Dr. Beate Bender

Professor

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Biography

Beate Bender is the Head of the Department of Rail Vehicles at the Technical University of Berlin since September 1, 2025. She offers a wide range of practical courses that prepare students for the challenges of the rail industry, focusing on technical, economic, and operational aspects. Students in her Bachelor's program learn the fundamentals of rail vehicle technology, track guidance, and drive and braking technology, while the Master's program delves deeper into dynamics of rail vehicles, braking technologies, and innovative rail vehicle systems. Her research activities are project-oriented and emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration with industrial partners and scientific institutions to advance rail vehicle technology. The department aims to contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions in rail transport amidst the growing challenges of climate change and increasing demand for reliable and efficient rail systems.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Rail Vehicle Technology Fundamentals of Track Guidance Design of Rail Vehicles Drive and Braking Technology of Rail Vehicles Dynamics of Rail Vehicles Theory & Applications Braking Technology System Dynamics of Rail Transport Electric Railways LCC Rail Transport Measurements of Vehicles on Track Rail Transport Principles of Good Management in Transport Companies

Requirements for Technical University of Berlin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:87
PTE
Overall
Required:65
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Recognized first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) Specific ECTS in related subjects (e.g., 36 ECTS in Fundamentals of Computer Science for CS programs) Evidence of previous Master's studies (if applicable) Module descriptions of previous study program
Application Checklist
  • Officially certified copy of University degree certificate
  • Transcript of Records
  • Tabular CV
  • Motivation letter (program specific)
  • APS Certificate (for applicants from China, India, and Vietnam)
  • Proof of English proficiency (B2/C1 depending on program)
  • Copy of Passport
  • Preliminary Review Documentation (VPD) from uni-assist
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent for general engineering and computer science programs. Specific advanced master's (MBA/Energy) may require 1 year of professional experience.