In addition to content such as mathematics, accounting, business plan creation, project management and elements from market research, you will create your own first business plan. Incorporating the theoretical content, you will form a start-up and pitch your business plan to a fictitious investor. This will give you an insight into all relevant process areas of a young company and the business administration course. You will also get to know different focus areas.

Optics, sensor technology and everything to do with physics as well as the development of new technical objects are the subject of the trial course. In addition, students work on an innovation during the specialization phase and present it to a fictitious investor at the end. Project management methods are also used here to work on problem solutions in a structured manner. Young inventors are given space for ideas and are supported in implementing them.

As an industrial engineer, you will acquire skills from different areas and work in the interface management of small and large companies, among other things. You will train this multi-perspective view and the associated communication skills in this focus area of the Talent Scanner. It combines the basics of STEM and business administration and demonstrates their special function in practice. Building on familiar skills, such as simple programming knowledge, project-based applications are also applied in a more advanced way.

FAQ Talentscanner

  • Curiosity and interest in one of the Talentscanners on offer.
  • Approx. 20 to 25 hours of time, whereby the Talentscanner can be completed flexibly.
  • A smartphone, laptop or tablet is required.
  • Stable internet.

Because you can complete our Talentscanner flexibly, you can start your desired taster course at any time. Simply send us an e-mail to talentscanner@rwu.de. Please note in the subject line which Talentscanner you would like to take part in (TalentScanner Mechanical Engineering and/or Talentscanner Technology & Management). Once we have successfully received your message, we will send you access to your Talentscanner online trial course.

Your e-mail address will only be stored for the purpose of registering for a Talentscanner. If you no longer wish to receive messages, you can contact us at any time. We will then remove you from the mailing list.

By taking part in the Talentscanner, you can find out whether your desired course of study meets your expectations. You will also gain a self-guided insight into the desired course of study and get to know it in a practical way.

Further advantages:

  • Get to know typical issues and working techniques in the education sector.
  • Find out which fields of activity you can work in after your studies.
  • Test your study aptitude and skills.
  • Get to know future fellow students.
  • Graduate with a certificate.
  • Alternative admission procedure if your numerus clausus is not sufficient.
  • You can collect 2 credits for studying at RWU in the mechanical engineering talent scanner. 2 credits replace a compulsory elective subject and mean a workload of 50 to 60 hours.

The content is taught online via Moodle in the form of interactive and tangible learning content and a consolidation with a theoretical part and tasks to be solved. Web-based training, learning videos and e-portfolios were selected as learning methods. A visit to the RWU is not necessary.

Further information on the Talentscanner

Get to know RWU personally

Had enough reading? Then it's time to experience RWU live! We regularly organize events and are represented at education fairs where we answer all your questions about studying, applying and financing.

See for yourself and experience what it's like to be part of RWU.

Dates

Alle Termine
10:00 14:00
Informative meeting

Study information day

Building H (main building)
Contact & People

Central Student Advisory Office

Isabel Heigle M.A.
Zentrale Studienberatung
  • Gebäude A
  • Room A 216
isabel.heigle@rwu.de