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M.Sc. Industry 4.0
Drive the future of smart manufacturing.
At XU Exponential University, the M.Sc. in Industry 4.0 is designed for the next generation of engineers, technologists, and business leaders.
Learn how to shape the future of intelligent production, automation, and sustainable innovation.
You’ll gain the interdisciplinary expertise to lead digital transformation across industrial sectors.
What you learn during your studies
Technology & Skills:
- Learn to integrate cyber-physical systems, IoT, and smart robotics
- Apply data-driven insights to optimize manufacturing and supply chains
- Gain hands-on experience with automation, AI, and machine learning tools
- Master predictive maintenance, digital twins, and sensor-based systems
- Develop industry-ready IT infrastructure and system architecture knowledge
Methods & Mindset:
- Embrace interdisciplinary problem-solving and systems thinking
- Cultivate a continuous improvement and lean innovation approach
- Strengthen leadership in operational transformation and agile production
- Understand the ethics and sustainability considerations of industrial AI
- Build resilience and readiness for high-change manufacturing environments
How You'll Learn:
- 2-year full-time program (120 ECTS)
- Lab-based experimentation with real industrial use cases
- Project work with German and international industry leaders
- Collaboration with startups and technology firms across Europe
- Capstone project with a focus on applied smart factory solutions
- Access to expert mentoring and career pathways from day one
What you'll be able to do:
- Become a Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, or AI Consultant
- Design scalable, data-enabled production infrastructures
- Drive digital innovation projects in industrial enterprises
- Launch or advise tech-driven startups in the industrial space
- Work across supply chain, logistics, engineering, and operations with a future-ready mindset
Who is this program designed for?
- Engineers and technologists seeking digital transformation expertise
- Graduates from IT, automation, business, or sustainability backgrounds
- Professionals looking to specialize in smart factory technologies
- Innovators and strategists aiming to reshape the industrial landscape
- International students seeking access to Europe’s leading Industry 4.0 ecosystem
Future Job Opportunities?
Chief Technology Officer
Smart Factory Consultant
AI Engineer for Manufacturing
IoT Systems Architect
Robotics Engineer
Industry 4.0 Engineer
AI Engineer for Manufacturing
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
