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Electrical Engineering and Information Technology - International Master of Science

Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (HS Darmstadt) Darmstadt

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 Mar
    Next deadline

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About the programme

Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (HS Darmstadt) is a renowned institution known for its strong focus on practical and applied learning. The university offers a diverse range of programs, including the International Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering and information technology, with a particular emphasis on international perspectives and industry-relevant skills. Students can expect to gain hands-on experience through practical projects and internships, as well as access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry partnerships. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in a variety of fields, including telecommunications, automation, and renewable energy.

Specialization

Specializations: Automation Communications Embedded Systems and Microelectronics Power Engineering

Fields of study

Electrical Engineering(Engineering)
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
Modeonline
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology - International Master of Science at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (HS Darmstadt)

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
Reading
6
Writing
6
Listening
6
Speaking
6
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Applicants are required to qualify in one of the following valid tests of English as a foreign language:

TOEFL internet based score 88 or better

IELTS (academic or general) minimum band score 6,5 or better

Language of tuition is not accepted.

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German language

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Professional working experience as well as German language skills are recommended and valued, but not mandatory.

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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We expect an excellent bachelor in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology or comparable

Relevant working experience

Professional working experience as well as German language skills are recommeded and valued, but not mandatory.

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

  • A bachelor degree in electrical engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 180 ECTS.
  • The recognition of the degree / university by the Central Office for Foreign Education Systems (Anabin database).
  • An English language certificate.

We do not have a mandatory GPA, as marks alone are hard to compare. Instead, all students will be assessed by our admission board individually. We will check your application in detail and we will scrutinize specifically on your background in Electrical Engineering. There we look at specific sub-fields with special relevance to our master and the major you have chosen.

Working experience as well as relevant trainings are considered beneficial. There is no explicit German language requirement for getting admission. However, German knowledge is considered advantageous for the application. And we will evaluate your motivation, explained in your motivation letter.

Applicants are required to qualify in one of the following valid tests of English as a foreign language:

  • TOEFL internet based score 88 or better
  • IELTS (academic or general) minimum overall band score 6,5 or better
  • (with no individual test below 6 points)

Language of tuition is not accepted.

The TOEFL certificate may also be sent electronically from the TOEFL institute to the Hochschule Darmstadt. Our TOEFL Institutional Code is 4776, our department code is Electrical Engineering 66.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Electrical Engineering and Information Technology - International Master of Science

Programme-specific documents

The following documents (English or German) are required for the online application:

An up to date and complete CV following the Europass standard

A copy of your passport

Two letters of recommendation from a professor or employer

Your degree certificate

Your language certificate (English mandatory, German optional)

Secondary school certificate

Statement of intent / Motivation letter

Transcripts of records

In case you do not yet own a final certificate, a provisional certificate can be provided in the meantime. If you have not finished yet your bachelor degree, you should provide an official letter from your university stating when you will finish your bachelor degree.

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology - International Master of Science at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (HS Darmstadt)

Application procedure

Selection process

Usually we will answer within 1 or 2 days. In times of many requests coming in, this may take up to 1 week. Please be patient and don't send us your request again. Our email system has an efficient spam filter .

Application quick facts

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Direct to university

Mode

online

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Address

Send documents to the following address, if you accepted by the university

MSE Course Director Fachbereich EIT

Hochschule Darmstadt

Birkenweg 8

D-64295 Darmstadt

Germany

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

270 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,444 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

The only regular costs are the so-called semester fees (around 270€ per semester), which cover local public transportation ticket, the university sports program and cultural programs.

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

13%

10 accepted out of 77 total applications

Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

1.85

Avg. accepted grade

German scale

1.56

Best admitted grade

German scale

2.35

Avg. rejected grade

German scale

Based on 77 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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