Master
Computer science
Short info about the course of study
| Restricted admission | Standard period of study | Start of studies |
| no | 4 semesters | Summer and winter semester |
Authorisation procedure
The program is admission-free, but an application is required.
Application deadline
15.05. – 15.09.
completion
Master of Science
Further information about the degree programme
Language of instruction
English and German
The course of study
In the Master's programme in Computer Science, you will deepen core topics in computer science and learn how to (further) develop methods and procedures for solving problems in computer science and how to apply them appropriately. The teaching of soft skills, e.g. communication and teamwork skills, also plays an important role. The research-oriented degree program prepares you to take on scientific work in research and development or a responsible management position in software and hardware development projects.
When enrolling, you choose a field of computer science in which a specialization takes place. You can choose from: Embedded Systems (English), Visual Computing (English), Complex and Intelligent Software Systems (German/English) and Medical Informatics (German/English).
5 Reasons to Study Computer Science in Siegen
✓ research-related due to large proportion of projects
✓ comprehensive and wide range of subjects
✓ individual support and small pit sizes
✓ interdisciplinary and networked
✓ international through possible semester abroad
Career prospects
A computer science degree offers a variety of career opportunities in different fields. However, the logical-analytical skills of computer scientists are also highly valued far beyond classical areas, so that computer scientists are among the highest-paid specialists worldwide. Locally, there are many hidden champions in Siegen-Wittgenstein and thus a high potential for exciting jobs in close proximity to the university.
This is what Hannah Dröge says about her course of study:
“My decision to study computer science at the University of Siegen was great!”
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I felt comfortable from the first semester and, by choosing my specialisation ‘Visual Computing’, I was able to deal with exactly the topics that interested me most – in my case, the processing of digital images using artificial intelligence methods. In my further courses, we were partly under 10 students, whereby the professors knew all students personally/namely. This has enabled me to write my thesis at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) through the contact of a professor with a colleague in the USA and then to do my doctorate thanks to the research experience gained there!
Admission requirements
Successful completion of the Bachelor's program in Computer Science at the University of Siegen with a focus corresponding to the desired specialization or equivalent first professional qualification. The relevant audit committee decides on the content of the financial statements.
The current (specialist) examination regulations always apply.
Proven knowledge of German or English
Study organisation
Examination regulations/course plans/module manuals/internship regulations
(Professional) examination regulations (FPOs) define the basic structures of a course of study (e.g. admission requirements and content to be studied). For students, the current version of an FPO automatically applies when enrolling in the first semester. This means that even in the case of changes to the FPO during the course of studies, the original version according to which one has enrolled is valid (provided that this FPO does not expire).
The respective course plan represents the recommended exemplary course of study in the individual subjects and is part of an FPO.
Additional regulations and details for each module to be studied can be found in the module manuals (e.g. prerequisites for taking a written examination or information on the content of the modules/events, ...).
The traineeship regulations define the conditions under which the mandatory or optional traineeships must be completed.
Before the start of the lecture period, we recommend that you at least look at the course schedule of your course of study so that you know which modules are planned for the start of your studies.
Advice and contact
Make an appointment now at:
info.studienberatung@zsb.uni-siegen.de
or by phone at: 0271 740-2712
(Mon – Thu: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. / Fri: 9 a.m. – 12 noon)
English (US)