Applied Research
In the Applied Research Master’s program, you’ll turn thought-provoking questions into tangible results. You’ll work on your own research project—from the initial idea to your own publication. In a creative environment, you’ll develop methods for independent learning and prepare yourself for a career in cutting-edge research.
Profile
Degree
Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Study Language
German,
individual courses in English possible
Standard period of study
3 Semester
Starts of study
Summer semester
Application deadline
January 15
Admission requirements
completed bachelor's degree
ECTS
90 Credits
Place of study
Campus Offenburg
Selection process
Ja (NC & project fit)
Everything You Need to Know
Course Content
In this master’s program, the focus is on your journey. You choose the modules that perfectly match your research interests. The heart of the program is your individual research project. Here, you’ll become an expert in your field.
Free choice with priority: Right from your application, you decide what truly interests you. You select your favorites from a current list of projects and indicate your priorities. This ensures that you work on a topic that inspires you.
Personal mentoring: You won’t be researching alone. A professor will guide you as your personal project advisor throughout your entire program. This direct interaction guarantees you in-depth expertise and progress.
What you’ll learn:
Scientific methods: You’ll master the creation of research proposals, the writing of scientific reports, and the defense of your findings.
Professional communication: You’ll practice how to present complex data to different audiences—from a concise elevator pitch to poster presentations and PowerPoint presentations.
Management & Reflection: You’ll apply agile project management methodologies and learn to critically evaluate and further develop your own research work.
International Focus: Since research is globally interconnected, approximately 25% of instruction takes place in English. This will help you become confident in working with international academic literature.
Your individual curriculum:
You’ll put together a unique skills profile. In addition to the required modules on research methodology, you’ll select exactly the elective modules from a broad catalog that will advance your project.
Key Research Areas
In our four areas of focus, you will build specialized expertise and tackle real-world challenges in cutting-edge fields of research.
Key Research Areas
Human Motion and Emotion
Here, you’ll bridge the gap between technology and people. You’ll analyze movement patterns and emotional responses to develop innovations for sports, Medizintechnik, and rehabilitation.
Focus: You’ll specialize in Biomechanik, data science, and affective computing.
Practical application: Using state-of-the-art sensor technology and analysis tools, you’ll develop solutions that address multidisciplinary challenges in healthcare and industry.
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Biotechnology and Environmental Sciences
You harness the power of biological systems to build a sustainable future. This track focuses on the efficient production of biotechnological products and industrial processes.
Focus: You will engage intensively with expression organisms, enzymes, bioanalytics, and bioprocess engineering.
Practical experience: You will develop innovative approaches for industrial and pharmaceutical Biotechnologie and learn how to conserve and efficiently utilize biological resources.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Become an expert in intelligent data management. You will further develop cutting-edge machine learning methodologies and apply them in scientific and industrial contexts.
Focus: Building on Python programming and deep learning, you’ll learn the latest AI algorithms and put them into practice.
Practical experience: Through direct involvement in ongoing research and industry projects, you’ll learn how software development really works in interdisciplinary teams.
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Communication Technologies for the Internet of Everything
Shape the connected world of tomorrow. Here, you’ll explore how devices, sensors, and people can communicate with each other securely and efficiently.
Your focus: State-of-the-art communication technologies and network structures in the “Internet of Everything.”
Your practical work: You’ll work at the interface of hardware and software for networked infrastructure.
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Perspectives
Your time in the Master of Applied Research program will serve as a springboard to a career in academia or industry. As a graduate, you will be in high demand in:
Research and development departments of innovative companies.
Scientific institutes and Universities.
Academic careers (Ph.D.).
Project List
Human Motion and Emotion
Development and validation of 3D-printed shoe soles (German, PDF)
Exoskeleton Performance (German, PDF)
Biotechnology and Environmental Sciences
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Deep Fake Detection: What is a “real” image? (German, PDF)
Model Context Protocol (MCP) in the HSO LLM Infrastructure (German, PDF)
Robustness of Neural Cellular Automata (NCA) (German, PDF)
Deep Reinforcement Learning: From Simulation to Real Robots (sim2real) (German, PDF)
Application
Du möchtest dich für diesen Studiengang bewerben?
Eine Bewerbung ist erst wieder zum Sommersemester 2027 möglich.
Du möchtest dich jetzt schon darüber informieren, welche Unterlagen du für eine Bewerbung oder eine spätere Einschreibung einreichen musst? Dann findest du die entsprechenden Informationen in dieser Checkliste:
Checkliste für Master-Studiengänge (PDF)
Wir freuen uns auf deine Bewerbung beziehungsweise direkte Einschreibung zum SoSe 2027!
Each academic year, we award 24 spots to applicants who are passionate about their research projects. Since spots are limited, we pay special attention to how well your profile aligns with your chosen research focus.
How to apply:
The application process takes place online via our HISinOne portal. Please check in advance to ensure you meet all requirements and that your documents are complete.
Requirements
University degree: You must hold a professional degree (typically 210 ECTS credits).
Academic performance: Your degree has a grade of 2.5 or better (or an ECTS grade of B or better).
Project suitability: For your desired project, you need at least 30 points according to our admission regulations. What matters most here is how well your background aligns with the project.
Language skills: You communicate confidently in German and English.
Your Documents
Please upload or send us the following documents:
Degree certificate: An officially certified copy of your first university degree.
Resume: Up-to-date and in German.
Language certificates: Proof of your German and English language proficiency.
Statement of purpose: Explain to us in 1–2 pages (in German) why this master’s program is the right fit for you.
References: Relevant employment references or other proof of qualifications.
Project Prioritization: Please use our template to list your preferred projects.
Mailing address for documents:
Hochschule Offenburg
Admissions Office
Badstraße 24
77652 Offenburg
Deadlines & Procedures
Deadline: Submit your application by January 15 to start in the summer semester.
Selection: We review your application materials and create a ranking list based on the admission regulations. The better your qualifications match the selected project, the higher your chances of securing one of the 24 spots.
You can find detailed information in our complete [Admission Regulations].
We look forward to reviewing your application and perhaps welcoming you to Hochschule Offenburg soon!
Highlights from the study program
Do you have any questions about the application or enrollment process?
The team at the Zulassungsamt will be happy to assist you:
Phone: 0781 205-4792 (Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Tue 1:00 PM–3:00 PM)
In person: Room: A 007
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