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Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg
Master German Computer Science

InformatikInformatics

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The two-year Master's program leads to the second professional degree with the degree "Master of Science" (M.Sc.). Building on the solid knowledge and skills acquired in the Bachelor's degree, the Master's program aims to enable scientific work, critical classification of knowledge, and significant contributions to research and development. Students are prepared for demanding fields of activity in computer science. Special emphasis is placed on the ability to familiarize oneself with questions in new application areas and on the systematic analysis, formal modeling, and validation of information processing processes. This orientation towards scientific methods optimally prepares students for the requirements of a constantly changing professional world.
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The two-year Master's program leads to the second professional degree with the degree "Master of Science" (M.Sc.). Building on the solid knowledge and skills acquired in the Bachelor's degree, the Master's program aims to enable scientific work, critical classification of knowledge, and significant contributions to research and development. Students are prepared for demanding fields of activity in computer science. Special emphasis is placed on the ability to familiarize oneself with questions in new application areas and on the systematic analysis, formal modeling, and validation of information processing processes. This orientation towards scientific methods optimally prepares students for the requirements of a constantly changing professional world.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Computer Science

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Informatik at Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg

Is Informatik at Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Informatik programme cost?

374 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Informatik at Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Informatik?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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