OpenFieldRWTH Master of Science in Computer Science (Informatik)
Highly flexible, research-intensive master's program taught in English, offering specializations in software verification, machine learning, computer graphics, and distributed systems.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science equivalent to RWTH curriculum with high mathematics and theoretical CS components.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE revised General Test required for applicants with degrees outside the Bologna area.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Bachelor thesis or substantial software project documentation.
- Recommendation letters
- Curriculum vitae and official transcripts.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Tuition-free program; eligible for DAAD and student research assistantships (€1,200/mo)
- Application fee
- Free application
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition; semester fee of approx. €320 covers state-wide transit.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 1, 2027 (Winter semester intake for non-EU applicants)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official RWTH Aachen University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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