Indu
Cologne, Germany
"I viewed CSE, as a first step to the world of simulation science, where I can study the numerical methods as well as hone my engineering basics in one course. I really like the opportunity to choose from a great assortment of contemporary and extensive lectures for my personalized study plan according to my academic interest. The bilingual nature of this course fosters the students a step ahead for prospective career options. Furthermore, the highly efficient CSE office is so friendly that one can feel a homely warmth in foreign land."
Bhakti
Braunschweig, Germany
"When I applied to the Masters in Computational Sciences in Engineering (CSE) at TU Braunschweig, I had a very specific goal: to specialize in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and really understand the mathematics behind simulation tools. I thought I knew exactly where my career was heading. What I didn't anticipate was how much the program would broaden my perspective on what it means to be an engineer.
My thesis work on automating fluid-structure interaction simulations perfectly illustrates this shift. I started thinking purely in terms of CFD fluid dynamics, computational methods, numerical analysis. But as the project evolved, I realized I needed to integrate structural mechanics, develop automation frameworks, and think about how these simulations could be streamlined across different engineering problems. That's the moment it clicked: the interdisciplinary foundation CSE gave me wasn't just a nice bonus. It was essential. Those programming skills, data analysis methods, and machine learning concepts I initially saw as "extras" became the backbone of my thesis work.
The German education system was definitely an adjustment. But honestly, I've come to really appreciate how it encourages independence and critical thinking. The emphasis on projects and teamwork pushed me to grow beyond the classroom and see how engineering knowledge actually translates into real impact.
On the professional side, things have progressed in ways I didn't quite anticipate. I completed full-time internships at Audi AG and ABB AG, where I got exposure to real-world engineering workflows, and I'm currently pursuing my master's thesis at ABB AG and Institute for Acoustics and Dynamics (InAD) at TU Braunschweig, where I'm deepening this work on simulation automation. What's been particularly exciting is being selected for the FEMTEC scholarship program - a prestigious initiative for women in STEM at TU9 universities. Through this program, I've had the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, collaborate with partner institutions like TU Berlin, and work on innovation lab with Deutsche Telekom AG. These experiences have exposed me to career pathways and industry perspectives I might not have encountered otherwise.
Looking back, choosing to study CSE at TU Braunschweig has shaped me in ways I didn't anticipate. I came in with a narrow vision to become a CFD expert. But the program's interdisciplinary approach taught me something more valuable: that the most interesting engineering solutions come from understanding how different domains interconnect. I'm not just a more technically skilled engineer now, but also a more confident, curious, and adaptable problem-solver. I'm genuinely grateful for the education, the challenges, and being part of a program that really does support both professional and personal growth."
The CSE Fachgruppe (student representation of CSE) can help you with questions about your studies and life in Braunschweig. They also organize events and activities for all CSE students (E-Mail: cse-fgr@tu-braunschweig.de).
The CSE Office is also always available to answer any questions you may have about life in Germany or your studies at TU Braunschweig.
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