OpenFieldHeidelberg Master of Science in Scientific Computing
Two-year research-focused Master of Science degree (120 ECTS) based at the Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing (IWR), offering advanced specializations in Optimization, Machine Learning, Parallel Computing, and High-Performance Simulation.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics with minimum 180 ECTS and strong numerical mathematics foundation.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcript of records showing completed coursework matching prerequisite catalog.
- Recommendation letters
- Official university academic transcripts, degree certificate, and CV.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for IWR merit fellowships and HiWi assistantships
- Application fee
- €75 uni-assist VPD processing fee for international degrees
- Tuition / joining costs
- €1,500 per semester for non-EU international students (€171 semester fee for EU students).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 31, 2027 for Winter semester (October 2027) intake
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Heidelberg University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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