MEM-GATE Programme

Your GATE to a Successful Career in Germany.

 

What is MEM-GATE?

Your PLUS at OTH Regensburg.

The DAAD-funded MEM-GATE programme supports international master students of Electrical and Microsystems Engineering (MEM) in successfully preparing for their career in Germany. With this supplementary cost-free programme alongside the degree, you will STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD with a confirmation of participation to add to your applications.

Please download the PDF with all details! 

 

How does it work?    

Priority access to many courses, trainings and other GATE-related events. You receive a guaranteed spot without a waiting list.

 

What does it include?

  • Additional German language courses during semester breaks. German language skills are highly important to find a job in Germany.
  • Workshops on intercultural sensitivity to develop intercultural competence regarding job and life in Germany.
  • Workshops about study organisation and learning strategies for your degree and life in Germany.
  • Company excursions and factory tours in order to
    • gain valuable insights into the regional job market 
    • connect with local businesses and
    • explore career opportunities
  • Additional events in the making! (E.g.: “How to be German", "Do's and don'ts at the office", …)

 

Upcoming Events

  • Study Organisation Workshop: Fr, 2 October 2026, 2:30 – 5:30 pm
  • Kick-Off Event: Thu, 22 October 2026, 4:30 – 7:30 pm
  • Intercultural Training (2 days): 17 + 19 November 2026, 1:30 - 7:30 pm
  • Company Excursion: To be announced
  • German Language Courses A2.1 & B1.1: February / March 2027
  • Additional events: To be announced

Join the MEM-GATE Programme!

  • To qualify for MEM-GATE, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • A strong academic record from prior studies,
    • Outstanding motivation, and
    • Enrolment in the first semester in the Master's degree programme in Electrical and Microsystems Engineering at the OTH Regensburg.

  • Interested in joining MEM-GATE? Here’s how to apply:

    Please send your application documents to kim.weisenberger(at)oth-regensburg.de before the application deadline.

    The required docuemnts are: 

    • letter of motivation (max. 1 page, answering the question: Why are you the ideal candidate for MEM-GATE?)
    • CV

    Application deadline is 14 October 2026.