Embedded Systems Engineering

This master's provides advanced training in computer science and engineering for embedded systems. The official programme page highlights preparation for future work as a research scientist or project leader in industry.

Minimum GPA

No fixed minimum GPA is published on the current official programme page.

English requirements

The official programme page requires English at CEFR C1. Accepted proof listed on the official page includes IELTS Academic at least 7.0, TOEFL iBT at least 95 for the former scale or 5.0 on the new scale from January 2026, Cambridge CAE or CPE, Pearson PTE Academic at least 76, telc University, TOEIC, or OOPT. Exemptions apply only for specified native-speaker countries or a bachelor's degree completed there.

Accepted bachelor fields

Applicants need a bachelor's degree in mechatronics, information technology, electronics or electrical engineering, computer science, or a similar field. The official page also requires prior knowledge in mathematics, computer engineering, physics, and electrical engineering.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

No

Tuition fee

None for EU and equal-status students; 1,500 EUR per semester for most non-EU students according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page.

Semester contribution

190.00 EUR per semester according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None for EU and equal-status students; 1,500 EUR per semester for most non-EU students according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page. Semester contribution: 190.00 EUR per semester according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page.

The official programme page states that the degree prepares students for future work as research scientists or project leaders in companies in embedded systems and related engineering and computing environments.

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