Informatics (Computer Science) (MSc)

Whether it’s digitization, Industry 4.0, or artificial intelligence, Informatics is becoming one of the most essential cross-sectional disciplines that enable and shape current developments. Students of the Master’s degree program in Informatics (M.Sc.) learn to apply the basic principles, methods, and tools of informatics to various concrete and theoretical problems and develop innovative solutions. The degree program aims to impart analytical, creative, and constructive skills for evaluating, developing, and implementing software and hardware systems in a wide range of application areas equally broadly and profoundly. In addition to the approaches and tools of current research and development, students acquire in-depth formal, algorithmic, and mathematical skills, as well as analysis, design, implementation, project management, and technological skills. Through individual specializations, they develop specific qualification profiles, for example, in the areas of algorithms, computer graphics and vision, databases and information systems, digital biology and medicine, engineering of software-intensive systems, formal methods and their application, machine learning and data analysis, computer architecture, computer networks and distributed systems, robotics, IT security and data protection, or high-performance computing. In doing so, they also take into account the economic, legal, and social dimensions of informatics developments and applications. Graduates of the program are experts in all areas of computer science research, development, and application. They are able to develop resilient, innovative, and requirement-oriented solutions for a wide range of software and hardware-related problems. They are thus excellently qualified for responsible positions in numerous sectors, from trade, research, industry, services, and insurance to management consultancy or public administration, as well as for continuing their academic work within the framework of a doctorate. For a comprehensive description of the program, please refer to the degree program documentation: Degree program documentation for the Master’s program in Informatics (PDF, German) Program structure The duration of the master’s program in Informatics is four semesters. The program offers a high level of flexibility as regards the selection of your own specialties. In addition to the modules in the catalog of elective subjects, you can also choose to concentrate on a practice-led vocational education and training or a research-based profile that incorporates your first research work. Program structure & Overview of modules Language of instruction Required language skills for admission: You need sufficient English language skills if you wish to apply for this program. Evidence of your language proficiency has to be submitted before the end of the application deadline. Learn more about recognized certificates and other ways to prove your English language skills . This evidence of your language proficiency confirms that you comply with the minimum language requirements for admission to the program. Depending on the program and your individual background, it may be necessary for you to keep working on your language skills during your studies. Be sure to take a look at the services of our Language Center. Languages of instruction: The language of instruction for this program is usually English. Information on study organization Information on exams Information on studying abroad Fees for the program The tuition fees for international students from third countries for this degree program are 6,000 euros per semester . This amount is charged for full-time study. Tuition fees are charged proportionately for part-time study. Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here. Please note: The semester fee as a contribution to the student union must be paid additionally. It varies depending on where you are studying. You can find all information on the semester fee here. Academic Regulations:

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