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MSc Cognitive Computing (part-time) at Osnabrück University

Osnabrück University, Germany

Programme overview

A fundamental transformation of the economy and society is currently taking place as a result of new computer science technologies. At the heart of this change are buzzwords such as "digitalization", "Industry 4.0", "Internet of Things", "robotics", "large language models", "machine learning" and "artificial intelligence". This change enables a multitude of new applications and value chains.

Faculty: School of Human Sciences  |  Department: Institute of Cognitive Science  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: part-time; English-taught  |  Intake: winter semester  |  Location: Osnabrück, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

For example, complex machines can now run longer and more reliably with predictive maintenance and e-learning systems can simplify access to knowledge in schools, universities and lifelong learning. Smart farming enables ecologically responsible yield increases in the agricultural sector and intelligent and connected assistance systems can support us in road traffic and the healthcare sector.

Career pathways

Graduates of the part-time Master's degree course in Cognitive Computing gain a broad-based qualification for future high-tech activities in the fields of digitalization, machine learning and artificial intelligence.

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Entry requirements

Admission: admission-free. A qualified degree in a suitable Bachelor's degree course is required. Examples of suitable degree programs include (business) informatics, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, (computer) linguistics, mathematics, natural sciences or engineering. Good knowledge of English must also be demonstrated. Fees of € 5,000 per semester are payable for the course. Further information can be found in the admission regulations. As a rule, the part-time degree course in Cognitive Computing is offered in cooperation with a company that employs the student. The cooperating company pays the fees and gives the student partial leave of absence for the course. Almost half of the credit points (study project, thesis) can be earned through cooperation between the lecturers at the Institute of Cognitive Science and the company that employs the student. The course is primarily aimed at companies for which a significant increase in productivity can be achieved through digitalization, artificial intelligence and machine learning, such as ICT companies (especially software companies), the automotive industry, mechanical engineering or the electrical industry. Of course, the offer is not limited to such industries and includes all areas that want to use intelligent systems or large amounts of data to optimize or open up value-added processes. This subject is admission-free.

Intake: winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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