Computer Science

The Master of Science in Computer Science (Informatik) is open to both, graduates of the University of Freiburg and graduates from other institutions,  who have obtained a first degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) in computer science or in a closely related field (computer engineering, information technology, mathematics).
 

The Master programme in Computer Science has a very flexible curriculum. There are few mandatory subjects and a lot of electives. At the same time the programme focusses on the foundations needed to develop cutting-edge applications. 
First of all, students have to choose one or two key courses. Key courses are courses which introduce the students to the research areas represented at the Department of Computer Science and lay the basis for the specialisation area to be chosen. The following key courses are offered:

• Algorithm Theory (every winter term, always in English)
• Image Processing and Computer Graphics (every winter term, always in English)
• Databases and Information Systems (every winter term, always in German)
• Software Engineering (summer term 2016 in English, summer term 2017 in German)
• Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (summer term 2016 in English, summter term 2017 in German)
• Computer Architecture (summer term 2016 in German, summer term 2017 in English)

Please note that the language stated in parentheses only refers to the teaching language used during the lectures. All other course materials are available in English upon request every year. There will always be at least one English-speaking tutor. The exam will be available in English. English lecture recordings from the previous year are usually available.
After that, students can specialise in one of the following three specialisation areas:

• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Information Systems
• Cognitive Technical Systems

* Language certificates:

• The following English language certificates are accepted: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English, Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English.
• Only native speakers are exempted from submitting one of the above mentioned English language certificates. A confirmation that the medium of instruction at your university was English is not sufficient.
• The minimum IELTS score required is 7.0. The minimum TOEFL score required 95.
• IELTS and TOEFL scores should be sent by the testing centre to the University of Freiburg (institutional code 7125 for ETS; the address for IELTS is the same as for your application). Alternatively, you may send a certified hard copy.

The Faculty of Engineering offers performance-based partial scholarships of €2400 each year to the best 5 applicants.