Overview

The Software Engineering for Embedded Systems degree at University of Kaiserslautern-Landau provides you with a well-founded, broad foundation of knowledge for the development, implementation and evaluation of software for embedded systems.

The degree programme is offered in cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Experimental Software Engineering (IESE). The Fraunhofer IESE is one of the leading research institutes in software and systems engineering methods.

Key Features

The Master's programme is intended for professionals working in the field of software development who strive to acquire advanced knowledge about emerging technologies and who wish to broaden their software engineering skills by pursuing graduate-level education in software engineering.

Accreditation

The distance learning programme “Software Engineering for Embedded Systems” is accredited to award the academic degree Master of Engineering (M.Eng.). The English-language Master's programme has a standard period of study of four semesters (part-time).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Software Engineering Basics

Project Management

Software Quality Engineering

Software Concept Engineering

Software Component Engineering

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months
- 14 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Kaiserslautern, Germany

Disciplines

Electronics & Embedded Technology Software Engineering View 35 other Masters in Software Engineering in Germany

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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

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General requirements

The requirements for a Master's program are the following:

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent evidence of an undergraduate education

Evidence of fulfilling the language requirements (depending on program of study)

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

5100 EUR / year

≈ 5100 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

5100 EUR / year

≈ 5100 EUR / year

Additional Details

In addition to the tuition fee, a social contribution is due each semester plus a one-time fee for the Master's thesis of EUR 720.

Living costs

Kaiserslautern

Germany

630 - 1000 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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Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

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