Dual/cooperative degree program
Due to different accreditations and organizational structures, the degree programs offered by the faculty provide various models of dual study programs or cooperative degree programs.
Find out more about the individual models available in the degree programs on this page. Our academic advisors will be happy to provide you with further information.
dual study program:
- Digital Engineering, Innovative Production Systems, and Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, and Virtual Product Development
Cooperative degree program:
Digital Engineering, Innovative Production Systems, and Industrial Engineering
Starting in the 2025/2026 winter semester, we will be offering dual study programs based on the "Lippe model" in our faculty in the following degree programs
- Digital Engineering,
- Innovative Production Systems, and
- Industrial Engineering
.
[The previous "cooperative" degree program will remain in place for enrolled students. Further information on this.]
There are two options:
- Training-accompanying:
In a training-accompanying or training-integrated dual degree program, you complete a full vocational training program with an IHK (Chamber of Industry and Commerce) or HWK (Chamber of Crafts) qualification alongside your degree program. Detailed graphic
- Practice-integrated:
In a practice-integrated dual study program, you work part-time in a company, which means that theory phases and practice phases alternate on a daily, weekly, or block basis. In addition to the university, the company serves as an "additional Learning Site" where you can directly apply the content of your degree program and acquire further skills. Detailed graphic
Structure of an academic year:
- 2 blocks at university (approx. 8 months)
- 2 blocks at the company (approx. 4 months + approx. 30 days)
- During the university blocks, 1 reflection day in the company
→ Continuous contact with the company
→ Reflection on what you have learned in the context of the company
Course of study:
The study plan for the dual study program is identical to that for the full-time study program. However, the skills covered in selected modules (see list) can also be acquired at the company (unmarked).
| Modules possible as a practical module | Industrial Engineering | Digital Engineering | Innovative Production Systems |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics (1st semester) | Yes | Yes | - |
| Industrial Management (1st semester) | - | - | Yes |
| Computer Science Software Engineering (2nd semester) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business English (3rd semester) | - | Yes | Yes |
| Seminar on Industrial Engineering (3rd semester) | Yes | - | - |
| Project Management/Study Project (4th semester) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business English (5th semester) | Yes | - | - |
| Product Lifecycle Management (5th semester) | - | Yes | Yes |
| Details: | study plan | study plan | study plan |
Company:
The company must be suitable for training. A cooperation agreement is concluded between the university and the company. This is currently being drawn up. An existing cooperation agreement with a company is a prerequisite for admission to and continuation of a dual study program.
Wood Technology
Study meets practice: In Lemgo, the (TH) OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts offers a cooperative wood technology degree program. Cooperative study means gaining practical experience in companies alongside your studies. This combines scientific expertise with application-oriented practical projects, thereby guaranteeing a solid foundation for career start or development.
Advantages for students
- Continuous combination of theoretical learning and practical work at the university and in companies
- Intensive learning phases of a full-time study program
- Personal atmosphere and qualified support during your degree program
- Remuneration
- High level of knowledge transfer
- Excellent job prospects
How does the cooperative degree program work?
- Practical phase before the start of studies (August through the third week of September): After graduating from high school, the practical phase at the company begins in August.
- Degree program: During the lecture period, you will study full-time at the technical university and acquire fundamental theoretical and scientific knowledge.
- Lecture-free period: The lecture-free period is used for the practical phase at the company.
- Practical semester: In the fifth semester, the practical semester takes place at the company.
- Bachelor's thesis: In the second half of the seventh semester, starting in December, you will write your bachelor's thesis at the company.
- Remuneration: You will receive appropriate remuneration from the company for the duration of your degree program.
Admission and application
- You should start looking for a company that offers a practical phase in the cooperative study model as early as possible before graduating from school.
- Admission requirements:
General or subject-specific university entrance qualification, higher education entrance
qualification Contract for the practical phase with a participating company - Application: Apply to a
participating company as early as
possible if you have a contract with a company: Apply and complete matriculation at the (TH) OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts by July 15 if possible. Here is a sentence with a link to the TH OWL application portal.
Participating companies
- Please feel free to contact the program coordinator Constanze Kiwitt (constanze.kiwitt@th-owl.de), tel. +49 5261 702-5042.
Your path to the cooperative degree program
Ask yourself the following questions:
- What qualifications do I have? (School education, practical or professional experience, if applicable)
- What questions do I have about the degree program? (Content, recognition options, costs, degree, and further opportunities)
- In which companies would I like to gain practical experience? (Industry, activity, specific company, if applicable)
We are happy to help you with any questions you may have. Simply make an appointment for a consultation. Contact: Constanze Kiwitt (constanze.kiwitt@th-owl.de), Tel. +49 5261 702-5042
Wood Technology: Cooperation offer for companies
Driving force: university cooperation
The bachelor's degree program in Wood Technology and the specialization in Wood Technology within the master's degree program in Production and Management in Lemgo provide you with knowledge and scientific expertise in dialogue with our professors. On request, we can support you in the development and implementation of projects and processes within your company and work with you to design the strategic implementation. Expert teams are on hand to assist you with a wide range of topics, providing you with practical, expert knowledge.
In addition, we offer support for personnel development and young talent recruitment:
Would you like to establish early contact with students so that you can approach future academic specialists while they are still attending a degree program? Are you looking for working students or offering attractive internships in Germany and abroad? Is your company interested in using our cooperative study model to recruit, retain, or develop employees?
We offer you a wide range of opportunities within the framework of the cooperation and develop individual strategies with you. Talk to us and arrange a consultation appointment.
Advantages for companies
- Image boost through university cooperation as an attractive employer for students
- Targeted personnel development and qualified recruitment of young talent
- Dialogue and knowledge transfer between companies and universities for new ideas
- Practical solutions to internal responsibilities within the framework of various "Study Projects"
- Direct career entry without training period after completion of the degree program
Listing as a cooperating company
As a cooperating company, you are welcome to be listed in the cooperative bachelor's program at the Lemgo campus. If you are interested in receiving information material or arranging a personal meeting, please contact our representative directly: Constanze Kiwitt (constanze.kiwitt@th-owl.de), Tel. +49 5261 702-5042
Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, and Virtual Product Development
We offer dual study programs based on the "Lippe model" in our faculty in the following degree programs
- Mechanical Engineering,
- Mechatronics, and
- Virtual Product Development
.
There are two options:
- Accompanying training:
in a dual degree program that accompanies or is integrated into your training, you complete a full vocational training program with a Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) or Chamber of Crafts (HWK) qualification alongside your degree program.
Detailed graphic: Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics (4+1-day model)
Detailed graphic: Virtual Product Development (5-day model)
- Practice-integrated:
In a practice-integrated dual study program, you work part-time in a company, which means that theory phases and practice phases alternate on a daily, weekly, or block basis. In addition to the university, the company serves as a "further Learning Site" where you can directly apply the content of your degree program and acquire further skills.
Detailed graphic: Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics (4+1-day model)
Detailed graphic: Virtual Product Development (5-day model)
Structure of an academic year:
- 2 blocks at university (approx. 8 months)
- 2 blocks at the company (approx. 4 months + approx. 30 days)
- Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics degree programs:
During the university blocks, 1 reflection day at the company
→ Continuous contact with the company
→ Reflection on course content learned in the context of the company
Course of study:
The study plan for the dual study program is identical to that for the full-time study program.
Company:
The company must be suitable for training. A cooperation agreement is concluded between the university and the company. This is currently being developed. An existing cooperation agreement with a company is a prerequisite for admission to and continuation of a dual study program.