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M.Sc. Business Information Systems

University of Gottingen Göttingen

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    Tuition
  • Winter and summer
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  • German
    Language
  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 Mar
    Next deadline

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About the programme

The University of Göttingen, established in 1737, is one of Germany's most prestigious and research-intensive institutions. Its Information Systems program is renowned for integrating theoretical foundations with practical applications, preparing students for the dynamic demands of the tech industry. The curriculum covers a broad spectrum, including data management, software engineering, and business process modeling. Faculty members are distinguished experts, contributing to cutting-edge research and fostering a collaborative learning environment. Graduates from this program are well-equipped to excel in various roles, from IT consultancy to system development and beyond.

Fields of study

Economics(Business & Economics)
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Business Information Systems at University of Gottingen

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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not mentioned

German language

German for application
C1
German for enrollment
C1
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German Langauge-

(Required Level: DSH-2 or TDN 4)

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.

Work experience
12 months
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yes

180/240

1 year

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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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 Business Information Systems, Business Administration, Economics, Computer Sciences, a degree in Natural Sciences or a comparable degree,

where standard period of study of the programme was at least 7 semesters or 210 ECTS (students with a standard period of study of 6 semesters and 180 ECTS can be admitted under certain conditions),

plus one year work experience after the degree in a relevant field of work.

German Langauge-

(Required Level: DSH-2 or TDN 4)

  • Foreign students must provide evidence of an equivalent qualification to the German university degree and
  • Possess a good knowledge of the German language, having reached medium-level proficiency at the time of application

Previous Education

  • A course of study at least six semesters long culminating in a bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree with at least 180 ECTS credits in the fields of economic sciences, business information systems, information systems, or in a different but closely related field.
  • Applicants must have completed at least 150 of the 180 ECTS credits at the time of application. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications that do not meet this requirement.

Language Requirements

  • German language skills, if German is not your native language

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Business Information Systems

Programme-specific documents

Online application form: This is a summary of your entries in the application form, which you received via email as a PDF document.

Proof of credits earned during your studies

Case 1: Your bachelor's degree at the time of application is not yet available

In this case, please send an official certificate from your university (such as a statement of courses or a transcript) of the courses you have taken (including ECTS points, which must total at least 150 ECTS) as well as your grade point average.

Note: To verify your eligibility for the master's programme, we must be able to confirm that you have completed sufficient courses in the areas of business administration, business information systems, and computer science. If your Bachelor's thesis is relevant (you must have also passed the thesis), you should also include this for consideration.

Courses completed abroad:

If your transcript is not in German or English, it must be translated to either German or English by an official translator that also notarizes the translation.

Case 2: You have completed a bachelor's programme and have the certificate to show it

Please submit your complete graduation certificate. If your graduation certificate do not include the course name and ECTS credits of your completed courses, please include a proof of all courses (modules) you took, such as diploma supplement or a transcript of records (see case 1). Please don't forget to also include information from your first semesters of study, which may not be included on your official certificate.

Note: To verify your eligibility for the master's programme, we must be able to confirm that you have completed sufficient courses in the areas of business administration, business information systems, and computer science. If your Bachelor's thesis is relevant (you must have also passed the thesis), you should also include this for consideration.

Courses completed abroad:

If your transcript is not in German or English, it must be translated to either German or English by an official translator that also notarizes the translation.

Verification of sufficient German language knowledge, if your native language is not German. Accepted forms of language verification:

Successfully completed German language bachelor’s degree

School leaving certificate from a German-speaking school that corresponds to a German higher education entrance qualification

DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang) – with an overall grade of at least DSH-2

TestDaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache) with at least TDN 4 on all tests

Examination part "German" of the assessment test at a preparatory college (Studienkolleg) – with a passing grade

DSD II (Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz) – Level II

Proficiency certification from the Goethe Institute – Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom C 2

telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule

Official course descriptions: Documents that outline the content and expectations of courses you completed for example excerpts from a course handbook) or a syllabus which can validate the relevance of your previous studies (see Admission requirements and selection process). Students of the University of Göttingen do not need these documents.

Note:

To verify your eligibility, we require a description of the content of the courses you have completed in business administration, business information systems, and computer science.

General note

Please do not include any evaluation letters from internships or letters of recommendations. They will not be considered.

Before submitting your application, please make sure that you have fully completed your application. Incomplete applications or those that are not submitted by the deadline cannot be considered and will be rejected.

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 Business Information Systems at University of Gottingen

Application procedure

Please send your complete application in due form to the Winfoline Educational Network, subject to the following application periods

Selection process

not mentioned

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

Business Information Systems

Chair of Application Systems and E-Business

"Bildungsnetzwerk Winfoline" (Education Network Winfoline)

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Service Centre for Students

Student Advisory Service

Platz der Göttinger Sieben 3

37073 Göttingen

Oeconomicum, 1st floor

Room 1.135

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

403.92 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,712 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

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