Bachelor of Science

Chip Technologies for Medicine and Microsystems (CMM)

Full-time Program

"The future is in the chip – and you shape it."

Campus Zweibrücken | Start: Winter Semester 2026/27

Technology that improves lives. Develop innovative microsystems and medical chip technologies – practice-oriented, interdisciplinary, and in the middle of a future-oriented engineering degree program. The CMM bachelor’s degree program conveys the fundamentals of engineering sciences with a focus on microsystems technology and medical technology. Practical laboratory exercises and interdisciplinary projects prepare you optimally for a career or master’s studies.

The bachelor’s degree program Chip Technologies for Medicine and Microsystems (CMM) stands for innovation, precision, and future technologies. In this full-time study program, you combine engineering-scientific fundamentals with modern microsystems technology, electronics, and medical technology. You receive well-founded knowledge about sensor technology, chip design, and manufacturing processes and work practically in modern laboratories on real applications.

Chip Technologies for Medicine and Microsystems (CMM) prepares you specifically for the challenges of an increasingly technologized world – from intelligent sensor systems and medical high-tech devices to applications in the semiconductor industry. Through the close interlinking of theory and practice, you develop not only technical know-how, but also analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

Why Study Chip Technologies for Medicine and Microsystems at Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences?

In only six semesters to a bachelor’s degree with 180 ECTS.

The degree program Chip Technologies for Medicine and Microsystems (CMM) offers you an ideal combination of engineering sciences and modern future technologies. Here are some reasons that speak in favor of studying in Zweibrücken:

  • practice-oriented education in microsystems technology, electronics, and medical technology
  • modern laboratories and direct application of theoretical knowledge
  • small study groups and personal support
  • diverse specialization opportunities depending on your interests
  • very good career prospects in high-tech industries
  • ideal foundation for continuing master’s studies

Overview

PO Version
2026

Degree
Bachelor of Science

Study Type
Undergraduate Studies, Präsenzstudium

Study Model
Full time studies

Campus
Zweibrücken

Faculty
Computer Sciences and Microsystems Technology

Normal period
6 Semester

Requirements
General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), university of applied sciences entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife), or an equivalent qualification recognized as such.

Pre Placement
not required

Start Informations
Winter Term

Teaching Language
Deutsch and Englisch

Accreditation
Hochschule Kaiserslautern (Systemakkreditierung)

Your Contact Person for the Degree Program

Career Perspectives

Graduates of the Applied Life Sciences (ALS) degree program possess interdisciplinary competencies at the interface of biology, medicine, and pharmaceutical sciences. This opens up diverse career opportunities in innovative and future-oriented industries.

Typical fields of application are:

  • Biotechnological and pharmaceutical industry
  • Medical research and diagnostics
  • Laboratory analytics and quality assurance
  • Research and development (R&D) in the life sciences
  • Clinical and biomedical application areas

 

In addition, the degree program provides an excellent foundation for continuing master’s studies or an academic career.

ALS qualifies you for future-oriented fields – from modern drug development to innovative biomedical applications.

Further Information on the Degree Program

The CMM Bachelor's degree program combines engineering sciences with life sciences and medical technology. Students acquire in-depth knowledge in microsystems technology, electronics, as well as bio- and materials sciences. Through the close integration of theory and practice, they are optimally prepared for innovative activities in industry, research, and development.

 

The degree program provides a solid engineering education with a foundation in natural sciences and practice-oriented applications. The study content is divided into the following module groups: Introduction to the field, Electrical Engineering, Physics and Chemistry, Construction, Materials and Manufacturing, Mathematics and Computer Science, Specialization subjects (Medical Technology or Microsystems Technology), as well as elective subjects and integration modules. The goal is to enable students to systematically analyze technical problems and develop application-oriented solutions.

 

After graduation:

  • Graduates are able to design, develop, and characterize microsystems and medical technology components; select and apply techniques and tools in a problem-oriented manner, and formulate solution approaches—both independently and within interdisciplinary expert teams.
  • You acquire further methodological competencies, such as in planning and organization through project work, as well as in scientific research through the Bachelor's thesis.
  • You can interact constructively in interdisciplinary teams and with individuals of different cultural backgrounds, and conduct conversations at an appropriate linguistic level in both German and English.

Graduates are professionally and methodologically qualified to work as engineers and scientists in interdisciplinary fields of application and gain access to a scientific career path (Master of Science, Doctorate/PhD).

FAQ:

Regarding the recognition of content from vocational training for your studies, achievements earned outside of the higher education sector can be credited toward your degree under certain conditions.

It is important to inform yourself in good time and use the module handbook to check whether your existing competencies meet the requirements of the study modules.

Subsequently, you should contact the responsible Examination Office with your supporting documents, which will then verify if and to what extent recognition is possible.

More information can be found here:

Recognition of Credits - Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences

Anerkennung von Leistungen - Hochschule Kaiserslautern

Yes, the recognition of compatible examination and study achievements is possible.

 

No.

 

 On our website, under "General Information", you will find the "Module Handbook" and the "Study Curriculum Plan."

 

Semester contribution of the university. You can find further information here: Rückmeldung - Hochschule Kaiserslautern

If you do not have a German Abitur (university entrance qualification), you must demonstrate C1-level German language proficiency for admission to the CMM Bachelor’s degree program.

 

Yes.

At the following link, you will find all information regarding Master's degree programs in the Department of Computer Science and Microsystems Technology: Studiengänge - Hochschule Kaiserslautern

Zweibrücken.

 

Yes, you can find all information about the math preparatory course for the CMM degree program at the following link: Mathevorkurs (IMST) - Hochschule Kaiserslautern

From the 5th semester onwards, all courses are taught entirely in English. Therefore, students should have sufficient English language skills to successfully participate in the courses. However, no formal proof of a specific language level is required.

Students who would like to improve their English skills before or during their studies can take the corresponding language courses offered by Hochschule Kaiserslautern:

Learn Different Languages – Hochschule Kaiserslautern

CMM is a traditional full-time degree program. CMM Dualcombines university studies with practical work in a company. This allows students to apply theoretical knowledge directly in a professional environment and gain valuable work experience while studying.

 

An interest in mathematics, natural sciences, and technology, as well as an enthusiasm for practical work, provides a good foundation for the program. Previous knowledge of microsystem technology or medical technology is not required.

 

Yes. Students generally have the opportunity to complete an internship abroad as part of their studies and gain international professional experience. Hochschule Kaiserslautern supports students in planning and organizing their stay abroad and offers various opportunities to gain international experience.

Further information is available from the International Office:

Start Your Semester Abroad as a Student – Hochschule Kaiserslautern

No. A pre-study internship is not required for this Bachelor’s degree program.

 

During the course of their studies, students can develop their academic focus according to their interests and career goals, with a specialization in either Medical Technology or Microsystem Technology.

 

The program combines fields including microsystem technology, electronics, sensor technology, chip technologies, and medical technology. Students acquire both fundamental technical knowledge and practical experience with modern manufacturing and application technologies.

 

The full-time program offers you a high degree of flexibility in shaping your individual study path. You can choose internships, projects, international experiences, and areas of specialization according to your own interests and career goals – without being tied to a specific company as a practice partner.

 

Yes. The full-time program also offers numerous opportunities to gain practical experience, for example through laboratory courses, projects, internships, or a Bachelor’s thesis carried out in cooperation with a company or research institution.