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MSc Computer Engineering at Paderborn University

Paderborn University, Germany

Programme overview

Research-oriented master's programme for deepening computer engineering knowledge, focused on analysing hardware/software system problems independently and developing solutions using scientific methods. Taught in English.

Faculty: Electrical and mechanical engineering  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Summer and winter semesters  |  Location: Paderborn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Two compulsory modules each in computer science and electrical engineering, an elective area, a scientific working module, a project group and the final thesis.

Career pathways

Computer engineers hold specialist and managerial positions in research and development, project planning and manufacturing, measurement and testing technology, service and sales, management, and education and training.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Paderborn University or an equivalent bachelor's from a university or university of applied sciences that includes at least 15 credits in mathematics, 30 in computer science, 30 in electrical engineering and a 12-credit thesis; the examination board decides. Proof of English proficiency (for example school English, an English-language degree or an accepted test). Admission-free: no numerus clausus, so all applicants meeting the enrolment requirements are admitted.

Intake: Summer and winter semesters

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-paderborn.de/zv/3-3/formalitaeten

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