Overview

Research in View

The general aim of the Computer Science programme of the University of Bayreuth is to provide a research-oriented programme of study. On the basis of a broad understanding of the subject area with select areas of emphasis, creative and constructive abilities to produce and develop hardware and software systems are nurtured and honed. In addition, the students’ basic research and applied research skills in the field of computer science are developed and enhanced.

Career Prospects

Building on one’s initial career-qualifying degree, this master’s programme provides knowledge and competencies that enable graduates to pursue doctoral research – e.g. in a doctoral programme – or to engage in complex industrial or freelance activities in the areas of research, development, implementation, distribution, or maintenance. Typical areas of activity for computer scientists with a master’s degree are the development of new methods and systems for information processing (e.g. for manufacturing corporations, software companies, and research institutions), the introduction of automated information processing systems in companies or administrative departments, activities relating to operations, in addition to product maintenance and distribution in the computer industry. Computer scientists are also qualified to work at a range of academic institutes, including research and teaching activities at universities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theoretical computer science

Parallel and distributed systems

Embedded systems

Computer graphics

Algorithms and data structures

Robotics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Robotics Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 42 other Masters in Software Engineering 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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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

A degree with an examination grade of “good” (2.5) or better in the bachelor's programme Computer Science at the University of Bayreuth or in the bachelor's programme Applied Computer Science at the University of Bayreuth or an equivalent degree

Equivalency of the completed bachelor's degree is the responsibility of the board of examiners and is not determined conclusively until the application process is under way; for this reason, no information can be provided in advance

IELTS Academic with at least a score of 6,5 or TOEFL with at least a score of 88 or an equivalent certificate

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Tuition Fee

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International

326 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 163 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

326 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 163 EUR per semester during 24 months.

This is a semester fee which is composed of the contribution towards the student services and the semester ticket for public transportation.

Living costs for Bayreuth

630 - 1000 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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