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MScRestricted admission
Master
Software Engineering
Winter: May 1, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (100 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter
About Software Engineering
Course description will be available soon. Please contact the university for more details.
Fields of study
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
How to apply
Channeldirect
Modeonline
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Software Engineering at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)
English language
IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
Public info
Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in Informatics or in a related domain
- outstanding grades from previous courses
- personal dedication which transcends the compulsory program in a normal study course
- fluent in written and spoken English
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Software Engineering
Programme-specific documents
Application Documents
Your application PDF (written in German or English) must contain the following parts:
A statement concerning the personal motivation for applying to the program.
Curriculum vitae including activities besides the study program.
Transcript of academic records.
For applicants from outside Germany also: a brief description of the grading scheme.
If you have any of the additional documents listed below please include them in your application PDF as well:
Your bachelor certificate.
References from internships and other jobs in the IT industry or from academia.
Certificates and attestations for technical expertise (e.g. Scrum Master certificate, ISTQB Certified Tester).
Certificates for awards, prizes, and special honors for extraordinary achievements, commitment, and such.
GRE scores.
APS certificate (applicants from China, India, and Vietnam only).
All these documents must be combined into a single PDF. Make sure that the PDF can be opened with Acrobat Reader and that it does not exceed the size limit of 25 MB.
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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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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Step-by-step guide to applying for Software Engineering at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)
Application quick facts
Apply via
direct
Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
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Complexity
Varies
Address
University of Augsburg
Elite Program Software Engineering
Institute for Software- and Systems-Engineering
Universitätsstr. 6a
D-86135 Augsburg
Germany
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
100 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,104 – 12,104 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
No, there will be no additional fees in comparison to other german study programs. This means that the students only have to pay the regular tuition fees of Augsburg University (approx. 100 euros per semester) but no additional program specific fees
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