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Masters in Computer Science in Germany for international students

🇩🇪 Tuition-free public universities and an engineering powerhouse. Here is what a masters in Computer Science there actually involves — costs, entry tests, deadlines and what graduates earn.

Tuition per year
€0 – €20,000 EUR
Living cost per month
€1,065 EUR (mid-range city)
Tests accepted
IELTS · TOEFL
Intakes
Winter (Oct) primary · Summer (Apr) limited
Student visa
National Visa for Study (D-Visa)EUR 75
After you graduate
18-month Job Seeker visa

Masters programmes in Computer Science we track in Germany

UniversityProgrammeDurationTuitionDeadlineApply
TU MunichMSc Informatics2 yrsEUR 0 (semester EUR 144)May 31Apply

Fees and deadlines are indicative planning figures — always confirm on the university's own admissions page before you apply.

What Computer Science graduates earn in Germany

Median salary
EUR 70,000
Employment rate
92%
Post-study work
1.5 years

Common roles: Software Engineer, Data Engineer. Employers hiring graduates include SAP, Zalando, N26, BMW IT. Outlook: high.

How to apply for the 1971 intake

  1. 1Get admission via Uni-Assist or directly
  2. 2Open a blocked account (EUR 11,208) — Expatrio, Fintiba
  3. 3Buy travel health insurance
  4. 4Book Embassy appointment 3+ months ahead
  5. 5Attend interview with APS certificate if from India/China/Vietnam
  6. 6Convert to residence permit within 90 days of arrival

Frequently asked questions

What does a Masters in Computer Science in Germany cost per year?

Tuition for international students typically runs €0–€20,000 per year (EUR), with a typical figure around €350. Living costs add roughly €1,065 a month in a mid-range city. Programmes in our list start from EUR 0 (semester EUR 144).

Which tests do I need for a Masters in Computer Science in Germany?

The programmes we track ask for IELTS, TOEFL. Most Germany universities accept an English test plus, where relevant, a graduate admissions test. Always check the exact minimum score on the programme page.

Can I work in Germany after this degree?

18-month Job Seeker visa. In Computer Science, graduates report around 92% employment with a median of EUR 70,000.

When should I apply for the 1971 intake?

Winter (Oct) primary · Summer (Apr) limited. Deadlines for the programmes we track fall on May 31, so start test prep and documents 8–12 months earlier.

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