Bachelor
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International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST)International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing
Bachelor
About the Program
The International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST) is a graduate programme jointly run by the Max Planck Institute for Software Systems (MPI-SWS), Max Planck Institute for Informatics (MPI-INF), the Computer Science Department at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau, and the Computer Science Department at Saarland University. Numerous research topics spanning all of Computer Science are available. Applicants are encouraged to look at covered topics at https://www.cis.mpg.de/.
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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
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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How do I apply to International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST) at Max Planck Institute for Software Systems?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST) at Max Planck Institute for Software Systems
Is International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST) at Max Planck Institute for Software Systems taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor 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 International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST) 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 International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST) at Max Planck Institute for Software Systems? ▼
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 International Max Planck Research School on Trustworthy Computing (IMPRS-TRUST)? ▼
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 Max Planck Institute for Software Systems — 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.