M.Sc. Embedded Systems Engineering

University of Freiburg (Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg) Freiburg im Breisgau

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  • Up to 1,500 EUR/sem
    Tuition
  • Winter and summer
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  • English
    Language
  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Dec
    Next deadline

Applications close on 15 Dec.

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Fields of study

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

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Embedded Systems Engineering at University of Freiburg (Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg)

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.9

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted
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Required

Not Required

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GMAT
Not required
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GATE result (only applicable for Indian students)

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

  • Bachelor's degree in mechatronics, information technology, electronics or electrical engineering, computer science or similar. Previous knowledge in mathematics, computer engineering, physics and electrical engineering
  • English language proficiency level C1 (to find out which language certificates are accepted, please go to Application / English language proficiency)

has obtained a first degree with an average grade of at least 2.9 from a German university in the Bachelor's program in Embedded Systems Engineering or in an equivalent program of at least three years at a German or foreign university

2. has either knowledge of the German language corresponding to at least level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, and knowledge of the English language corresponding to at least level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or knowledge of the English language corresponding to at least level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

(2) The applicant must provide evidence that they have earned at least 110 ECTS credits in the areas of fundamental mathematics, fundamental computer science, fundamental electrical engineering, fundamental microsystems engineering, and fundamental embedded systems within the framework of their first degree program (paragraph 1, sentence 1, no. 1). At least 26 ECTS credits must be earned in the area of ​​fundamental computer science, at least 20 ECTS credits each in the area of ​​mathematics, as well as in the areas of physics and electrical engineering, and at least 10 ECTS credits in the area of ​​microsystems engineering. The Admissions Committee shall decide on the granting of exceptions regarding the fulfillment of individual criteria specified in sentences 1 and 2. (3) If an applicant does not meet the requirements specified in paragraph 2, sentences 1 and 2,

the Admissions Committee may stipulate, as a condition, which modules or courses from the curriculum offered by the Faculty of Engineering or the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, totaling a maximum of 30 ECTS credits, must be additionally completed in the first and second semesters. The corresponding examinations must be completed by the end of the second semester; failed examinations may only be retaken once at the next possible examination date.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Embedded Systems Engineering

Programme-specific documents

Applications will be done electronically. These are the documents needed:

original undergraduate diploma or certified copy (bachelors or equivalent) - if already available,

original undergraduate transcript of records or certified copy, showing all courses and credits taken and all grades/marks obtained as well as the final/current overall average grade,

if applicable: letter or certificate issued by your university, stating one of the following: registration, submission or completion of your final thesis, or expected graduation date (see below),

your English proficiency test result (for details, see below),

your Curriculum Vitae or résumé,

APS certificate (only for applicants who have studied in China, India or Vietnam).

Please note: It is not possible to submit the APS certificate after the application deadline.

Optional documents that can be useful to submit:

letter of motivation

letter of recommendation

description of those subjects of your bachelor's degree that covered maths, computer science and electronics

GRE score (all three sections are important)

certificate about your class rank

certificate about the average grade of your class

University entrance exam result from your home country (if applicable)

GATE result (only applicable for Indian students)

Undergraduate diploma and transcript of records: If you have completed your studies, but not yet received the bachelors diploma, the transcript of records has to show the total number of credit points, final grade and the remark "degree conferred" or "degree awarded". If not, please submit an additional confirmation letter from the university stating the total number of credit points, the final grade and that the degree has been conferred.

If you have not yet completed your undergraduate studies, please submit a letter or certificate issued by your university, stating one of the following: registration, submission or completion of your final thesis, or expected graduation date.

English language proficiency:

The following English language certificates are accepted: Academic IELTS, including IELTS Online Academic (minimum 7.0), TOEFL, including TOEFL ibT home edition and TOEFL Essentials (minimum ibT score 95), Cambridge CAE or CPE, Pearson PTE Academic (minimum score 76), telc University, TOEIC, OOPT. Only native speakers from the USA, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada or students having completed their bachelor's degree in one of these countries are exempted from submitting a test score. A confirmation that the medium of instruction at your university was English is not sufficient.

Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Certificates issued in a language other than German or English must be accompanied with a translation by an authorized translator.

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

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Embedded Systems Engineering at University of Freiburg (Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg)

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

Free

Complexity

Medium

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Costs

Tuition

Up to 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

190 EUR

per semester

Application fee

Free

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,284 – 15,282 EUR

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

Additional fee information

Non-EU nationals

1500 € tuition fees

103 € to support the services offered by Studierendenwerk (SWFR)

80 € administrative fee

7 € to support the student council

Altogether 1690 € per semester to be paid to the university.

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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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