Overview

Key facts

The program in Software Engineering at Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich is geared towards the top two percent of students in computer science and aims to educate an elite for the leading-edge areas of software engineering.

It focuses on the following five central topics of modern software engineering: software engineering methods, formal methods and IT security, database systems, distributed systems and human-computer interaction. The integration of an individual study program, practice orientation, mentoring, and soft skills training further distinguish this program.

This is a joint master program with the University of Augsburg and the Technische Universität München within the framework of the Elite Network of Bavaria. Enrollment is through the University of Augsburg.

Programme Structure

The Department of Computer Science conducts research with a focus on mobile computing and IT management, database systems and data mining, semantic web, software engineering, logic, and formal methods as well as bioinformatics and media informatics.

It is distinguished by its interdisciplinary connection with numerous partners in the sciences and humanities.

The department offers programs and degrees in classical computer sciences, bioinformatics, and media informatics as well as teaching credentials for computer science, and it trains students from all fields in the basics of information technology.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-13 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

München, Germany

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

a statement concerning the personal motivation for applying for our program
curriculum vitae including activities besides the study program
transcript of academic records
for applicants from outside Germany also: a brief description of the grading scheme
your Bachelor certificate
references from internships and other jobs in the IT industry or from academia
certificates and attestations for technical expertise (e.g. Scrum Master certificate, ISTQB Certified Tester)
certificates for awards, prizes, and special honors for extraordinary achievements, commitment and such
GRE scores
APS certificate (applicants from China and Vietnam only)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Each semester all students must pay the fees for the Munich Student Union. The fees consist of the basic fee and the additional fee for the semester ticket.

Living costs

München

Germany

1078 - 1689 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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