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Technische Universität München
PhD English Computer Science

Information Engineering

Doctorate

Technische Universität München Munich · Bavaria Location: Heilbronn

About the Program

New digital technologies provide companies with ever-greater possibilities for gathering, linking and evaluating information. To take advantage of novel technologies, like intelligent products, companies need skilled professionals for the design and implementation of linked, end-to-end IT systems. Information engineering considers the entire chain from the sensor to the IT system through to the business model, making it an essential field of expertise for the digital transformation. The end-to-end design of a cyber-physical business system to solve complex socio-technical problems requires the integration of expertise from the fields of sensor technology, information systems and business models, which come from different disciplines. The aim of the four-semester Master's degree course in Information Engineering is to prepare students for the role of the innovation-driven, research-qualified information engineer who can design cyber-physical business systems from the sensor to the IT system to the business model. The Master's degree in Information Engineering builds on and deepens the skills acquired in the Bachelor's degree in Information Engineering (or Informatics/Industrial Engineering). The degree qualifies students for further academic education in the context of a doctorate (research qualification).
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New digital technologies provide companies with ever-greater possibilities for gathering, linking and evaluating information. To take advantage of novel technologies, like intelligent products, companies need skilled professionals for the design and implementation of linked, end-to-end IT systems. Information engineering considers the entire chain from the sensor to the IT system through to the business model, making it an essential field of expertise for the digital transformation. The end-to-end design of a cyber-physical business system to solve complex socio-technical problems requires the integration of expertise from the fields of sensor technology, information systems and business models, which come from different disciplines. The aim of the four-semester Master's degree course in Information Engineering is to prepare students for the role of the innovation-driven, research-qualified information engineer who can design cyber-physical business systems from the sensor to the IT system to the business model. The Master's degree in Information Engineering builds on and deepens the skills acquired in the Bachelor's degree in Information Engineering (or Informatics/Industrial Engineering). The degree qualifies students for further academic education in the context of a doctorate (research qualification).

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How do I apply to Information Engineering at Technische Universität München?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Information Engineering at Technische Universität München

Is Information Engineering at Technische Universität München taught in German or English? ▼

This PhD 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 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 Engineering at Technische Universität München? ▼

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 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 Technische Universität München — 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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