Master of Science in Computer Science and Autonomous Systems
International master's program taught in English covering deep learning, autonomous driving, distributed databases, cyber-physical security, and verified formal methods.
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 or Computer Engineering with top quartile standing (German grade 2.5 or better).
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 6.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE general test recommended for non-EU applicants (quantitative 155+).
- Thesis / Research statement
- Undergraduate transcript showing comprehensive mathematics and theoretical computer science modules, syllabus descriptions, and CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic recommendation letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Tuition-free public university; HiWi research assistant positions at DFKI and Fraunhofer ITWM (€600–€1,100/month)
- Application fee
- €60 RPTU application processing fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition; €310 semester fee including state public transit ticket
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official RPTU University Kaiserslautern-Landau documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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