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Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
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Information and Communication Engineering

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About the Program

This Master’s degree programme in Information and Communication Technology links up key subdisciplines from electrical engineering, communications engineering and information engineering, and pinpoints and illuminates exciting research questions at their points of intersection. Modules: Embedded Signal Processing Smart Sensor Systems Elective courses (e.g. wireless systems, distributed systems and applications, communication networks, radio frequency systems, security, safety of critical systems, machine learning and neural networks, System-on-Chip) General elective modules  Sustainable research projects Master's thesis and colloquium The degree programme places an emphasis on real-world application and features a number of advantages for you as a student: A quarter of the time across almost all taught modules is reserved for lab exercises. Students undertake two required projects tackling issues analogous to those found in real-life industrial settings. Projects and labs make use of up-to-the-minute measurement technology and software in widespread use in industrial environments. Students complete their Master's theses on topics related to real R&D projects in the faculty.
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This Master’s degree programme in Information and Communication Technology links up key subdisciplines from electrical engineering, communications engineering and information engineering, and pinpoints and illuminates exciting research questions at their points of intersection. Modules: Embedded Signal Processing Smart Sensor Systems Elective courses (e.g. wireless systems, distributed systems and applications, communication networks, radio frequency systems, security, safety of critical systems, machine learning and neural networks, System-on-Chip) General elective modules  Sustainable research projects Master's thesis and colloquium The degree programme places an emphasis on real-world application and features a number of advantages for you as a student: A quarter of the time across almost all taught modules is reserved for lab exercises. Students undertake two required projects tackling issues analogous to those found in real-life industrial settings. Projects and labs make use of up-to-the-minute measurement technology and software in widespread use in industrial environments. Students complete their Master's theses on topics related to real R&D projects in the faculty.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Information and Communication Engineering at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences

Is Information and Communication Engineering at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Information and Communication Engineering programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Information and Communication Engineering at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 Information and Communication Engineering?

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 Hamburg University of Applied Sciences — 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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