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Industry 4.0 Management
Build the Smart Systems of Tomorrow.
At XU Exponential University, our Industry 4.0 Bachelor's program prepares future innovators to lead the
automation revolution.
You’ll combine sustainable engineering, robotics, and digital manufacturing.
Gain a strong entrepreneurial mindset, ready to tackle the transformation of global industries.
What you learn during your studies
Technology & Skills:
- Learn the fundamentals of robotics, automation, and control systems
- Dive into smart factory systems, cyber-physical infrastructure, and IoT
- Explore CAD, digital prototyping, and 3D manufacturing
- Understand materials science, sensor systems, and production data flows
- Build hands-on experience through labs and project simulations
Methods & Mindset:
- Apply design thinking and agile project methodologies
- Build systems thinking and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Learn to think like an innovator in sustainability and efficiency
- Cultivate a leadership mindset for tech transformation
- Embrace ethical responsibility in automation and AI deployment
How You'll Learn:
- 3-year full-time bachelor program (6 semesters, 180 ECTS)
- Combination of in-person workshops, digital simulation, and project-based learning
- Industry excursions and lab visits to top tech and industrial partners
- Integrated internship and bachelor thesis focused on real-world implementation
- Access to personalized mentoring and expert-led seminars and workshops
What you'll be able to do:
- Design and manage smart automation systems and robotic platforms
- Drive industrial sustainability and digital production innovation
- Solve challenges in logistics, manufacturing, and high-tech operations
- Build startups or lead technical teams in digital product engineering
- Advise organizations on scalable, efficient technology infrastructure
Who is this program designed for?
- High school graduates with a passion for engineering, robotics, or sustainability
- Future technologists eager to work at the forefront of industry innovation
- Young minds driven to shape how production and automation evolve
- Creative problem-solvers interested in sustainability and smart systems
- Students ready for an interdisciplinary program that bridges tech, business, and impact
Future Job Opportunities?
Automation Engineer
Robotics Developer
Additive Manufacturing (3D) Technician
IoT Systems Analyst
Engineering Project Manager
Industrial Tech Entrepreneur
Production Innovation Manager
Your degree programme at a glance
Format
Face to face
Location
Face to faceOn-Campus in
Potsdam/Berlin
Duration
3 Years / 6 Sem.
6 Years/ 12 Sem
Language
English
Start
October 2025
Recognition
State-recognized
in Germany
Fees
from €27.360 Full-Time Study Fees
Full Scholarships & Funding available
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Study Fees
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Study
Monthly
Per Semester
Per Year
Full Program
EU Students
€708
€4,248
€8,496
€25,488
Non-EU Students
-
€6,000
€12,000
€36,000
Additional fees may apply (e.g. registration, public transport,
graduation).
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Student Life
Student life at XU goes far beyond the classroom. From hands-on urban gardening to collaborative and creative
projects, our campus is a space where learning and community thrive together.
Recognized by the Ministry of Science and accredited by ZEvA, XU blends academic excellence with a bold,
future-driven culture that's felt in classrooms, co-living spaces, and student-led events alike.
At XU Exponential University, you learn in small, closely mentored groups, with a strong focus on one-on-one
tutoring and individual support. Instead of traditional lectures, the university emphasizes personalized
guidance and collaborative, networked learning.
Château views by day, Berlin beats by night - the digital pulse always on. At the center of Potsdam's
innovation scene - just steps from Berlin - XU Exponential University links you with top industries for
future-ready learning and hands-on projects.
Your Apartment at the XU Campus: Modern, bright, up to 29 sqm - with private bathroom, often with a balcony
or terrace. Fully furnished, including utilities & internet. Just 5 minutes to campus, lake, supermarket &
train station.
Real project based learning
At XU in Berlin/Potsdam, you don't just study — you build, disrupt, and lead the digital business of tomorrow,
collaborating with industry leaders in small, powerful classes from day one.
SAP
Pelican
Vattenfall
Berliner Volksbank
Siemens
Edeka
Universal
EON Germany
Hella Agaila
Ersamus
XU Business Partners
We collaborate with leading industry players to bridge the gap between education and real-world experience. Our
students benefit from hands-on projects, internships, and networking opportunities with top companies.
SAP
Pelican
Vattenfall
Siemens Healthineers
Edeka
Universal
EON Germany
Hella Agaila
Ersamus
