Information Systems - Master of Science
Information Systems is a relatively young field that represents a cross-sectional discipline between business administration, computer science and technology. Together with users and programmers, Information Systems specialists develop information systems as a tool for solving problems in companies and organizations.
Information Systems is a relatively young field that represents a cross-sectional discipline between business administration, computer science and technology. Together with users and programmers, Information Systems specialists develop information systems as a tool for solving problems in companies and organizations.
The Master's degree in Information Systems is designed for four semesters, has a total of 120 credit points (CP) and leads to the degree of Master of Science (M.Sc.).
Comprehensive elective options allow students to focus on specific areas in order to create the ideal conditions for a career in practice or research and to satisfy their own personal interests. A total of five specializations are available in the compulsory elective area of Information Systems/ Computer Science, three of which are each worth 15 CP (expected to be valid from the start of winter semester 2024/25):
- Organization and Information Systems
- Corporate Accounting and Information Systems
- Information Management and Information Systems
- Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science - Computer Science
In addition to the two compulsory elective areas of Business Administration and Information Systems/ Computer Science, students complete a two-semester practical project in one of the Information Systems focus areas. As part of this project, students work in teams to develop solutions to complex problems - often in cooperation with well-known companies.
The job market prospects for Information Systems graduates are excellent. The fields of activity of Information Systems graduates include internal and external consulting functions, system analysis and design, project management, operational and institutional organizational development as well as (IT) strategic corporate development. They also have a wide range of consulting, planning and decision-making activities in the public and administrative sectors.
Exemplary study plan
Information Systems (120 CP)
| Sem1 | |||
| 1 | Compulsory elective area Information Systems/ Computer Science
| Compulsory elective area | |
| 2 | |||
| 3 | WI project4 20 CP | ||
| 4 | Master's thesis 20 CP | ||
1 The exemplary study plan shows the course of study for admission to the winter semester.
2 Inthe compulsory elective area of Information Systems/ Computer Science, three out of five specializations with 15 CP each must be selected and completed.
3 Selectedmodules from the field of Business Administration are available in the compulsory elective area of Business Administration and can be chosen according to previous knowledge and interests.
4 The WI project can be taken in one of four WI subject areas.
Color codes:
| Compulsory module | Compulsory elective area WI/INF | Compulsory elective area Business Administration | Master's thesis |
The access requirement is a Bachelor's degree in a suitable or closely related degree program with at least 180 Credit Points (CP).
In particular
- 10 CP in quantitative or qualitative research methods such as mathematics, statistics, econometrics or business research and
- 30 CP from the field of Information Systems and
- 30 CP from the field of computer science
must be proven.
Further information can be found in the admission regulations for the Master's degree program.
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.
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This degree program has been accredited by the German Accreditation Council.