8 reasons why you should study with the Department of Piston Machinery and Internal Combustion Engines (LKV)

Hands-On Studying

Hands-On Studying

Practical training in "Praktikum Maschinenlabor", many student jobs and opportunities to write Bachelor thesis, "Studienarbeiten" or Master Thesis allow students to work on current research projects and on engines using cutting edge measurement technology.

Close Cooperation with the industry

Close Cooperation with the industry

Our many projects with partners from the industry allow our students to make good connections at an early point in their career, locally and globally!

Shell-Eco-Marathon Team

Shell-Eco-Marathon Team

Being a part of the Shell-Eco-Marathon Team allows you to use your initiative and your own creative ideas to create the energy efficient mobility solutions of tomorrow!

Conference Participation

Conference Participation

Studying with LKV allows you to get a first taste of conference proceedings, make important connections and see the emerging trends in engine research.

A Great Reputation in Engine Research

A Great Reputation in Engine Research

LKV has gained a high level of reputation for its publications at renowned congresses, but also for its cutting edge technology and large scale projects in the engine branch.

A Wide Spectrum of Study

A Wide Spectrum of Study

From lawn-mower engines to ship's diesel engines, from injector to catalytic converter technology: LKV's topics are incredibly varied!

High Student Satisfaction

High Student Satisfaction

Evaluation of Student satisfaction has shown that LKV lectures and seminars are very worthwhile for our students.

At Home in North-East Germany

At Home in North-East Germany

Where does one have to go to be involved with current and relevant engine research? The South of Germany? At LKV in Rostock we have many cutting edge research projects, ranging from large single cylinder engines to current hydrogen and ammonia topics.