Technical University of Sofia – Mechanical Engineering (English)
Sofia, BulgariaPOTENTIAL — not yet offered / not confirmed
🟢 Good fit for the core mechanical subjects (mechanics, materials, strength of materials, machine elements, quality, control, robotics); weak for thermofluids, energy, CAD/FEM depth and advanced MSc-level courses
English-taught programme: BSc Mechanical Engineering in English, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, 4 years / 8 semesters / 240 ECTS, 30 ECTS per semester, taught fully in English (Erasmus open). Semesters 1-4 are a shared fundamentals block (maths, physics, chemistry, mechanics, strength of materials, machine elements, thermodynamics, fluid power); semesters 5-8 hold the specialisation (manufacturing, engineering logistics, precision engineering, automation, robotics). Course list is from the plan 'as of 2021/2022'. The faculty's own plan link now returns 404, so I read an archived copy. The 2026 plan may differ, so confirm with the TU Sofia Erasmus office before signing a learning agreement. Winter = odd semesters (1,3,5,7), Spring = even (2,4,6,8). ECTS equals total student hours divided by 30.
Potential matches only. This partner currently has no HMU Mechanical Engineering students / no recognised courses. The matches below are an indicative assessment by the IRO, based on the partner’s published English programme vs the HMU Mechanical Engineering study guide. They must be evaluated and approved by the departmental academic coordinator before any agreement is used.
| Partner course / module (ECTS) | Possible HMU equivalent (ECTS) | Fit | Offered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics Part I (MAT12) (7) Semester 1, 30 lecture + 30 tutorial hours. Calculus content should overlap well. | → | Calculus I Απειροστικός Λογισμός Ι (5) | strong | W |
| Mathematics Part I (MAT12) (7) Semester 1. Linear algebra and complex numbers are only partly covered in Maths I-II, so check the syllabus. | → | Linear Algebra and Complex Numbers Γραμμική Άλγεβρα και Μιγαδικοί Αριθμοί (5) | weak | W |
| Mathematics Part II (MAT22) (6) Semester 2. Calculus II equivalent. | → | Calculus II Απειροστικός Λογισμός ΙΙ (5) | strong | S |
| Mathematics Part III (MAT31) (6) Semester 3. Likely differential equations and further topics; confirm the syllabus. | → | Ordinary Differential Equations Συνήθεις Διαφορικές Εξισώσεις (5) | likely | W |
| Mathematics Part III (MAT31) (6) Semester 3. Numerical methods are probably only a small part. | → | Numerical Analysis – Computer Programming for Engineers Στοιχεία Αριθμητικής Ανάλυσης – Πληροφορική για Μηχανικούς (4) | weak | W |
| Physics (PHY01) (7) Semester 1, 45L/15T/30 lab hours. One combined physics course, so it can cover Physics I only. | → | Physics I Φυσική Ι (5) | likely | W |
| Physics (PHY01) (7) Semester 1. Could substitute Physics II only if the syllabus includes electromagnetism. | → | Physics II Φυσική ΙΙ (5) | weak | W |
| Information and Communication Technologies (CCE23) (8) Semester 1, 75 contact hours. Programming content must be checked. | → | Computer Programming Πληροφορική (5) | likely | W |
| Mechanics I (MEC01) (7) Semester 2. Statics and fundamentals of mechanics. | → | Mechanics I – Statics Μηχανική Ι – Στατική (5) | strong | S |
| Mechanics II (MEC02) (7) Semester 3. Kinematics and dynamics. | → | Mechanics II (Dynamics) Μηχανική ΙΙ (5) | strong | W |
| Mechanics II (MEC02) (7) Semester 3. Vibrations are likely only partly covered. | → | Dynamics and Mechanical Vibrations Δυναμική – Ταλαντώσεις (5) | weak | W |
| Material Science (ENG01) (7) Semester 2, 45L + 45 lab hours. | → | Materials Science and Technology I Τεχνολογία Υλικών Ι (5) | strong | S |
| Structural Non-metallic Composites (Ce05) (5) Semester 5. Polymer and composite materials. | → | Polymer and Composite Materials Technology Τεχνολογία Πολυμερών και Σύνθετων Υλικών | strong | W |
| Electronics and Electrical Engineering (EEA21) (5) Semester 2. | → | Electrical Engineering – Electronics Ηλεκτροτεχνία – Ηλεκτρονική (4) | strong | S |
| Strength of Materials (MEC03) (7) Semester 3, 45L + 30 lab hours. | → | Mechanics III (Strength of Materials) Μηχανική ΙΙΙ (Αντοχή Υλικών) (5) | strong | W |
| Engineering Graphics (ENG02) (6) Semester 3, 30L + 45 lab hours. Engineering drawing with CAD. | → | Mechanical Design I / CAD Μηχανολογικό Σχέδιο Ι / CAD (5) | likely | W |
| Engineering Graphics (ENG02) (6) Semester 3. 3D CAD depth must be verified. | → | 3D Computer Aided Design (3D CAD) Τρισδιάστατη μοντελοποίηση (3D CAD) (4) | weak | W |
| Application of Computer Modeling and Simulations in Engineering Analysis (Ce15) (5) Semester 7. Computer-based analysis, not clearly FEM. Check the syllabus. | → | Analysis of Mechanical Structures I (FEM) Ανάλυση Κατασκευών I (5) | likely | W |
| Modelling and Simulation of Mechanical Systems (Ce21) (4) Semester 8. Possible overlap with dynamics and vibrations. | → | Dynamics and Mechanical Vibrations Δυναμική – Ταλαντώσεις (5) | weak | S |
| Machine Elements (MEC04) (7) Semester 4, 45L/15T/30 lab hours. | → | Machine Elements I Στοιχεία Μηχανών Ι (5) | strong | S |
| Machine Elements Course Project (MEC07) (3) Semester 4. A design project, which might partly cover Machine Elements II. | → | Machine Elements II Στοιχεία Μηχανών ΙΙ (5) | weak | S |
| Machine Elements Course Project (MEC07) (3) Semester 4. Project-based design work. | → | Mechanical Engineering Design I Μηχανολογικός Σχεδιασμός Ι (5) | weak | S |
| Theory of Mechanisms and Machines (MEC06) (6) Semester 4. Mechanisms and kinematics. No direct HMU equivalent; the nearest is Machine Elements II. | → | Machine Elements II Στοιχεία Μηχανών ΙΙ (5) | weak | S |
| Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (ENR01) (5) Semester 4. Only 5 ECTS for thermodynamics and heat transfer combined, so it is shallower than HMU Thermodynamics I. | → | Thermodynamics I Θερμοδυναμική Ι (5) | likely | S |
| Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (ENR01) (5) Semester 4. The heat-transfer part is small. | → | Heat Transfer I Μετάδοση Θερμότητας Ι (5) | weak | S |
| Hydraulic and Pneumatic Fluid Power (MEC05) (6) Semester 4. Fluid power rather than pure fluid mechanics. No full fluid mechanics course in the plan. | → | Fluid Mechanics I Μηχανική Ρευστών Ι (5) | weak | S |
| Hydraulic and Pneumatic Fluid Power (MEC05) (6) Semester 4. Partial overlap with hydraulic machines. | → | Hydrodynamic Machines (Turbomachinery) Υδροδυναμικές Μηχανές (5) | weak | S |
| Technology of Mechanical Engineering (Ce01) (6) Semester 5, 45L + 30 lab hours. Manufacturing technology. | → | Manufacturing Processes I Κατασκευαστικές Τεχνολογίες Ι (5) | likely | W |
| Technology of Mechanical Engineering (Ce01) (6) Semester 5. Only if the content goes beyond the basics. | → | Manufacturing Processes II Κατασκευαστικές Τεχνολογίες ΙΙ (5) | weak | W |
| Computer Integrated Manufacturing (Ce16) (6) Semester 7. CAM and CNC content to be confirmed. | → | Principles of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CNC) Αρχές Ψηφιακής Καθοδήγησης Μηχανών (5) | likely | W |
| Programming of Automated Equipment (Ce20) (4) Semester 8. Likely CNC and PLC programming. | → | Principles of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CNC) Αρχές Ψηφιακής Καθοδήγησης Μηχανών (5) | weak | S |
| Design of Automated Production Machines (Ce02) (6) Semester 5. Automation and production machine design, not maintenance. | → | Industrial Systems and Maintenance Βιομηχανικά Συστήματα και Συντήρηση (5) | weak | W |
| Design of Automated Production Machines (Ce02) (6) Semester 5. Plus a 3 ECTS project course (Ce06). | → | Machine Design and Development Μελέτη – Κατασκευή Μηχανών (5) | weak | W |
| Reliability of Machines (Ce09) (5) Semester 6. Reliability and maintenance topics. | → | Industrial Systems and Maintenance Βιομηχανικά Συστήματα και Συντήρηση (5) | likely | S |
| Engineering Logistics (Ce03) (5) Semester 5. Logistics of industrial systems, with no direct HMU counterpart. | → | Industrial Systems and Maintenance Βιομηχανικά Συστήματα και Συντήρηση (5) | weak | W |
| Engineering Logistics (Ce03) (5) Semester 5. Only partial overlap with operations research. | → | Operational Research and Decision Support Systems Επιχειρησιακή Έρευνα και Συστήματα Υποστήριξης Αποφάσεων (4) | weak | W |
| Quality Management and Control (Ce04) (5) Semester 5. Total quality management. | → | Total Quality Management Systems Συστήματα και Διοίκηση Ολικής Ποιότητας (5) | strong | W |
| Economics (Ce08) (2) Semester 6. Only 2 ECTS. | → | Business and Production Administration Οργάνωση και Διοίκηση Επιχειρήσεων και Παραγωγής (5) | weak | S |
| Management of Companies (optional List 2, Ce24) (3) Semester 8, optional. Offered annually only if selected by the faculty council. | → | Business and Production Administration Οργάνωση και Διοίκηση Επιχειρήσεων και Παραγωγής (5) | weak | S |
| European Technical Legislation and Standardization (optional List 2, Ce24) (3) Semester 8, optional. Covers legislation but not ergonomics or health and safety. | → | Health – Ergonomics – Safety – Legislation Υγιεινή – Εργονομία – Ασφάλεια – Νομοθεσία (4) | weak | S |
| Control and Regulation Systems (Ce10) (5) Semester 6, 30L + 30 lab hours. | → | Control Theory and Technology Θεωρία και Τεχνολογία Ελέγχου (4) | likely | S |
| Control and Regulation Systems (Ce10) (5) Semester 6. Automatic control, with unknown depth. | → | Automatic Control Systems Συστήματα Αυτομάτου Ελέγχου (5) | weak | S |
| Metrology and Measurement Devices (Ce07) (5) Semester 6. Measurement systems and instruments. | → | Sensors and Measurement Systems Αισθητήρια Όργανα και Συστήματα Μετρήσεων (5) | likely | S |
| Precise Mechanical Technique (Ce14) (5) Semester 7. Precision engineering. Plus a 3 ECTS project (Ce19). Reverse engineering content unknown. | → | Precision Engineering and Reverse Engineering Λεπτομηχανική – Αντίστροφη Μηχανική (5) | likely | W |
| Fine Mechanical and Optical Technique (Ce12) (4) Semester 6. Precision mechanics and optics. | → | Precision Engineering and Reverse Engineering Λεπτομηχανική – Αντίστροφη Μηχανική (5) | weak | S |
| Industrial Robots (Ce17) (5) Semester 7, 30L + 30 lab hours. | → | Robotics I Ρομποτική Ι (5) | likely | W |
| Kinematics and Dynamics of Lifting and Construction Manipulators (Ce23) (3) Semester 8. Robotics II would only partly match. | → | Robotics II Ρομποτική ΙΙ (5) | weak | S |
| Foreign Language I and II (LNG01, LNG02) (2+2) Semesters 1 and 2. General foreign language, not technical terminology. | → | English Technical Terminology Αγγλική Τεχνική Ορολογία (2) | weak | W/S |
Offered = indicative term at the partner (W = winter/autumn semester, S = spring/summer semester, W/S = both semesters), from the partner’s published course catalogue. Not based on past mobilities; can change year to year — confirm with the coordinator. “—” = term not published.
Sources: TU Sofia FME, Mechanical Engineering in English (specialty page) · Curriculum as of 2021/22 (Wayback copy of UPlan_5-1_MF_BMECe_EN.pdf) · Older English curriculum (2009 plan, for comparison)