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Human-Centred Computing and Psychology (M.Sc.), formerly Applied Cognitive and Media Science (M.A.) at University of Duisburg-Essen

University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany

Programme overview

Interdisciplinary, research-oriented master's programme on human-computer interaction drawing on computer science, psychology and business administration. Students specialise in either computer science or psychology.

Faculty: Faculty of Computer Science  |  Department: Human-Centred Computing and Cognitive Science (HCCS)  |  Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Duisburg und Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation through the choice of a computer science or psychology track, with study plans and elective catalogues set out in the examination regulations.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared for independent work and demanding tasks in science, research, industry and administration, including leadership roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human-Centred Computing and Psychology (formerly Applied Cognitive and Media Science) at UDE or an equivalent degree. Admission-free.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-due.de/de/studium/bewerbung.php

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