The programme enables you to develop electronic components, and control industrial processes and autonomous robots. This can be anything from controlling an autonomous underwater robot to developing a battery storage system for solar cells. You learn how the theory behind the technology works and how to use it to solve problems in real-world projects in industry.  

You gain an understanding of how electronic and autonomous systems work. You learn to work in areas such as microprocessors, control technology, mechatronics and robotics, all of which play a major role in modern industry. The programme prepares you to deal with the new challenges of the world of the future. You will be able to work on projects where you develop systems for drones, make industrial robots or create sustainable energy solutions – all areas where there is a high demand for labour.

The teaching is structured around problem-based learning. This means that you often work in groups on projects that deal with real-world industry problems. You be challenged to think creatively and systematically, and you have the opportunity to work closely with both your fellow students and companies in the project work. Each semester builds on the skills you've gained, allowing you to immerse yourself in more advanced topics such as industrial electronics, robotics, and artificial intelligence. 

At the beginning, you learn basic electronics, programming, and signal processing. Later, you work with more complex systems and gain insight into topics such as managing energy systems and developing advanced automation solutions. The teaching is internationally oriented – it is done in English – and you collaborate with students and teachers from all over the world. There are also study tours and guest lectures from experts who tell you about the latest technological trends and challenges in the industry. Finally, you will be able to use your knowledge, for example, to make a wind turbine more efficient or develop a robot that can assemble things in a factory. 

After your Bachelor's degree, you can study Advanced Power Electronics where you work with power electronics and electrical machines with a focus on control, optimisation and reliability of sustainable energy systems. With a specialization in AI and Autonomous Systems, you work with control of robots and drones with artificial intelligence and deep learning. You can also choose Sustainable Energy Engineering with a specialization in offshore energy systems where the focus is on the design and regulation of offshore energy systems.

The first semester of the programme is on basic electronic systems, and you learn to work in a problem-oriented manner in both the courses and project work. Course work includes calculus, basic energy systems and electro physics. In project work with your group, you apply the knowledge you gain from the courses. The project could be to examine how a simple electronic system works, for example as a doorbell or a Lego robot.

Project

• Basic Electronic Systems (15 ECTS credits)

Courses

• Calculus (5 ECTS credits)
• Energy Systems and Electro Physics (5 ECTS credits)
• Problem-Based Learning (5 ECTS credits)

The focal point of the second semester is microprocessors. Course work introduces electronics, programming, and linear algebra. In project work, you use microprocessors, you become familiar with the principles of such systems, and you learn how to build and program a mechatronic system. . Your project could be to develop an electronically controlled dosing system or control a football robot.

Project

• Programming of Microprocessor Based Systems (15 ECTS credits)

Courses

• Introduction to Electrical Engineering (5 ECTS credits)
• Linear Algebra (5 ECTS credits)
• Real-Time Systems and Graphical Programming Languages (5 ECTS credits)

The third semester of the programme is about instrumentation. Course work includes with circuit theory, advanced programming techniques, and applied engineering mathematics. In project work, you apply the competences you gained in the courses, for example to examine how battery storage for a solar cell system on a building works, to design algorithms or to investigate how a dimmer is dimensionally configured.

Project

• Instrumentation (15 ECTS credits)

Courses

• AC Circuit Theory (5 ECTS credits)
• Applied Engineering Mathematics (5 ECTS credits)
• Data Structures and Algorithms (5 ECTS credits)

The fourth semester is about control and regulation. Course work looks at control, modelling and simulation, and mechanics. You learn how to develop mathematical models of various systems and how to design control algorithms to control them. In project work you can work with modelling and control of self-balancing robots, pendulums or a converter for a solar cell system, for example.

Project

• Control Systems (15 ECTS credits)

Courses

• Fundamental Control Theory (5 ECTS credits)
• Modelling and Signal Processing (5 ECTS credits)
• Power Electronics (5 ECTS credits)

In order to be admitted to the Bachelor's programme in Applied Industrial Electronics at Aalborg University Esbjerg, you need the following qualifications:

• Upper secondary school exam
• English B or an acceptable IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge score
• Mathematics A with a minimum average grade of 4.0
• Physics B or Geoscience A

Please note that A, B and C refer to the course level - not grades.

To be taken into consideration for admission to the Bachelor's programme in Applied Industrial Electronics, you must fulfil the entry requirements. All applicants meeting the entry requirements will be admitted.

In order to apply for admission, please go to the portal of the Danish Ministry of Education for admissions. The admission area no. for Applied Industrial Electronics is 26512.

It is important that you read our guide How to apply to Aalborg University. Please, also note our information about general entry requirements.

Information concerning admission requirements in general may be found on the website of the Danish Agency for Science and Higher Education. On this page you can also find information on whether the level of a foreign certificate meets the general entry requirements.

At www.optagelse.dk you must start your application process by filling in an application form and a priority form. This produces a Signature Page that you must print out, sign and submit by e-mail to bacheloroptag@aau.dk

Application deadline for all applicants holding a foreign entry examination

Your Signature page must be received at The Admissions Office before 15 March, 12 noon. Only the Signature page is proof of you applying for an undergraduate programme. Your application process is not completed until the Signature page is received at The Admissions Office.

Please note that students from outside the EU/EEA will have to pay application fee and tuition fee. Please go to Finances and Fees for further information.

Mathematics is an essential tool in the study programme. Read about the requirements for mathematics so you know if you need to brush up on maths before beginning your studies.

The Bachelor's programme in Applied Industrial Electronics is especially relevant if you want to continue studying on a two-year Master's programme in engineering (MSc). As an electronics engineer, you can work within the process, automation and energy industries. For example, you can develop new converters or machines for wind turbines. You can also work on energy and efficiency optimisation of industrial processes or on mechatronic systems for robots or wave energy systems.

During your studies, you will work closely with companies on your project work. The projects are based on current issues for industry and will be organised so that you and your project group are constantly challenged to think innovatively, creatively and systematically to find new solutions.

A Bachelor's degree in Applied Industrial Electronics, and perhaps a Master's degree, will qualify you to work at, for example: 

Vestas
Danfoss
Grundfos
ABB
Siemens
KK Wind Solutions
Orsted.

An bachelor (BSc) in Applied Industrial Electronics handles complex and development-oriented situations in electronics and power electronics, and possesses competencies on microprocessor systems, electrical machines and robotic systems that can be used in the development, planning and operation of industrial energy systems.

With an MSc in engineering you can work in, for example:

• The process industry
• The wind turbine industry
• Energy companies
• Manufacturing companies for electronics and electrical machines
• The offshore industry

With a Bachelor's degree in Applied Industrial Electronics, you can continue on a MSc study programme in engineering. As an engineer, you can work in the process, automation, and energy industries, and you can develop new converters and machines for wind turbines, work on energy and performance optimisation of industrial processes, or develop mechatronic systems such as robots or wave energy systems. 

Advanced Power Electronics (Esbjerg)

Energy Engineering specializing in Power Electronics and Drives (Aalborg)

Sustainable Energy Engineering specializing i Offshore Energy Systems (Esbjerg)

Advanced Power Electronics (Esbjerg)

Any inquires about our study programmes in Esbjerg may be directed at our student counsellor, Heidi Valdkilde Abrahamsen . She guides e.g. about the content of the study programmes, examination rules, exemptions, application procedure, studying in Denmark, etc.

Meet Heidi! Book an online or physical meeting with her
If you are interested in meeting Heidi, she offers both online and physical meetings where you talk about life as a student at Aalborg University (AAU). Feel free to ask about anything. No question is too big or small, and she is happy to answer everything from the content of the study programme over study jobs to how our canteen looks and works.

For us, it is important that you feel well-dressed to make the right study choice for you.

In practical terms, we make it so that you write to Heidi, and then she will contact you to arrange further.

AAU Esbjerg International office and student counsellor
Heidi Valdkilde Abrahamsen
Niels Bohrs Vej 8, room B125
E-mail: international@esbjerg.aau.dk

Phone: +45 9940 7669

Office hours
E-mails and phone calls are answered on weekdays in the period 8:00 - 15:00.

Open guidance every Tuesday between 9:30 and 11:00 in our lounge.

You can expect a response to your inquiry within 2-3 days.

Guidance meetings are held by appointment.

Aalborg University (AAU) treats all your information with confidentiality. All student counsellors are under an obligation to maintain confidentiality and you can always contact Heidi anonymously.

Please contact the student counsellor, if you have questions regarding the content of the study programmes, study form, work load, application, studying in Denmark or life at Aalborg University, etc.

If you have questions regarding the composition of the study programme (if you, for example, have a different background than stated under the admission requirements) or similar, your are welcome to contact the Study Board of Build, Energy, Electronics and Mechanics in Esbjerg

Chair of study board Matthias Mandø
Tel: +45 9940 3321

Study board secretary Anette Larsen
Tel: +45 9940 3623

Contact the study board via e-mail:
studyboardBEEM@energy.aau.dk