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M.Sc. Software Technology

Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences Stuttgart

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
    Tuition
  • Winter and summer
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  • English
    Language
  • 2 May
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About the programme

Software Technology is a Master of Science at HFT Stuttgart (Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences) for graduates of computer science or a related subject who want to deepen their skills in developing and applying software. It teaches current methods, technologies and standards of software engineering for complex software systems. The internationally oriented programme is closely tied to industry, with companies actively involved, and you work with modern technologies in software engineering, information management, artificial intelligence and e-commerce. All classes are taught in English. It takes 3 semesters full time; a 5-semester part-time option is open only to EU citizens because of visa rules. It suits graduates in computer science or a related field with programming skills.

Fields of study

Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

ChannelDirect to university
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Requirements

What you need to apply for Software Technology at Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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The official TOEFL report can be sent directly through Educational Testing Service (institution code: 8514)

or if it is not possible a TOEFL test, we also accept an IELTS test with band 6.5 or better.

A TOEFL or IELTS certificate is mandatory for all applicants with the exception of native English speakers.

Academic requirements

MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted

Tests and documents

Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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One-page CV in tabular form in English.

"Statement of Goals and Objectives" of approximately 500 words describing the work to date, the goals and reasons for applying for the course, as well as his/her future career plans

one-page curriculum vitae in tabular form in English.

2 letters of recommendation

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

  • recognition certificate from University of Konstanz is required

Applicants for the Master's program must have an above-average degree in computer science or a computer science-related subject of at least three years' duration.

The course must include the following (or equivalent) modules:

  • Database Systems
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Distributed Systems
  • Object-oriented programming
  • Software Engineering
  • Software Project Management

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Proof of English language skills through TOEFL or IELTS test

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Software Technology

Programme-specific documents

Application documents

Please note: The application process for the upcoming semester will be conducted electronically. Old application documents are no longer valid . To apply via the electronic application portal, you will need digital copies of the following documents:

One-page, tabular CV in English.

"Statement of Goals and Objectives" of approximately 500 words, which describes the applicant's previous work, as well as his/her goals and reasons for applying for the program, as well as his/her future career plans

TOEFL scores of 563 or higher (paper test), 223 (computer test), and 85 (online internet test).

The official TOEFL report can be sent directly through the Educational Testing Service (institution code: 8514).

If you are unable to take a TOEFL test, we also accept an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher.

A TOEFL or IELTS score is required for all applicants except native English speakers.

Secondary school leaving certificate.

Certificate of academic degree awarded in the first degree course

Final certificate of the first degree with a complete list of all subjects studied and their assessment

2 letters of recommendation

Students from India send an APS certificate, if available.

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

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Apostille and notarization

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How to apply

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Application procedure

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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

1,500 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Stefanie Schenk

Schellingstrasse 24

D – 70174 Stuttgart

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

1,500 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 – 14,902 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

Additional fee information

The registration fee is EUR 212.00 for the first semester and EUR 201.00 for each additional semester (as of January 2022).

Attention: The Baden-Württemberg state government introduced tuition fees of EUR 1,500 per semester for international students from non-EU countries from the 2017/18 winter semester.

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Admission outcomes

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

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 14 total applications

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

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 14 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 14 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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