What are double degree programs?
Double degree programs are international degree programs that KIT has developed in close collaboration with selected partner universities abroad. As a student in a double degree program, you will complete part of your studies in Karlsruhe and part at the partner university abroad. Upon completion of the program, you will receive two degrees: a bachelor’s or master’s degree from KIT, and a degree from the partner university abroad.
What are the benefits of KIT's double degree programs?
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Time Savings
A double degree program requires little or no more time than a regular degree program with a single degree—thanks to the coordinated curriculum and automatic credit recognition. You can complete a double degree program in significantly less time than two separate degree programs.
Automatic Recognition
Tuition Waivers and Scholarships
A Well-Organized Network
As a student in a double degree program, you’re not on your own—you’re part of a group of German and international students who share the same targets, challenges, and interests. The alumni associations provide practical help and first-hand advice.
And, of course, both at KIT and at the partner university, dedicated contact persons in the Departments and the business unit responsible for international affairs are always available to support you with academic and organizational matters. This naturally includes preparatory and ongoing language courses.
Excellent Career Prospects
Two degrees under your belt and a wealth of opportunities! Should you look for a job in Germany, in a partner country, or elsewhere in the world? A doctorate—or perhaps even a double doctorate?
No matter what you decide: With degrees from two renowned universities and your extra dose of subject-specific, linguistic, and intercultural skills, many doors are open to you worldwide!
What double degree programs are available, and where can I find more information?
Double degree programs have a long tradition at KIT, so there are now a wide variety of options available. Most double degree programs are offered with France, but study abroad opportunities in other European countries, as well as in Asia and South America, are also available through double degree programs.
In the overview list below, you will find all of KIT’s double degree programs sorted by country. Each partnership includes a link to a program description. Here you can learn more about the course of study, the application process, funding options, and the contact information for your point of contact.
As a general rule, the respective KIT Department is responsible for academic supervision. For all double degree programs with France, both students and the KIT Departments are supported by the France Team in the implementation of the program. Under the “Double Degree Programs” section, you’ll find useful information, such as details on available scholarships.
Overview of KIT's Double Degree Programs
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No.
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Country
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Partner University
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KIT Department
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Field of Study
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Degree Level
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Program Description
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1
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Argentina
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Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires (ITBA)
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Department of Mechanical Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Master’s
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2
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Bulgaria
|
Technical University of Sofia
|
Department of Electrical Engineering and Information
Technology Department of Mechanical Engineering |
Mechatronics and Information Technology
|
Bachelor’s
|
Double Degree KIT-MIT |
| 3 |
Chile
|
University of Concepción (UdeC)
|
Department of Civil Engineering, Geo- and Environmental Sciences
|
Regional Studies & Spatial Planning
|
Master’s
|
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| 4 |
China
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Tongji University Sino-German University College (CDHK)
|
Department of Mechanical Engineering
|
Mechanical Engineering
|
Master’s
|
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| 5 |
EU
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Aix-Marseille University
, École Centrale de Marseille , Barcelona Universities , Tampere University of Technology , Vilnius University |
Interdisciplinary
|
Photonics
|
Master’s
|
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| 6 | France | Arts et Métiers ParisTech (ENSAM) Metz |
Department of Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | Master’s | KIT-ENSAM Double Degree |
| 7 |
France
|
École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Strasbourg (ENSAS)
|
Department of Architecture
|
Architecture
|
Master’s
|
|
| 8 |
France |
Institut National des Sciences Appliquées (INSA)
Lyon
|
Department of Mechanical Engineering |
Mechanical Engineering |
Bachelor's |
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| 9 | France | Institut National des Sciences Appliquées (INSA) Strasbourg |
Department of Civil Engineering, Geo- and Environmental Sciences | Geodesy and Geoinformatics | Master’s | Double Degree Program KIT-INSA Strasbourg |
| 10 | France | University of Strasbourg | Department of Civil Engineering, Geo- and Environmental Sciences | Continental Water Sustainability | Master’s | KIT-UNISTRA Double Degree |
| 11 | France |
Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA)
|
Department of Informatics
|
Computer Science | Master's | |
| 12 | France | Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) | Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology | Electrical Engineering and Information Technology | Master’s | KIT-UGA Double Degree in Electrical Engineering |
| 13 | France | Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) | Physics Department | Physics | Master's | KIT-UGA Double Degree in Physics |
| 14 | France | Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) | Department of Business and Economics | Industrial Engineering | Master’s | KIT-UGA Double Degree in Economics and Business Administration |
| 15 |
Korea
|
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
Daejeon
|
Department of Mechanical Engineering
|
Mechanical Engineering
|
Master's
|
|
| 16 | Hungary |
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME)
|
Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
|
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
|
Bachelor's
|
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| 17 | Hungary | Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) | Department of Mechanical Engineering | Mechatronics and Information Technology | Bachelor's |




