MSc Computer Science at Paderborn University

Master's programme in computer science at a leading research institute, with around 450 students in computer science and a team of 25 professors working closely with students. Taught in English.

Faculty: Computer science and mathematics  |  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

All modules are assigned to five focus areas: Classical and Quantum Algorithm Design; Computer and Communication Systems; Data Science and Intelligent Systems; Security; Software Engineering. Students complete nine elective modules (6 credits each) from at least two focus areas, can specialise by completing three in one area, and also do a project group.

Career pathways

Typical fields are research (including doctoral study), data science and artificial intelligence, IT security, software development, hardware software components, network administration, web development, consulting and sales of IT solutions.

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