Lightweight Design and Composite Materials

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The future lies in lightweight construction

In view of rising fuel and energy costs and the carbon dioxide problem, motor vehicles and aircraft must use less fuel in future. The rotor blades of wind turbines, various sports equipment such as tennis rackets, skis or Formula 1 cars (fibre-carbonmonocoque) must also be lighter but at the same time measure up to the highest safety standards. Lightweight construction will be the central concern in industry in the future. Everywhere where material is moved in large quantities e.g. in robotics or plant construction, lightweight construction developments will play a role in order to save costs. The job prospects for graduates in this field are commensurately promising.

Key Facts

Campus

Wels
Fakultät für Technik und Angewandte Naturwissenschaften
Contact

T +43 5 0804 43065
M sekretariat.lcw@fh-wels.at
Degree

Diplom-Ingenieur für technisch-wissenschaftliche Berufe, Diplom-Ingenieurin für technisch-wissenschaftliche Berufe
Duration

4 semesters
Mode Of Study

Full Time
Language

German

Code

0858
Access Requirements

Completed Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS or equivalent)
Deadline for Applications

General application deadline: June 30, 2027
Applies to individuals with EU/EEA citizenship, a valid residence permit, or visa-free entry
Special application deadline: May 31, 2027
Applies to individuals requiring a visa for entry
Admission Process

Personal interview (e.g. Teams)
Costs

Information about tuition fees and ÖH (Austrian Student Union) fee
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Future career

After graduating, graduates can work in management positions in the areas of product and process development, component design, construction and optimization, composite processing, technical project management, quality assurance, testing technology and research and development. In addition, this innovative industry also offers the perfect basis for founders of start-ups and an independent career.

Future career