Informatik
In the Master’s program in Informatik, you’ll specialize in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, advanced software engineering, and embedded systems. You’ll apply scientific methodology directly to real-world scenarios and develop solutions for complex IT challenges. After three semesters, you’ll be ready for demanding leadership roles or an academic career in research.
Profile
Degree
Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Study Language
German
Standard period of study
3 Semester
Starts of study
Summer and winter semesters
Application deadline
January 15 / July 15
Admission requirements
completed bachelor's degree
ECTS
90 Credits
Place of study
Campus Offenburg
Selection process
Yes (NC)
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
Everything You Need to Know
Course Content
Your master's program offers you plenty of flexibility to pursue your interests.
In the first two semesters, the curriculum focuses on key skills: In the required modules, you’ll learn advanced programming, master complex software architectures, optimize systems through parallel computing, and understand the logic behind language technologies and compilers.
At the same time, you’ll choose your two specializations:
Artificial Intelligence: Specialize in current topics in machine learning as well as computer vision.
Advanced Software Engineering: Gain expertise in advanced software development across a wide range of fields, methodologies, and platforms.
Advanced Embedded Systems: Learn more about advanced embedded systems and real-time embedded systems. Qualifications in the field of embedded systems are in high demand in the industry.
In almost all modules, you’ll apply your knowledge directly in a practical setting. You’ll work independently on solutions and learn how modern IT projects are managed through team projects. Your curriculum is complemented by management skills and required electives such as Business Process Engineering, Advanced Networking, or Embedded and Industrial Networks.
Perspectives
The Master’s in Informatik prepares you for challenging roles in industry or research. You’ve learned to independently analyze complex issues and implement technical solutions. Combined with your soft skills—such as the creative implementation of technical solutions—you’re all set for a successful career.
Take the lead: As a project manager, you’ll oversee IT projects at a high technical level.
Driving innovation: You’ll develop the products of the future, for example in the fields of AI or Industry 4.0.
Academic career: Your degree qualifies you for a Ph.D. and paves the way for a career in research.
Fees and Funding
Semester Tuition and Fees
Hochschule Offenburg charges an administrative fee of 80.00 euros per semester and a social contribution of 65.00 euros for the Studierendenwerk Freiburg. In addition, the University’s student body charges all enrolled students a student body fee of 25.00 euros per semester to fulfill its responsibilities. Students on leave of absence from their studies are also required to pay these fees; however, foreign students enrolled on a temporary basis are exempt pursuant to Section 60(1), sentence 2, of the Higher Education Act (LHG).
= 170 euros per semester
Additional costs for PLUS Education degree programs (degree programs with a teaching certification option)
For students in the following bachelor's programs
Elektrotechnik/Informationstechnik PLUS Pädagogik
Mechatronik PLUS Pädagogik
Media Technology/Business PLUS Education
Wirtschaftsinformatik PLUS Pädagogik
an additional fee of 28.00 euros for local public transportation (semester ticket) applies, in accordance with the fees regulations of the Freiburg Studierendenwerk.
Note: You pay the semester fee to Hochschule Offenburg; however, you are enrolled at both Hochschule Offenburg and Freiburg University of Education.
Additional Costs for International Master's Programs
Students in international master's programs must also pay a flat-rate service fee of 150.00 euros per semester.
Tuition Fees for International Students and Students Pursuing a Second Degree
Since the 2017/18 winter semester, universities in the state of Baden-Württemberg have been charging international students tuition fees of 1,500.00 euros per semester and students pursuing a second degree 650.00 euros per semester.
You can find more information about these fees here:
https://www.landesrecht-bw.de/bsbw/document/jlr-HSchulGebGBWrahmen
http://www.bw-studyguide.de/en/studying/finance-and-funding.html
Exceptions to Tuition Fees for International Students:
According to Section 3 of the LHGebG, international students who are not citizens of an EU/EEA country and do not hold a German university entrance qualification are required to pay tuition fees. However, the law provides for a few exceptions.
To determine whether you are required to pay tuition fees, you can use the following information form and send it, completed and accompanied by the necessary supporting documents, to studiengebuehren@hs-offenburg.de:
Tuition Fee Information Form (PDF)
To apply for an exemption from tuition fees, please use the corresponding application form:
Application for Tuition Fee Exemption for International Students (PDF)
Application for Tuition Fee Exemption for a Second Degree Program (PDF)
Pursuant to Section 6, Paragraphs 4 and 5 of the LHGebG, Hochschule Offenburg may fully or partially exempt a limited number of international students from tuition fees if it deems them to be particularly gifted. The requirements, etc., are set forth in the bylaws governing tuition fee exemptions for international students based on exceptional talent. Students at the University can find more detailed information in the relevant announcement on the intranet.
BAföG
Information about BAföG is available on the website of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. If you have any questions about BAföG, the Freiburg-Schwarzwald Studierendenwerk—which is responsible for Hochschule Offenburg—will also be happy to assist you under the “Money” section. You can submit applications for financial aid at the Studierendenwerk’s branch office on the Offenburg campus.
Studierendenwerk Branch Office
Badstraße 24, 77652 Offenburg
Phone: 0781 205-328
Office hours:
Mon and Wed from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.,
as well as by telephone appointment
Here you’ll find a PDF in which we’ve summarized the criteria for what are known as “standard achievements”—the requirements you must demonstrate to continue receiving funding after two years of BAföG support.
EMI Contact Person
Scholarships
A scholarship takes the financial pressure off you. Find the right support in our overview of scholarship programs.
Application
Your Application, Step by Step
Here's how to submit your application for your master's program quickly and easily.
Application period: until July 15, 2026
Step 1: Registration and Online Application
First, create an account on our applicant portal. You will receive an email with your password—please keep it safe. Once you have confirmed your account, you can fill out your application online and submit it directly. Please print out the application for admission and sign it.
You can apply for up to 3 programs at the same time. In this case, please print out the corresponding application form for each program you wish to apply to. Each of your applications has an equal chance of being granted admission. Please check carefully in advance what admission requirements apply to your desired master’s program.
Step 2: Send documents by mail
Send us your signed application along with the other documents (see checklist (German, pdf)) by mail. If you are applying for multiple degree programs (up to 3), we need a complete set of your documents in paper form for each application.
Address:
Hochschule Offenburg
Admissions Office
Badstraße 24
77652 Offenburg
Important notes:
Completeness matters: We will only process your application if all documents have been received by us by the deadline (deadline: January 15 / July 15). For mail submissions, the date the letter arrives at our office applies, not the postmark.
Include your applicant number: If you submit documents later, please always include your applicant number. You can find it on your application form.
Checklist (German, pdf)
for Master’s Applications
Your current status
After you have submitted your online enrollment, you can log in to the applicant portal at any time to check the status of your enrollment. There you will also find out if we need anything else from you.
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
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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