Overview

The master programme Software Engineering from Technical University of Munich qualifies for a career especially in: Software industry, software-centred areas in other industries, IT-focused service industry, financial and insurance industry, and telecommunication companies as well as in research institutions.

Which professional opportunities can I take up with this qualification?

Possible freelancing jobs include independent software development, technology consulting, and training. The graduates are prepared to carry out responsible functions in science and industry, in which they work creatively and in which they can contribute decisively to future innovations, both as technology expert and decision maker.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Software Development

Software Architecture

Software Quality Assurance

Information Management

Project Management

Strategic IT Planning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit one (1) copy of Official or Provisional Bachelor Degree Certificate (For originals, the document must bear an original round seal; and non-originals, the document must be in a notarised copy format)

Submit one (1) copy of Official or Provisional Academic Transcript (For originals, the document must bear an original round seal; and non-originals, the document must be in a notarised copy format)

Submit a total of two (2) Recommendation Letters

Submit one (1) Letter of Motivation that indicates the reason(s) you are interested in the programme you applied for

Submit one (1) Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Submit one (1) Passport-sized photograph

Submit one (1) Passport Biodata Page photocopy

Akademische Prufstelle (APS) Certificate (Required for all applicants who hold a degree from China, Vietnam, or Mongolia)

Proof of English Proficiency

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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

Student Fees: 97.00 €

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.

Funding

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Overview

Which professional opportunities can I take up with this qualification?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying Computer Science & IT

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

München

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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