Technology of Biogenic Resources

With the contents of the modules (e.g.Basics process engineering and energy use) you will be given the profile of a sustainable energy use, further the ability of a development of products out of biogenic resources. Biogenic raw materials became a key role not only at the energy supply, but as well at the supply of raw materials in general. In order to get a structural change in the sense of bioeconomy to a sustainable energy and material economy, ingenieurs and scientists will be needed, who know about the complexe structure of biogenic raw materials as well as energy technology and process engineering and what is necessary for a sustainable plant growing.

This bachelor program covers 6 semester (180 Credit Points). In the first four semester there are only compulsory modules (e.g. basic process engineering and basics of plant growing ) with together 120 CP. Further on in the 5th and 6th semester you can specialize yourself by choosing election modules and the subject of your bachelor’s thesis. 30 Credit points you need in election modules 20 Credit you have practical courses.

• Overview degree program structure

Language certificate required for application:

When applying at TUM, you must provide proof that you have sufficient knowledge of German. The proof of proficiency must be received by the end of the application deadline. An overview of all language certificates accepted by TUM can be found here.

The certificate is proof of you fulfilling the minimum requirements for admission. For a successful degree, however, it may be necessary to further develop and deepen your language skills. Our Language Centre provides assistance and specific language classes for non-native speakers of German.

Language of instruction:

The language of instruction in this program is generally German, meaning that most modules are instructed in German. Individual modules can also be taught in English. The languages in which a module is instructed can be found in the module catalog.

This depends on the choice of your elective modules. The possibilities are: renewables, Cooperative design project, biomass utilization, leading in the process engineering fields, knowledge of sustainability aspects, etc.

You can develop new methods in processes and in the research of biogenic chain of material value added. For a job in the industry you can develop products, that are built on biogenic resources. The future development of the economy in times of climate change offers you numberless challenges in these fields.

Admission requirements and the application procedure vary depending on the type of higher education entrance qualification you hold.

During the application period, you must apply through the TUMonline application portal and upload your application documents.

If you receive an offer of admission, you will additionally have to submit individual documents as notarized hardcopies by post to be enrolled.

Generally, applicants with an international higher education entrance qualification must have their documents reviewed in advance through uni-assist.

• Higher Education Entrance Qualification
• Proof of German Language Proficiency
• Complete and Current Résumé
• Passport
• Preliminary Documentation (VPD) by uni-assist - for international applicants only

We may require additional documents depending on your educational background and your country of origin. Complete the online application to receive a comprehensive list of the required documents. 

• Application for Enrollment (signed)
• Higher Education Entrance Qualification (certified copy)
• Most Current Photo (as for ID)
• Digital notification of your health insurance status from a German public health insurance provider (requested by applicant)

We may require additional documents depending on the type of educational background you earned and your country of origin. After accepting an offer of admission in TUMonline, you will receive a list of documents you must submit to TUM in hardcopy for enrollment.

Application period for the winter semester: 15.05. – 15.07.

Information about applying for a higher subject semester

During the application period, you must apply through the TUMonline application portal and upload your application documents. Please be aware that we can only process your application if you upload all required documents within the application period.

We will review your application as soon as it is complete. Please check your TUMonline account regularly, to see if we have any queries to your documents or if you have to amend one or more documents.

After receiving admission, you will see in TUMonline which documents you have to submit for enrollment, and in which form. Please note that you always have to send the signed application for enrollment and all notarized hardcopies by post.

We recommend that you submit the documents for enrollment as soon as possible after receiving admission. If individual documents are not available by then, you can submit them up to 5 weeks after the start of the lecture period. You will, however, only be enrolled once we have received all documents.

You can check the status of your application at any time in your TUMonline account

This is a program with unrestricted access. There is no selection procedure. You will receive confirmation of your application 

• after submission of the online application and all documents in a formally correct manner by the deadline
• and after your documents have been reviewed. 

• Unrestricted Admission

This degree program does not encompass a compulsory internship nor is an internship a requirement for admission. However, it is recommendable, as a rule, to gain practical experience as soon as possible.