OpenFieldMaster of Science in Media Technology and Spatial Audio Engineering
World-famous program building on Ilmenau’s legacy as birthplace of the MP3 codec, covering 3D binaural audio reproduction, acoustic virtual reality, psychoacoustics, and real-time audio coding.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor in Media Technology, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or German DSH-2 depending on chosen tracks
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of intent and media engineering portfolio
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Tuition-free degree; Fraunhofer IDMT research internship opportunities available locally
- Application fee
- €0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- €0 tuition fee
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Summer) / July 15, 2027 (Winter)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official we4you - TU Ilmenau International Center documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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