About this programme
The master study course Embedded Systems Engineering leads to a degree which qualifies individuals both in the field of scientific research as well as in areas of professional practice. They are being prepared for technical careers but also for senior management assignments in technical projects. Furthermore, a subsequent career in academic research is also an option.
What the whole degree costs
Not just tuition. Everything, for the full 2 years. Living in Dortmund · EU vs non-EU, select your country of origin.
- Tuition, 2 yearsEU: €0/yr · non-EU: €0/yr€0–0
- Student room, 24 monthsrooms from €228/mo · typically €326/mo, Dortmund€7,824
- Living, 24 months€732/mo: food, transport, phone, books€17,568
- Visa & insurancenon-EU students only: +€130/mo insurance + €100 permit+€3,220
- Total, all-inliving in Dortmund, EU vs non-EU. Choose above.€25,392–28,612
Rent source: numbeo.com
Can I get in?
The published requirements, checked against the official programme page. Open the section that applies to you.
Academic requirements3 on record
- Diplom or a Bachelor's degree in the field of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or a completed study program closely related to the Master's program Embedded Systems Engineering at a university of applied sciences (Fachhochschule) or a university
- the completion of a corresponding accredited Bachelor's qualification program at a university of cooperative education (Berufsakademie) with an overall grade of at least "good" (2.5).
Local variants + foreign-degree pathway1 on record
You'll need a diploma equivalence check — case-by-case review against the Dutch bachelor's standard, typically via Nuffic. Grades convert with the equivalence table above; the university makes the final call.
Where you'd live
Median room rents by student area in Dortmund. Sources: CBS / local city statistics.
rooms from €228/mo · typically €326/mo · Dortmund
Everyday living around €732/mo (food, transport, phone, books).
Housing is scarce; start looking the day you're admitted, not the day you land.
What you'll study
Course list drawn from the programme page; a snapshot, not the complete syllabus.
Graduates leave with hands-on software engineering and design practice, plus applied research skills.