Computer Science - Master of Science

Building on the first professionally qualifying degree, the Master's degree program provides students with in-depth specialist knowledge and enables them to apply scientific methods and findings to difficult and complex computer science problems, both in practice and in research. The Master's degree programme in Computer Science allows students to specialize individually with its very wide range of electives. The course content is both research-oriented and has a strong practical focus and is oriented towards the research priorities of the Institute of Computer Science.

Facts

Standard period of study:
4 semesters
Language of instruction:
German, partly English
Admission:
Admission-free
Start of studies:
Winter semester and summer semester
Degree:
Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Building on the first professionally qualifying degree, the Master's degree program provides students with in-depth specialist knowledge and enables them to apply scientific methods and findings to difficult and complex computer science problems, both in practice and in research.

The Master's degree programme in Computer Science allows students to specialize individually with its very wide range of electives. The course content is both research-oriented and has a strong practical focus and is geared towards the research priorities of the Institute of Computer Science.

The Master's course offers a two-semester research and development project in project groups of eight to ten students. In this project, students not only work intensively on and integrate the relevant computer science content, but also deepen the social skills that are essential in computer science (e.g. cooperation in project teams). The supervision ratio at Osnabrück Computer Science is very good and contact with the teaching staff is therefore very close. The opportunities to work on research topics as part of projects, theses or assistantships are correspondingly high.

Possible fields of activity for graduates are in the information and communication sector, management consultancies, public authorities and public services, banks, insurance companies as well as science and teaching. The professional field of information technology can be described as constantly growing and comparatively crisis-proof.

A Doctorate in Computer Science, e.g. at Osnabrück University, is possible following a qualified Master's degree.

Regulations

Every degree has sets of regulations which govern access, admissions, examinations and the structure of the program. More concrete information on the structure of the program is provided here:

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree in Computer Science or in a subject with equivalent content is required for the specialist Master's degree. Proof of English language skills must also be provided. Further information on the access requirements can be found in the  admission regulations.

Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of  German Language Proficiency.

This program is not subject to admission restrictions.

All information pertaining to the application process may be found at  Application, Admission and Enrollment.

German and international applicants with German certification can find all information about the application and the application deadline for the desired semester under  Master's degree programs (single subject).

Please note: different application conditions and deadlines may apply for  Applicants with Non-German Certification!

The examination regulations do not prescribe an obligatory period of study abroad. However, a number of  Options for Studying Abroad are available to you within a range of exchange programs. The  International Office will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Studying at Osnabrück University means you will be subject to semester fees. Depending on how much of your study credit (standard period of study plus tolerance semester) you have used up, you may also have to pay long-term study fees. Additional information on this topic may be found at  How Much does Studying Cost?

Our  Central Study Counseling Service will be happy to provide you with all the information you need about studying, admission requirements and the structure of your chosen program.

Each department’s  Departmental Study Counselling Service will answer any questions you might have about the content of individual programs.

This degree program has been accredited by the   German Accreditation Council.