
M.Sc. Research in Computer & Systems Engineering (RCSE)
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- 15 NovNext deadline
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About the programme
The Master of Science in Research in Computer and Systems Engineering (RCSE) at Ilmenau University of Technology is a four-semester, research-oriented programme worth 120 credit points, with a start on 1 April or 1 October. Its aim is to train students for academic and industrial research in this field, which calls for a solid grounding in computer science, automation engineering and other engineering disciplines as areas of application. The programme therefore builds both methodological skills and the ability to carry out independent research. It is a non-consecutive master's that builds on a bachelor's in computer science, computer engineering or a related field. Because it prepares students for research careers in international labs and companies, it is offered only in English.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Research in Computer & Systems Engineering (RCSE) at Ilmenau University of Technology (TU Ilmenau)
English language
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Applicants must provide proof of their proficiency in English at level C1 with one of the following certificates:
TOEFL IBT 95
TOEIC 945
IELTS 7
CEFR C1
CAE
APIEL 3
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
First university degree (e.g. Bachelor) in a similar field.
Fulfillment of the language requirements for participation in the course of study (the language of instruction and examination in the course of study is English).
You need to reach 70 points to the Special entry requirements (opens in a new tab) to fulfill.
You will receive:
Depending on the first university degree (e.g. Bachelor) 40, 20 or 0 points
- 40 points in relevant courses of study, e.g. B. Informatics, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Technology,
- 20 points in closely related courses of study or study, for example electrical engineering, automation technology,
- 0 points in non-micriked or related courses of study or study.
For the final grade of the degree programme 30, 20 or 0 points
- 30 points for a very good closing note,
- 20 points for a good closing note,
- 0 points for a closing note that is not very good or good.
For the grades “good” or “very good” in the following course-relevant subjects or Subject groups are evaluated with 5 points each (maximum 15 points can be reached here):
- Software technology,
- databases,
- Operating systems,
- communication networks,
- Theoretical Computer Science,
- Automation.
In addition, the completion of a bachelor's thesis or an equivalent work rated with “good” or “very good” or a proven qualified professional experience of at least one year is assessed with 5 points.
A maximum of 90 points would be achieved
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Research in Computer & Systems Engineering (RCSE)
Programme-specific documents
https://www.tu-ilmenau.de/international/ds/master/bewerbung/ (opens in a new tab)
1. High school diploma (Secondary school certificate, A-levels, Matura (Higher) Secondary School Certificate ....)
2. Listing of all previous academic achievements at other universities
3. Bachelor's Degree
4. Certificate of German language skills
5. if you would like to study a master in English with us: TOEFL or IELTS test result
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Research in Computer & Systems Engineering (RCSE) at Ilmenau University of Technology (TU Ilmenau)
Application procedure
https://apply.tu-ilmenau.de/scripts/mgrqispi.dll?APPNAME=... (opens in a new tab),-N000298,-Awillkommen
Create a new account once.
Immediately afterwards (after 5 minutes) you will receive the access data for your account via e-mail.
After receiving your access data you log on to the applicant portal.
Define your aspired degree, the current enrollment status and your applicant group and save this information by clicking the "Save" button.
Browse through the university's study offer by clicking on the button "Search in Study Program".
Choose your degree program and click on the "Apply" button.
Fill out the application form and upload documents.
Send your application by button "Submit" electronically to the university.
Please note that an application started within a certain application period - status Open - can only be sent within this application period.
Afterwards and with every processing progress of your application, you will receive an e-mail.
Depending on the progress of the application process, the Student Secretariat / International Admissions Office will provide you with PDF documents in your mailbox, which you can retrieve after logging into the portal under the button "My Documents".
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Application fee
75 EUR
Complexity
LowAddress
Silke Eberhardt-Schmidt, Postfach 10 05 65, 98684 Ilmenau
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
150 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,204 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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Acceptance rate
65%
41 accepted out of 63 total applications
Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
Based on 63 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
Based on 63 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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