Overview

The emphasis of this application-oriented Master’s degree programme in Scientific Computing at Heidelberg University is on the advanced mathematical branch of Scientific Computing. The programme provides students with in-depth expert knowledge and scientific methodology.

The degree programme is divided into the following sections:

Advanced mathematics

Advanced computer science

Specialisation

Application area, determined on the basis of the specialisation

Seminars

Cross-disciplinary skills

Master’s thesis

Occupational Areas

Graduates of degree programmes in Scientific Computing pursue careers in areas such as:

Software manufacturing or within other IT enterprises

Banking and insurance

Public administration

Universities and research institutes

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Differential geometry and computer algebra

Linear and non-linear optimisation methods

Parallel Computing

Scientific visualisation

Spatial databases

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00
Starting 2026-04-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-31 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Heidelberg, Germany

Disciplines

Computational Mathematics View 8 other Masters in Computational Mathematics in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for admission to a Master’s degree programme

Certificate of the undergraduate degree programme

Certificate of enrolment from the most-recently attended university.

Proof of previous achievements in the Master's degree programme

Students applying for a transfer or change of institution from a non-German university must also submit: a certificate of transferable grades from the relevant subject area

Statement of sufficient financing for completion of the course of study. This does not apply for applications from EU/EEA member states and applicants with a German university entrance qualification.

Uncertified copy of the applicant’s passport (page with name in Latin script). Applicants from EU/EEA member states may alternatively submit a copy of their personal identity card.

For applicants with certificates from Vietnam, the People's Republic of China and India: Original of the APS certificate from the relevant Academic Examination Body.

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Tuition Fee

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International

3000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1500 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.

EU/EEA- Fees and contributions: 151.05 € / Semester

Living costs for Heidelberg

922 - 1397 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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