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University of the Saarland
Saarbrücken
Computer Science
Subjects: Computer Science;Computing;Technology
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
Saarbrücken provides an excellent setting for Master's students aiming for successful, interdisciplinary, research-driven studies in informatics. The M.Sc. program includes teaching modules that cover both theoretical and practical informatics. These modules help students sharpen their abstract reasoning skills and deepen their mathematical and technical understanding. The program allows students to customize their coursework to match their personal interests. Additionally, block courses offered during recess periods enable students to complete their M.Sc. qualification more quickly. This flexibility ensures that students can pursue their studies at a pace that suits them best.
Program Information
| Study Location | Saarbrücken |
| Start Semester | Summer, Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 362 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | C1 |
| IELTS | 7 |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | 95 |
The teaching language of the master’s degree programme is English. All applicants from all countries must provide a proof of advanced proficiency in English (level C1 of the Common European Framework). The following certificates will be accepted: _ IELTS (academic test): min. 7.0 out of 9 _ TOEFL (internet based): min. 95 out of 120 _ TOEFL (paper based): min. 600 out of 677 _ Cambridge English Certificate: C1 Advanced (CAE) or C2 Proficiency (CPE) _ PTE Academic: min. 76
Qualification Requirements
In order to be admitted to the programme, students must have received a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a German or foreign university in informatics, computer science or a related field, or must provide proof of equivalent academic achievement, and must demonstrate advanced proficiency in English to complete the programme. Specifically, they must also provide the following information and/or documents: Proof of sufficient merit in their academic achievements in school and higher education A letter of motivation or personal statement documenting the student's particular interest in the M.Sc. programme Two relevant academic references Details about relevant work/study periods abroad and relevant work experience or internships
Document Requirements
Personal statement of interest and letters of recommendation Curriculum vitae (CV) Certificates attesting to the fulfillment of the language requirements Aditionally, you have to upload the following documents as a single PDF document: School-leaving certificate giving you the right of entry to higher education in your home country with individual grades Bachelor's degree (If you are not finished with your bachelor's degree yet, you should upload preliminary documents instead) Transcript of academic records
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
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