Computer & Information Science

Subjects: Information Science;Technology

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

Graduate studies require an undergraduate university degree. The Master’s programme in Computer and Information Science at the University of Konstanz focuses on the computer-assisted processing of large data volumes. It aims to equip students with the knowledge needed to develop complex information and analysis systems. These systems combine automatic data analysis procedures with interactive visualization. To make these systems both technically feasible and user-friendly, students need a solid understanding of various methods and technologies from different branches of computer science. This includes: - Information system development: databases, software engineering, and networks. - Visualization: computer graphics and computer vision. - Data analysis: data mining and visual analytics. - Algorithms: network science and signal processing. - Information science: interaction design and information retrieval. The programme is designed for those interested in creating systems that integrate these diverse elements, ensuring they are both effective and easy to use.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

OEFL: minimum score: 90 (Institution Code, Name and Type: B226 U Konstanz Dept Comp/Info Sci) IELTS (academic test): minimum score: 6 Cambridge First Certificate in English: minimum grade: C Evidence of 5 years continuous English classes, level German secondary school up to Abitur (German equivalent to A-level), minimum grade "befriedigend" or better Successful completion of a minimum of four subject-related courses held in English in a previous relevant degree program or exchange program (ERASMUS etc.) in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland Successful completion of a minimum of three subject-related courses in English and the writing of the final thesis in English in a previous relevant degree program in the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland High school or Bachelor degree or study exchange certificate (min. one semester) from an English educational institution from one of the following countries: USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa

Qualification Requirements

Our departmental admission committee decides on the basis of the application documents and a points system on the applicant’s eligibility for the master’s programme in Computer and Information Science. Requirements such as the final grade, subject relevance, motivation and additional subject-related activities such as internships, studies abroad etc. and/or special subject-related commitments such as subject-related MOOCs, etc. and the GRE revised General Test score (only mandatory for applicants with a university degree not falling under the Lisbon Convention) are assessed and evaluated. Detailed information on the procedure and the admission requirements can be found on our website.

Document Requirements

officially certified copy of your bachelor's degree certificate with an official translation into German or English. Students in their final year of study can hand in the degree certificate later. officially certified copy of your transcript of records showing subjects taken, credits and grades obtained, with an official translation into German or English. For applicants enrolled at the Department of Computer and Information Science at the University of Konstanz, an uncertified transcript of records is sufficient. documentation of English language skills (see language skills) table of equivalence Not applicable for applicants with a B.Sc. degree in Computer Science or Information Engineering from the University of Konstanz. A handwritten completion of the form is not acceptable and may lead to a non-review of the application. personal statement questionnaire. A handwritten completion of the form is not acceptable and may lead to a non-review of the application. full curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages) A handwritten CV is not acceptable and may lead to a non-review of the application. GRE General Test (official score sheet; Institution Code (DI): 7174); only mandatory for applicants with a university degree not falling under the Lisbon Convention applicants from China, India and Vietnam: APS certificate (original) issued by the German Embassy in your home country