Program Overview
The Informatics at Technical University of Munich is a MSc programme in Humanities taught in English, German over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Informatics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English, German
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 120 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 120 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Garching bei München, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Informatics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Software Engineering
- Databases and Information Systems
- Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
- Computer Graphics and Vision
- Computer Architecture
- Distributed Systems, Networks, and Security
- Formal Methods
- Algorithms and Scientific Computing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Prerequisites
You are required to have completed, or be about to complete, a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in informatics, computer science, or a similar computer-related field. We will compare your transcript to the curriculum of our Bachelor\'s in Informatics program. If your bachelor\'s program did not cover the main subjects in informatics, you cannot be admitted to the master\'s program. Ideally, you should have finished your bachelor\'s degree no more than two years prior to your application. You must also have a strong command of English.
Application process
Submitting an application consists of
- Completing an online application form
- Mailing in paper copies of the application materials per post
Your paper application form must arrive at the admission office before the end of the deadline.
Online application
You will be asked to enter details about yourself and upload the following documents:
- a personal statement explaining why you have chosen this master\xc2\x92s program and TUM specifically (max. 2 pages)
- your CV/r\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9
- an essay of approx. 1,000 words in German or English on a specified topic (not for CSE, see the individual program pages for details of essay topics)
- a passport photo
Mailing in paper copies of the application materials by post
When you have submitted your online application, your account will show a list of documents that you must send by post to the Admissions Office. The documents vary depending on the applicant, but usually include:
- a printout of your application form with your signature
- form "Analysis of the Curriculum" (see applications website for the respective study program)
- a copy of your bachelor\'s degree certificate, including a list of courses and grades OR an official transcript of records as a notarized photocopy. Documents not issued in German or English must be translated and notarized by a sworn translator.
- proof of your English and/or German language proficiency
- GRE or Gate score sheet if applicable
- certificates from professional training or additional qualifications related to the program (e.g. participation in research competitions, internships, etc.)
- a copy of your passport
- health insurance card (if you are insured in Germany)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 120 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 120 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 120 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 120 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Technical University of Munich directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Technical University of Munich
Technical University of Munich
Munich, Germany
Technical University of Munich (Technische Universität München / TUM) is a world-renowned public research university in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, founded in 1868 and consistently ranked as one of...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English, German
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120