Photovoltaics Engineering Science
Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Program Overview
Starting in summer semester 2026, the programme will re-start with an updated structure. Detailed information about the Master's programme can be found here: www.hs-anhalt.de/mpv . Solar Cell Technologies : silicon and wafer manufacturing, solar cell manufacturing, types of crystalline Si solar cells, advanced concepts and future developments, overview of thin-film technologies Renewable Energy Technologies and Applications: overview of renewable energy technologies and their possible applications, PV and its complementary renewable energy sources Solar Modules : module types, design, production, materials (polymers, interconnects, glass) and components (bypass diodes, junction box, cables, mounting) Power Converters : power electronic devices, concepts of converters (DC/DC, DC/AC, AC/DC), types of PV inverters, MPP tracking, power optimisers Energy Storage Systems : rechargeable batteries (lead, lithium, future systems), battery control, alternative storage systems (hydrogen, methane, electrolysis, pumped water storage) System Design, Yield and Performance Analysis : PV system design, monitoring systems, yield calculation, performance analysis Electric Grids and Solar System Integration : overview of electric grids, transmission and distribution grids, PV generator integration issues, reactive power management, smart grids System and Component Reliability and Assessment : test standards, failure mechanisms, light induced degradation, potential induced degradation (PID), polymer degradation, mechanical tests In addition, for every semester, one elective subject has to be chosen: Machine Learning and AI, Internet Security, Solar Cell and Material Diagnostics, Real Time Systems, German for Professional Practice I & II Although Germany is still leading in PV research & development, many companies have moved their main production sites to the Far East. Therefore, this programme is ideal for students who want to return to their home countries after graduation and help to promote PV there. However, Germany continues to offer a lot of job opportunities in PV system engineering and project management. Taking into account the general lack of qualified engineers and technicians in Germany and Germany's ambitious plans for the transition to a renewable energies economy, the job opportunities for those who want to stay in Germany after graduation are also good. In this case, at least a minimum knowledge of German is needed, which can be acquired during the programme.
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October); Summer (April)
Duration
3 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€55,000 – €95,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Applicants who have not achieved their university's entrance qualification or Bachelor's degree at an English-speaking institution have to demonstrate proficiency in English (as demonstrated by appropriate scores of TOEFL : score of 500 paper-based, or 180 computer-based, or 90 Internet-based, or IELTS 6.0, or similar tests at least at B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering , electrical and information engineering, physics , engineering physics , materials science or similar subjects Students with a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, process engineering, or industrial engineering (or similar subjects) will be admitted, if the Bachelor's curriculum sufficiently covers the required basics in mathematics, physics, chemistry, semiconductor materials, basic electronics (semiconductor diodes, transistors), and electrical engineering. The assessment whether this is the case is done by the study advisor ("Studienfachberater"). A minimum of seven semesters or 210 ECTS credit points is required. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree of less than seven semesters duration (or less than 210 ECTS credit points) can be admitted, if they have a sufficient knowledge of the basic subjects. This will be assessed according to the individual situation of the applicant by the study advisor (Studienfachberater). In order to compensate for missing knowledge, additional bridging modules worth up to 30 ECTS points can be defined which the applicant has to take at Anhalt University before starting the MSc programme. There will be an official list of these additional subjects, but they will not count towards the MSc grade. The university at which the Bachelor's degree was attained must be rated H+ according to the Anabin list , and the programme should include a final thesis, in which the applicant shows that he/she is able to work according to scientific methodology and knows how to write a scientific paper. The total grade of the Bachelor's degree must be at least 2.5 according to the German grading system (conversion by the Bavarian formula – Bayerische Formel). A participation in the pre-assessment process is strongly recommended before you apply via uni-assist. For this process, submission of a complete up-to-date CV, transcript of Bachelor's results, motivation letter (at most one page) and summary of final thesis (one page plus references) to mpv@hs-anhalt.de is necessary. (For further details, see: www.hs-anhalt.de/mpv .)
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
IELTS 6.0 overall
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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