Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Study Applied Natural Sciences

Bachelor of Applied Natural Sciences – the all-rounder in the natural sciences!

Discover our new degree programme: a practical, interdisciplinary course combining physics, chemistry, mathematics, electrical engineering and programming. After the compulsory internship, you can choose to specialise in semiconductor and microsystems technology or sensor technology, or continue your studies without a specialisation. The perfect bridge between theory and application – for real solutions for tomorrow.

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Umweltsensorik Experiment mit Handschuhen
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Content

What is the Bachelor's in Applied Natural Sciences (AN) about?

The Bachelor's degree course in Applied Natural Sciences is aimed at anyone who is enthusiastic about STEM subjects and is looking for a broad-based, practical course of study - without having to specialise right from the start.

It combines content from chemistry and physics with mathematics, electrical engineering and programming, providing a solid, interdisciplinary foundation. On this basis, you will acquire in-depth specialist knowledge that is closely aligned to current, application-oriented issues from research and development.

The studies prepare you specifically for the challenges of modern technologies and innovative fields of work.

From the 6th semester onwards, you have the opportunity to deepen your individual interests:

By choosing suitable compulsory elective modules, you can specialise in semiconductor and microsystems technology or sensor technology. Alternatively, you can complete your studies without a specialization and maintain your broad scientific focus.

Strengths of the degree programme

Small but nice

The study groups in this programme are small and personal. Our students appreciate the friendly and collegial atmosphere at our faculty, small teaching groups, and the personal support.

Laboratory work, internships and co.

The programme also has a strong focus on practical training. As a student, you can always expand your knowledge on highly topical issues in practice, as part of your studies will take place in our physics and chemistry laboratories, in the atomic laboratory and in the clean room laboratory, which is unrivalled in Bavaria.

Sensor Application Centre (SappZ)

The current megatrends of the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0 and digital production are highly dependent on sensors. At the heart of research in the field of sensor technology is the Sensor Application Centre (SappZ), where we work together with industry on new projects. An immense advantage for our students: here they can work on real projects, complete internships or dissertations and benefit from contacts with industry.

Clean room laboratory and chemistry laboratory

Microsystems can be found in almost all everyday products: from smartphones and televisions to household appliances, pacemakers and cars. OTH Regensburg is the only University of Applied Sciences in Bavaria to have a first-class clean room laboratory where students can gain practical work experience. In addition, state-of-the-art manufacturing methods of laser microstructuring and microprinting techniques are available for this purpose. We offer you competent know-how for application-oriented research in the fields of semiconductor technology, microsystems technology, optoelectronics, micromaterial processing and microsensor technology.

Career opportunities

What career prospects do I have as a graduate in applied natural sciences?

You've completed your Bachelor's degree - now what? Do you want to hit the ground running in your professional life or do a Master's degree first?

Information on the various options for continuing your studies is summarized here.

  • After successfully completing your Bachelor's degree, you will be an engineer in applied natural sciences (B.Sc.). With this degree you have excellent opportunities on the job market and many companies and industries to choose from:

    • Semiconductor technology / Semiconductor
    • sensor technology
    • Technical optics and image processing
    • Medical technology
    • Sensor technology for construction and buildings (surveying, building physics, building materials science, building climate control, monitoring)
    • Automotive technology (exhaust gas monitoring, engine control)
    • Smart home and comfort functions
    • Communication technologies (smartphones, tablets, cameras)
    • Industry 4.0 / Internet of Things (IoT)

  • As an alternative to starting a career, Bachelor's graduates can take up an advanced Master's degree course. The Faculty of Applied Natural and Cultural Sciences offers a Master's degree in Electrical and Microsystems Engineering, which builds directly on the Bachelor's degree in Applied Natural Sciences and further deepens the engineering knowledge already acquired.

    You can find all Master's degree programs at OTH here: Overview of degree programs


Studierende untersuchen Modell-Hubschrauber
Photo: OTH Regensburg/ Florian Hammerich

Structure and modules

How is the degree programme structured?

The Bachelor's degree course in Applied Natural Sciences is designed as a full-time course and comprises a standard period of study of seven semesters.

  • Modules:

    • Applied natural sciences in practice
    • Data processing with LabView
    • Programming
    • Electrical engineering 1 with practical course
    • Technical physics 1 and 2
    • Mathematics 1 and 2
    • General and inorganic chemistry with practical course
    • Toxicology
    • Technical English

    In addition to the modules mentioned above, an interdisciplinary module (so-called ZIL module) must be taken in the second semester of the first year. Here, students can take courses from a wide range of subjects according to their personal interests: personal development, social responsibility, digitality and transformation. More details and a catalogue of the ZIL modules and additional courses can be found on the website of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Teaching (ZIL).


  • Modules:

    • Technical Physics 3 with practical course
    • Mathematics 3
    • Modelling and Simulation with practical course
    • Physical chemistry
    • Fundamentals of semiconductor and microsystems technology
    • Basics of sensor technology
    • Data Science
    • Electronic components
    • Electrical engineering 2 with practical course
    • Materials science

    In addition to the modules mentioned, an interdisciplinary module (known as the ZIL module) must be taken in the fourth semester of the second year. Here, students can take courses from a wide range of subjects according to their personal interests: personal development, social responsibility, digitality and transformation. More details and a catalogue of the ZIL modules and additional courses can be found on the website of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Teaching (ZIL).

    For more information, see the study and examination regulations and module handbook in the download area.


  • Internship, internship seminar, practical courses

    The internship semester is scheduled for the fifth semester of study. It lasts 20 weeks and offers you the opportunity to apply what you have learned in a company, organization or institution and gain your first professional experience.


  • Students choose a total of 9 compulsory elective modules.

    In order to choose a specialization, students must select at least 5 modules from the field of semiconductor and microsystems technology or sensor technology.

    It is also possible to graduate without choosing a specialization.

    Bachelor's thesis

    The course concludes with the Bachelor's thesis, in which a specific scientific question is addressed.


  • The module handbook contains all modules and subjects of the degree program with the following information:

    • Standard semester
    • Number of hours
    • Teaching form
    • Teaching content
    • Lecturer
    • Teaching materials
    • Proof of performance
    • Approved aids
    • Intended learning objectives
    • Number of credits achieved with the module

    The module handbook can be found in the download area.


Which specializations can I choose?

After the compulsory internship, you have the opportunity to set your own focus. Would you like to specialise in semiconductor and microsystems technology or in the field of sensor technology?

    • Solid state physics
    • Micromechanics
    • Packaging
    • Semiconductor technology in practice
    • Optoelectronics
    • Defect density engineering

    • Physical sensor principles
    • Organic chemistry and biochemistry for sensor applications
    • Signal processing
    • Chemical analytics
    • Sensor applications with practical course
    • Nuclear physics methods

Dual study program

What dual study models are available for the Bachelor of Applied Sciences?

The Bachelor's degree course in Applied Natural Sciences can also be studied on a dual basis as a combined degree course or as a degree course with in-depth practical experience, whereby the special practical relevance is achieved through intensive content-related, organizational and contractual integration of the study programme with the practical partners.

You can find general information on the dual study program here.

Alternative module descriptions apply for some modules for students completing a dual study program. For details, please refer to the study plan for dual students and the module handbook.

Studies and organizational matters

So that everything runs smoothly

Where and when do the lectures take place? What legal regulations must be observed? And how can you reconcile studying and having a child?

Answers to these and other questions about studying Applied Natural Sciences can be found here.

  • Lectures in the Applied Natural Sciences degree program take place on the main campus of OTH Regensburg in the buildings of the ANK faculty.

    Buildings T, G, I and K
    Seybothstraße 2
    93053 Regensburg


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  • Are you curious about other countries and cultures and would like to gain experience abroad as part of your studies? - Our partnerships with international universities (especially in Asia) are the perfect way to do this. We will also be happy to help you with your preparations and advise you on which courses make sense in advance (languages, intercultural skills, etc.) and how you can finance an internship or semester abroad.

    The international representativeand theInternational Affairs Officerprovide support for your stay abroad.

    Do you have general questions about stays abroad? Our colleagues at the International Office will be happy to answer them.


  • SPO and curriculum - documents containing regulations on the course of study and examinations are explained here. The currently valid versions are also linked.

    Legal basis: The study and examination regulations (SPO)

    The so-called Study and Examination Regulations (SPO) form the legal basis for the Bachelor's degree course in Applied Natural Sciences. Among other things, it contains information on

    • Study objective, qualification requirements
    • Structure of the course, standard period of study
    • Practical semester
    • Study progress
    • Bachelor's thesis
    • Assessment of examination results and overall grade
    • Certificate and academic degree
    • Overview of the modules, certificates of achievement and credits

    Create an overview: The study plan

    The study plan contains an overview of all modules, the respective number of semester hours per week and ECTS credits. The document serves as a guide for semester planning and subject allocation.

    Subject examinations: The study plan

    The study plan provides information on the subject of examinations. Among other things, it contains information on

    • Exam type and duration
    • First/second examiners
    • Permitted aids

  • The Student Lifecycle Centre (SLC) offers information and personal, confidential advice on all questions relating to studying and coping with everyday life during your studies, including dual studies, studying with mental or physical disabilities, studying with family responsibilities (care, children), scholarships and career issues (application, mentoring, job exchange, alumni network).


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