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Faculty of Electrical Engineering

OVGU Magdeburg

  • Candidates with a BSc/BEng diploma in electrical engineering or a related field

  • An overall grade of at least “good” (PL: 4.0) from the Bachelor’s diploma is required for Double Degree candidates

  • Language requirements (English proficiency):
    • For EU and non-EU candidates:
      • TOEFL - minimum 213 points (computer-based) or 79 points (internet-based)
      • IELTS - minimum 6.0 points
      • CAE Cambridge Advanced English - minimum grade C
      • CPE Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency - minimum grade B
      • UNICERT III
    • For WUST students and alums, a B2 level English exam was passed with a minimum score of 4.0

  • Each application is assessed individually

The program lasts four semesters.

  • Semester Location:
    • The first year of Master’s studies (two semesters) is spent at Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST)
    • The second year (two semesters, including the Master’s Thesis semester) is spent at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg (OvGU)

  • Organization of Studies:
    • The program comprises three theoretical semesters and a final Master’s Thesis semester
    • A 4-week industrial placement is also part of the studies
    • Upon successful completion of degree requirements at both universities, students will receive two Master of Science degrees – one from WUST and one from the University of Magdeburg

  • Example Study Plan (Programme since 2024/2025 – first year at WUST, second year at OvGU):
Semestr University Course Type Course Title ECTS
1st WUST Compulsory Power Quality Assessment 4
Dynamics and Control of AC and DC Drives 6
Circuits and Systems 4
Power Systems Faults 4
Fault Calculations 2
Numerical and Optimisation Methods 3
Advanced Technology in Electrical Power Generation 4
Selectable (choose one) Foreign Language (A1/A2, other than English) 2
Selectable (choose one) Foreign Language (B2+/C1+, English permitted) 1
2nd Compulsory Simulation and Analysis of Power System Transients 3
Protection and Control of Distributed Energy Sources 4
Renewable Energy Sources 3
Water Power Plants 3
Energy Storage Systems 3
Integration of Distributed Resources in Power Systems 3
Modelling of Electrical Machines 3
Power Electronics 3
Electromechanical Systems in Renewable Energy 2
Selectable (choose up to 6 ECTS) Diploma Placement 4
Market Mechanisms in Power Systems with Distributed Energy Sources 2
Fundamentals of Management 2
3rd OVGU Compulsory Power Electronics 5
Power System Analysis 5
Dynamics of Distributed Parameter Systems 5
Electromagnetic Field Theory 5
Digital Information Processing 5
Project 5
4th Compulsory Master Thesis 30
  • Recruitment Deadlines
    The recruitment period for the double degree program typically falls around the following dates each year:

    • July 1st – Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST)
    • July 15th – Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg (OVGU)

    Please note that these are approximate dates and may vary slightly depending on the academic calendar. We strongly recommend checking the official website of the partner university for the most up-to-date information. A direct link is available in the Contact section. Applicants should also check the current dates on the WUST Admission Office website.

  • Application procedure for Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg (OvGU):
    • Register in the myOVGU portal: https://myovgu.ovgu.de
    • Complete the questionnaire provided in the portal
    • Upload a confirmation document to prove you are applying as a Double Degree candidate
    • Select the relevant degree program: Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (EEIT)
    • Upload your academic records, including confirmation of the grades obtained during your first Master’s semester at WUST
    • After review and approval, you can download your admission letter from the portal and enroll online
    • International applicants applying based on bilateral university agreements (Double Degree Program) send their applications directly to the university, without using the Uni-Assist service

  • For EU candidates (and domestic): The program is free of charge
  • For non-EU candidates: 2000 EUR/semester tuition fee at WUST or, respectively, the tuition fee at OVGU
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