Computer science

We place great importance on you taking ownership of your studies. Each semester, you can choose from several courses based on your interests and thus shape YOUR own studies!

By structuring the courses into Elective pools, we simultaneously offer you the security of a solid education:

Elective pool:

Software Engineering: In addition to deepening your skills in areas such as software architecture and testing, you will also learn about their applications in the field of web engineering and mobile systems.

Practical Computer Science: This pool addresses complex practical issues such as cloud computing, distributed systems, data analysis, pattern recognition, machine learning, and much more.

Theoretical computer science: In addition to practical application, we also place emphasis on theoretical foundations in the Master's program, such as complexity, computability, logic, and cryptology.

Interdisciplinary skills: As a future team leader and supervisor, you will need to possess not only technical but also interdisciplinary qualifications. Here you will acquire skills in areas such as leadership, labor law, conflict management, and negotiation and mediation techniques.

Economics: For professional practice, knowledge of economics is essential for computer scientists as well. Here you will learn best practices from consulting, marketing, human resources management, and advanced project management.

Free ElectivePool: Our lecturers offer a large number of courses and practicals each semester on current topics such as microservices, deep learning, robotics, and much more.

Furthermore, you have the opportunity to design your own events and seminars during the project week. What have you always wanted to learn, know, or see? What topics do you think should be covered? You can put this into practice in self-organized and self-designed seminars. This way, you decide what you learn, not the curriculum.

Mentoring concept

Throughout your Master's studies, you will be supported by our mentoring program. At the beginning of your studies, you will select a mentor from the faculty in your Department who will guide you through the four semesters. They will support you in planning your studies individually, taking your prior knowledge into account.

The following is a list of the courses offered in the degree program. The numbers indicate the number of hours per week or the credit points you will receive for successful completion of the course.

Please refer to the module handbook for the detailed study program.

While a bachelor's degree in computer science already offers excellent career prospects, these are even better with a successful master's degree. As a computer scientist with a master's degree, you are able to not only develop software but also take on a leadership position in a company or department and manage projects.

degree

Master (M.Sc.)

Standard period of study

4 semesters

Accreditation

ASIIN Düsseldorf

Study options

Full-time studies

Main language of instruction

German

Study location

Giessen

Cost

Semester fee

Requirements

You need a completed university degree (Bachelor's, Diploma) in Computer Science or a related field with sufficient computer science knowledge. Your completed degree must have a final grade of at least "good" (2.5 or better) to be admitted to the Master's program.

If your Bachelor's or Diploma degree certificate is not yet available by the end of the enrollment period, proof of graduation can be provided by a certificate from your current university. The certificate/diploma can be submitted during the first semester. Your Bachelor's or Diploma degree certificate does not need to be available by the application deadline, but only upon enrollment.

If you have any questions about the admission requirements or the application process, please contact the program coordinator.

Start of studies

Winter and summer semesters

Application period

June 1 to September 1 (winter semester)
December 1 to March 1 (summer semester)

Application period for international students

Applications are accepted via uni-assist from April 1st to July 15th (winter semester) and from October 1st to January 15th (summer semester)
Further information for international applicants is available from the International Office.

Application

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