Shape your future at the University of Siegen
In our master's degree program in computer science, you'll dive in-depth into the core topics the field, learning how to (further) develop and effectively apply methods and procedures to solve complex computational problems. Soft skills such as communication and teamwork skills also play an important role. The research-oriented degree course prepares you to take on scientific work in research and development or a position of responsibility in software and hardware development projects.
Upon enrollment, you also choose your area of specialization: Embedded Systems (English), Visual Computing (English), Complex and Intelligent Software Systems (German/English), or Medical Informatics (German/English).
Quick Facts
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Start of studies
Winter or summer semester -
Standard period of study
4 semesters -
Admission restricted
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Language of instruction
English and German
Career prospects
A degree in computer science opens doors to a wide variety of career paths across multiple industries. In addition, the logical and analytical skills developed by computer scientists are highly valued beyond traditional technology roles, making them some of the most sought-after and well-compensated professionals globally. The Siegen-Wittgenstein region is home to numerous innovative local companies, offering excellent opportunities for exciting careers right near the university.
Student Voices: Insights into the Computer Science program
I'm so glad I decided to study computer science at the University of Siegen!
I felt very much at home starting from the first semester and was able to focus on exactly the topics I was most interested in by choosing my specialization, "Visual Computing," which involves processing digital images using artificial intelligence methods. In some of my advanced courses, there were fewer than 10 students, which meant that the professors knew all the students personally by name. This enabled me - through the help of a professor with one of their colleagues in the USA - to write my final thesis at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). That research experience then helped me go on to a doctorate!
Successful completion of the bachelor's degree in computer science at the University of Siegen with a concentration corresponding to the desired field of specialization, or an equivalent degree. The responsible examination board will decide on whether the content of the prior degree is a suitable match for this program.
The current (departmental) examination regulations always apply.
Proof of German or English language proficiency
Departmental Examination Regulations/Degree Plans/Module Handbooks/Internship Regulations
Departmental Examination Regulations (known in German as Fachprüfungsordnungen, or FPOs) define the basic structures of a degree program (including admission requirements and curriculum). Students are automatically subject to the current version of an FPO when they enroll for their first semester. Even if a new FPO is issued during your studies, you will still be subject to the rules of the original version according to which you enrolled (presuming the FPO has not otherwise been revoked).
Each degree plan represents the recommended ideal course of study for a given subject and is a constituent part of any FPO.
Supplementary regulations and detailed information for each module (such as requirements for taking a written examination and the content of the modules/events) can be found in the module handbooks.
The internship regulations define the conditions under which the compulsory or optional internships must be completed.
Before the start of the lecture period, we recommend that you review the degree plan for your degree program so that you know which modules are planned for the start of your studies.
