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M.Sc. Computer Science

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) Bochum

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About the programme

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is a renowned institution in Germany, known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation. The Computer Science department at RUB offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers a wide range of topics, from theoretical foundations to practical applications. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and have opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects. The university fosters a collaborative environment, encouraging interdisciplinary work and partnerships with industry leaders. Graduates from RUB's Computer Science program are well-equipped to tackle the challenges of the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Fields of study

Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Computer Science at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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Proof of English language skills at the level of at least C1 CEFR

IELTS Academic (7.0 total score or higher)

TOEFL iBT (100 score or higher)

Upon request, the Examination Committee may allow other proof of English language proficiency in individual cases.

CAE C1 Advanced B (193 points or higher),

CAE C2 Proficiency C (200 points or higher),

for applicants with a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field from universities separately determined by the examination board, if the language of instruction was English or your studies were bilingual and one of the languages of instruction was English.

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
180

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

MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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If a degree has not yet been obtained at the time of application, an application can be made if at least 120 credit points have been earned in the bachelor’s program according to the study plan for the application in a six-semester bachelor’s program and at least 150 credit points in a seven-semester bachelor’s program.

In that case, instead of the transcript, a certificate issued by the university showing all examination achievements up to that point and showing an average grade must be submitted.

180

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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A short letter of motivation (max. 2 pages) outlining the reasons for the application.

The areas of computer science that are of particular interest should be emphasized,

as well as any existing knowledge in these areas.


yes


yes

APS verification

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

Prerequisites

at least 6 semesters with a total of 180 CP with at least 50 CP from the following areas of the fundamentals of computer science, whereby the contents must be equivalent to the respective modules of the B.Sc. Computer Science at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum:

Computer Science 1, 12 ECTS

Computer Science 2, 8 ECTS

Computer Science 3, 8 ECTS

Software Engineering, 5 ECTS

The completed Bachelor’s degree must have at least 18 CP from the field of fundamentals of mathematics

Computer Engineering 1, 5 ECTS

Computer Networks, 5 ECTS

Operating Systems, 5 ECTS

Database Systems, 7 ECTS

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Computer Science

Programme-specific documents

Proof of English language skills at the level of at least C1 CEFR

Certificate and official transcript of records with stated average grade of the completed bachelor’s degree program as well as corresponding module descriptions (syllabus) in English or German.

The institutional e-mail addresses of two university teachers who can be contacted for a letter of recommendation.

An optional sample of the student’s own academic work can be submitted with the application such as a published or not yet submitted research paper, the bachelor’s thesis or a draft thereof, a written seminar paper, or a project report. Non-submission may, under certain circumstances, have a negative impact on the examination of special eligibility.

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 Computer Science at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)

Application procedure

You apply for a place on this master’s program by the deadline via our „CS Graduate Applications“ portal (https://apply.cs.rub.de/ (opens in a new tab)). After you have created your account there, you enter personal data and information about your education and upload the required documents. The application takes place electronically.

Selection process

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Application quick facts

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Direct to university

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

Complexity

Medium

Address

Faculty of Computer Science

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Universitätsstraße 150

D-44801 Bochum

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

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Admission outcomes

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

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 1 total applications

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

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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