Computer Science (MSc)

Research-oriented master's programme in computer science that develops advanced theoretical and applied expertise for designing, analysing, and building modern hardware and software systems.

Academic requirements

GRE or GATE (only required if your degree is from a university outside the European Higher Education Area [EHEA])

Minimum GPA

Final grade of 2.5 or better on the German grading scale.

English requirements

English proficiency must be proven by IELTS Academic 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, or an equivalent accepted certificate.

German requirements

Applicants must provide proof of basic German language skills (CEFR Level A1) within one year after enrolment.

Accepted bachelor fields

Requires a qualifying bachelor's degree in computer science, applied computer science, or a closely related computing discipline with equivalent content.

APS Certificate

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

165.84 EUR per semester as of Summer Semester 2026.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 165.84 EUR per semester as of Summer Semester 2026.

enables graduates to pursue doctoral research or to engage in complex industrial or freelance activities in the areas of research, development, implementation, distribution, or maintenance.

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