Overview

Saarland University is the only university in Germany to have a cluster of excellence and a graduate school in computer science approved by the federal and state governments as part of the excellence initiative.

Key facts

Computer Science (Informatics) Master’s students find ideal conditions in Saarbrücken for a successful, interdisciplinary and research-oriented degree in computer science. In courses on central areas of theoretical and practical computer science, abstraction skills and mathematical-technical understanding are trained. In addition, the Saarbrücken master’s course offers options for individual design of the course. Block courses during the semester break allow you to study particularly quickly.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Science

Informatics

Data Science

Cybersecurity
Machine Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saarbrücken, Germany

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences View 54 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) 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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95

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76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree from a German or foreign university in the computer science course or in a related course or proof of equivalent performance,
Knowledge of English at an advanced level for the subject study as well
the particular suitability according to the following criteria:

the achievements and school grades achieved in the previous academic career,
the special interest in studying documented in the form of a letter of motivation,
two qualifying reports as well
Relevant international and practical experience.

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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

There are no tuition fees, but you will need to pay the normal semester fee of €394.30

Living costs

Saarbrücken

Germany

730 - 1100 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Saarbrücken

Funding

Scholarships Information

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