4 semesters
English
Free (350 EUR/sem)
Winter
Hamburg University of Technology (TU Hamburg - TUHH) is a leading technical university in Germany, known for its strong focus on research and innovation. The Information and Communication Systems course at TUHH is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of modern communication technologies and systems. Students in this program have the opportunity to learn about topics such as network security, wireless communication, and data management. The course also emphasizes practical skills, with hands-on projects and internships to help students apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Overall, the Information and Communication Systems course at TUHH offers a rigorous and cutting-edge education in a rapidly evolving field.
Specialization
1. Specialization Communication Systems: Focus Software + Signal Processing 2. Specialization Secure and Dependable IT Systems: Focus Networks + Software and Signal Processing
Fields of study
How to apply
What you need to apply for Information and Communication Systems at Hamburg University of Technology (TU Hamburg - TUHH)
A very good previous academic performance as well as sufficient proficiency in English by passing TOEFL with a minimum score of 577 (paper-based) / 90 (internet-based) or IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5. Please note: The TOEFL ITP is not be accepted by TUHH.
Applicants should hold a Bachelor's or equivalent degree in engineering - preferably specializing in electrical or computer engineering - and must show a very good previous academic performance as well as sufficient proficiency in English.
A) It is strongly recommended to do the [selftest](https://www.tuhh.de/tuhh/en/studying/before-studying/degr...) before applying for admission to the program!
B) Please read all the required documents and specific requirements for your preferred course of studies intensely and before starting an application:
. [Specific requirements for Information and Communication Systems (pdf).](https://www.tuhh.de/t3resources/tuhh/download/studium/stu...)
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Mathematics Analysis, Linear Algebra, Statistics, Optimization, Discrete Mathematics 16 credits
Telecommunications, Computer Science, and Engineering
Telecommunications (e.g. field theory, antennas, communication engineering, computer networks) 741 Signal Processing (e.g. digital signal processing, filters) Software (e.g. programming, software engineering, software analysis, data mining, operating systems) Computer Science (e.g. algorithms, formal languages, logic, computer architectures, state machines, distributed systems, embedded systems) Engineering and Natural Science (e.g. system theory, mechanics, control theory, physics) -74 credits
The admission requirements at TUHH are very strict and only applicants with very high GPA in their previous studies can get admission to the international Master's degree course. During a short online pre-check we will check in particular if your GPA is meeting our admission requirements. Once you have entered your data we will send you an e-mail to advise on whether you stand a reasonable chance of gaining admission to study for an international Master's degree at the TUHH. If you do, the e-mail will also include a link to our online application facility. It is not possible to access the application facility without the pre-check.
What to prepare for your application to Information and Communication Systems
Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. And it is possible to apply for one international Master's degree course at TUHH only! Please submit the following documents by using the uploading portal as a part of our online application facility. It is only possible to upload PDF files with a maximum of 7 MB per file. Please upload the original documents and also a translation, if necessary. If your original documents are issued in German or English a translation of a sworn translator is not required.
Curriculum vitae / résumé
TUHH does not require or provide any standard format for the CV. The CV must not consist of more than 2 pages.
Bachelor's degree certificate
Bachelor's degree certificate or equivalent, including your aggregate mark or grade average. If your final degree certificate is not yet available, you need to submit an official provisional degree certificate or an official letter of your registrar, dean or academic supervisor, listing the remaining subjects and, if possible, the prospective grades as well as the prospective final grade average. We strongly recommend using this sample (page 2).
Complete university transcript of record
Complete university transcript of record (semester mark sheets), listing your subjects and grades. If your final year transcripts are not yet available, you need to submit an official provisional transcript or an official letter of your registrar, dean or academic supervisor, listing the remaining subjects and, if possible, the prospective grades as well as the prospective final grade average.
Official explanation of the university grading system
Official explanation of your university grading system issued by your registrar, dean, or academic supervisor, indicating at least the maximum passing grade, the minimum passing grade and the minimum passing grade for graduation.
Proof of English (TOEFL, IELTS, CAE, CPE or telc)
Applicants whose native language is not English must submit a valid proof of proficiency in English up to the application deadline. The proof of English is compulsory for all applicants only native English speakers from Australia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States, New Zealand, or Canada (except Quebec) are exempt from this requirement. In this case, please submit a copy of your passport instead. Valid means that any certificate may not be older than two years (example: application for the winter semester 2024/2025 - the test date may not be older than March 1, 2022). The following tests will be accepted:
a valid TOEFL score report. The minimum TOEFL score for admission to TUHH is 90 internet-based / 577 paper-based / 22 revised paper-delivered. The TUHH institution code is 8165, a department code is not required. TUHH does only accept the internet-based, paper-based and revised paper-delivered tests! Preparation materials can be found here.
The TOEFL ITP and the TOEFL Essentials will not be accepted by TUHH!
a valid IELTS-Academic score report. The minimum overall IELTS score for admission to TUHH is 6.5.
a valid Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English
a valid Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
a valid “telc English C1”-result
The Master's degree courses in Mechanical Engineering and Management and Mechatronics are partly taught in German. For these courses a basic knowledge of German is strongly recommended. Anyhow a formal proof of German is not required for the application.
APS certificate
All applicants with a school or university degree from China, India or Vietnam, regardless of their nationality, have to submit an APS certificate with their application for admission!
Applicants who hold a scholarship from DAAD, another recognized German scholarship organization or an EU-funded scholarship might be exempted from this requirement.
Applicants have to apply for the APS-certificate at the Academic Evaluation Center in charge:
The APS procedure might take a long time, so you should apply for the APS certificate as early as possible!
If you have further questions about the APS certificate please contact the Academic Evaluation Centre in charge directly!
TUHH has no influence on the awarding requirements and the awarding process at the Academic Evaluation Centre.
This is a complete list of application documents! Any other documents (GRE e. g.) will neither be read nor considered. And please do not submit any documents by post mail.
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
Open application portalApostille and notarization
Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.
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Admissions are very competitive.
During the application process applicants have to check their application status online regularly, at least once a week. Please refrain from inquiries concerning the status of your application bye-mail, phone or fax.
There is a rolling admission system for the international Master's degree courses at TUHH, so that admissions can already be declared before the application deadline. The processing of applications starts with the beginning of the application period. The processing of applications will take several weeks, so it is strongly recommended to apply as early as possible.
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Tuition
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Semester contribution
350 EUR
per semester
Application fee
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Estimated year-1 total cost
12,604 – 12,604 EUR
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Acceptance rate
20%
2 accepted out of 10 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
1.74
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
1.67
Best admitted grade
German scale
2.07
Avg. rejected grade
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Based on 10 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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