Applicants must hold a bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution. In order to attend this Master programme, a good knowledge in the areas of software engineering, programming, database systems and computer networks is required. In particular the following topics have to be covered by a first degree:

•  Hardware: Computer components, micro controller programming

• Software Engineering: Models, requirements engineering, design languages, software validation

• Programming: Extensive experience in the application of an object oriented programming language (e.g. C++, Java). Participation in the implementation of a large scale application.

• Database Systems: Relational and object oriented database technology, database normalisation, SQL, programming interfaces (e.g. ODBC, JDBC, etc.), transactions, indexing

• Networks: General principles of computer networks, socket communication, object oriented communication methods (e.g. Corba, Remote Method Invocation)

Additional professional experience in the software industry is strongly recommended.

You need a high level of academic English as all lectures and tutorials are taught in English. We require one of the following proofs of your proficiency in English:

• IELTS (Academic Training; Band 6.0) or
• TOEFL internet-based test (minimum score: 90) or
• TOEFL computer-based test (minimum score: 230)
• TOEFL paper-based test (minimum score: 575)

Please note: This list is a guide. Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Other proof of English proficiency may be considered.

No knowledge of German is required for taking classes. However, it is mandatory for international students to take some introductory German classes here in Hof.

The study programme is accessible to international students. Currently, over 50% of the students are non-German citizens.