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Work-study programme at Gebr. Becker
FOM Wuppertal
Becker Next Generation – University studies and practical experience. Right from day one.
Do you want to study whilst gaining real-world work experience? With the dual study programme at mechanical engineering firm Gebr. Becker, you can do both.
You’ll study at FOM in Wuppertal, Düsseldorf or Essen whilst working directly within the company at the same time. Not just abstract course content, but knowledge that you can put into practice straight away. We have been offering dual study programmes since 2021 because we firmly believe that the best developments arise when theory and practice are integrated from the very beginning.
Would you like to put your skills to good use, learn new things and take on responsibility?
Apply now and become part of the BECKER #nextgeneration!
Your dual study programmes at Gebr. Becker
In Wuppertal, we offer the following degree programmes in partnership with FOM University:
| Link to the degree programme | Qualification | Location | Link to the application form |
| Business Administration | Bachelor of Arts | Wuppertal | Apply now |
| International Management | Bachelor of Arts | Wuppertal | Apply now |
| Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies | Bachelor of Engineering | Wuppertal | Apply now |
| Industrial Engineering | Bachelor of Science | Wuppertal | Apply now |
Not sure which dual study programme is right for you?
No problem – take your time to have a look at our dual study programmes or get in touch with us directly. We’ll help you find the right starting point.
Would you like to put your skills to good use, learn new things and take on responsibility?
Apply now and become part of the BECKER #nextgeneration!
Your dual study programmes at Gebr. Becker
In Wuppertal, we offer the following degree programmes in partnership with FOM University:
| Link to the degree programme | Qualification | Location | Link to the application form |
| Business Administration | Bachelor of Arts | Wuppertal | Apply now |
| International Management | Bachelor of Arts | Wuppertal | Apply now |
| Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies | Bachelor of Engineering | Wuppertal | Apply now |
| Industrial Engineering | Bachelor of Science | Wuppertal | Apply now |
Not sure which dual study programme is right for you?
No problem – take your time to have a look at our dual study programmes or get in touch with us directly. We’ll help you find the right starting point.
How the dual study programme at Gebr. Becker works
The dual study programme alternates between theoretical and practical phases. During the theoretical phases, you attend FOM; during the practical phases, you work at Gebr. Becker.
On the Industrial Engineering programme, for example, students rotate through purchasing, production and sales. During the practical phase, you’ll spend three days a week at the company, and during the theoretical phase, two days at FOM. What this means in practice at Gebr. Becker:
- You’ll be treated as a full member of the team from day one
- You’ll take on responsibility early on, in line with your progress in your degree
- Your work placements are specifically tailored to your degree programme
- You’ll have designated points of contact, both within the company and for organisational matters
- An open culture of learning from mistakes: asking questions and learning from them is actively encouraged!
What we offer you on the work-study programme
You’ll benefit from the same support as our apprentices, plus the academic qualification you’ll be working towards at the same time.
Financial benefits & pension provision
- €150 per month towards a company pension scheme – in addition to your training allowance
- Individual financial top-ups to your remuneration for exceptional commitment, for example when working on projects or taking on additional tasks
Health & Community
- Annual health days organised in collaboration with other companies
- Team-building events with our apprentices: training trips, canoeing trips, hikes, dragon boat racing
Prospects & Active Involvement
- High employment rate of approximately 98 per cent after graduation
- A say in planning your studies and work placements
- Opportunities for study abroad, provided these are academically relevant and fit with the course and field of work
Why Gebr. Becker – and why a dual study programme?
A dual study programme at a family-run business such as Gebr. Becker means that dual students at Gebr. Becker work in teams of between 5 and 15 people and take on their own sub-projects from the second semester onwards. The supervision ratio is one mentor for every two students.
You’ll benefit from the stability and international reach of a mechanical engineering company that has been in existence for over 140 years, whilst also enjoying the flexibility of a medium-sized business where your work makes a visible difference.
Do you want transparency? So do we!
Your apprenticeship allowance
1st year
2nd year
3rd year
Frequently asked questions about the dual study programme at Gebr. Becker
To enrol on the dual study programme, you’ll need the general university entrance qualification (Abitur) or the technical college entrance qualification. You should also have an interest in your chosen degree programme – and be keen to get stuck in right from the start.
Once you have applied to Gebr. Becker, we will get in touch with you shortly. If both parties are interested, this will be followed by a face-to-face interview. We will coordinate your enrolment at FOM together with you.
Yes, but we’ll be there to support you every step of the way. The FOM admissions process runs in parallel with your application to Gebr. Becker. We’ll help you coordinate everything.
Yes, Gebr. Becker covers the full cost of tuition fees at FOM.
We have a high retention rate and are delighted when dual-study students choose to remain part of the team after graduation. Whilst we cannot offer any guarantees, our retention rate of around 98 per cent speaks for itself.
We recommend that you apply by spring at the latest if you wish to start your studies in the autumn, so that there is enough time for interviews and to complete your FOM enrolment.
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