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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Master English Computer Science

Information and Communications Engineering

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

This Master's degree course in Information and Communication Technology links up key subdisciplines from electrical engineering, electronics, information engineering and IT, and pinpoints and illuminates exciting research questions at their points of intersection. The program places a firm emphasis on real-world application with approximately 40% of teaching time devoted to team projects and lab practicals. The degree course takes an in-depth look at various aspects of information and communications technology, including communications networks, mobile communications, digital signal processing, high-frequency and microwave technology, and distributed applications such as smart homes and smart grids. The third and final semester is dedicated to the Master's project, which centers around a task usually set from within the department and related to R&D projects in progress there.

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

English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.

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

Information and Communications Engineering

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Information and Communications Engineering at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

Is Information and Communications Engineering at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg 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 Communications 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 Communications Engineering at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg? ▼

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 Communications Engineering? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg — 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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