Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering and Innovation

From automotive engineering to medical technology and aerospace, mechanical engineers work across a wide range of industries. Our program supports this diversity with a strong emphasis on innovation. Students learn modern problem-solving methods, foster creativity in product development, and gain expertise in project management. Combined with technical knowledge, these skills make our graduates highly sought-after professionals in many fields.

Program at a Glance

Degree
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Start of Program Studies
Each September during week 38

Duration of Studies
6 semesters full-time
9 semesters part-time
8 semesters PiBS

Tuition
CHF 1,000 per semester

Campus
Rapperswil-Jona campus

Registration Deadline
April 30 of the current year. Applications are still accepted as long as study places are available.

Good to Know
Since the courses are taught in German, we kindly refer you to the German pages for more detailed information.

Contact

Prof. Hanspeter Keel
Program director Mechanical Engineering and Innovation

+41 58 257 43 55
hanspeter.keel@ost.ch

Advantages of a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering and Innovation at OST

Hands-On Experience: In the 3rd and 4th semesters, you’ll experience a true highlight: working as part of an agile team on a real-world development project for an industry partner. This allows you to apply and reinforce your knowledge in a professional, industry-like setting.
Science-Based and Interdisciplinary: Through your semester and bachelor thesis projects, you’ll tackle complex, engineering-level challenges. You’ll have the unique opportunity to collaborate closely with either an industry partner or one of OST’s research teams.
Goal-Oriented: We are committed to supporting you on your journey to becoming a skilled, valuable, and well-connected engineer. We’ll help you pursue and achieve your ambitious goals.
Unique and Innovative: The only constant is change—and that’s what makes this program so unique. You’ll learn to recognize opportunities for innovation, drive them forward with creativity, and implement them successfully.
Personalized: Set the course for your future early on by choosing a specialization in disciplines that will open up exciting new opportunities for you.

Specializations

In your third year, you can tailor your studies by choosing specializations, allowing you to focus on the core competencies of your area of interest.

Automation and Robotics

We enhance your understanding of the connections and interfaces between mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and technical informatics, providing in-depth knowledge in areas such as sensors, control systems, and drive technology.

Product Development

This specialization focuses on the comprehensive approach to the development process of mechatronic products. It includes classical design, the integration of electronic components, and programming machine controls. You’ll also gain knowledge of innovation methods.

Simulation Technology

You’ll learn to use modern simulation tools to verify functionality and predict the behavior of machines and systems in areas such as statics, dynamics, thermal systems, fluid mechanics, manufacturing technology, and control systems.

Digitalization

Enhance your mechanical engineering expertise with core competencies in computer science, artificial intelligence, and data engineering. You’ll integrate these with other aspects of industrial digitalization, such as the Internet of Things.

Plastics Engineering

You’ll explore the entire value chain, from material development to product manufacturing, gaining an in-depth understanding of the material properties of plastics and fiber-reinforced composites.