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Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau

About the Program

The Master's program in Social Informatics (Sozioinformatik) provides competencies in the specification and empirical assessment of software systems, as well as in the implementation of software development projects with special consideration of the social context. The focus is on imparting and applying in-depth knowledge in sub-areas of computer science, economics, and social sciences. The computer science education concentrates on software engineering and intelligent systems, while the social science education focuses on philosophy and psychology. In economics, the focus is on business administration, e-business, and startup management. Students can set an individual focus in one of the areas of computer science, economics, or social sciences. The program consists of three semesters of lectures from these three areas, with a research project to be completed in the second or third semester. The study concludes with a master's thesis that covers the entire fourth semester. Due to the international orientation of the IT industry and research, the department recommends spending a semester abroad.
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The Master's program in Social Informatics (Sozioinformatik) provides competencies in the specification and empirical assessment of software systems, as well as in the implementation of software development projects with special consideration of the social context. The focus is on imparting and applying in-depth knowledge in sub-areas of computer science, economics, and social sciences. The computer science education concentrates on software engineering and intelligent systems, while the social science education focuses on philosophy and psychology. In economics, the focus is on business administration, e-business, and startup management. Students can set an individual focus in one of the areas of computer science, economics, or social sciences. The program consists of three semesters of lectures from these three areas, with a research project to be completed in the second or third semester. The study concludes with a master's thesis that covers the entire fourth semester. Due to the international orientation of the IT industry and research, the department recommends spending a semester abroad.

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

Social Informatics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Sozioinformatik at Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau

Is Sozioinformatik at Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau 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 Sozioinformatik 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 Sozioinformatik at Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau?

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 Sozioinformatik?

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 Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau — 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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