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What you need to apply for Computer Science at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau
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proof of adequate English language skills (e.g. explanations by the candidate or test results such as TOEFL etc.); proof of basic German is particularly important as stated in the enrollment regulations of TU Kaiserslautern.
What to prepare for your application to Computer Science
The following electronic documents (PDF) are mandatory:
1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Degree certificate(s) (original language)
3. Degree certificate(s) (certified translation)
4. Transcript of records
Description of subjects covered during your previous studies, e.g. syllabus
5. Letter of motivation
(Please consider these guidelines for your Letter of Motivation.)
6. 2 letters of recommendation from faculty staff of a university or research institute (PDF; can also be sent in paper form, if to be handled confidentially)
7. English language qualification certificate (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL; see further details)
The following electronic documents (PDF) are not mandatory, but very useful and therefore recommended:
1. Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
2. Further qualifications
German proficiency
When applying, German proficiency is not required. However, the University of Kaiserslautern requires a proof of German proficiency within the first year of studies. This can be obtained while you study by taking a German course on A1 level, or by providing a certificate from a Goethe Institute on A2 level.
Step-by-step guide to applying for Computer Science at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
46%
13 accepted out of 28 total applications
Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
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German proficiency
When applying, German proficiency is not required. However, the University of Kaiserslautern requires a proof of German proficiency within the first year of studies. This can be obtained while you study by taking a German course on A1 level, or by providing a certificate from a Goethe Institute on A2 level.
A graduate certificate from the previous degree course and further documents which show the final mark, length of study and courses taken (e.g. in the form of an academic transcript, transcript of records or corresponding performance records),
The qualification-determination procedure can only be repeated if the applicant has acquired at least 60 LP in the area of Computer Science in addition to those of the last application or other additional practical knowledge and experience of at least one year.
Yes, 2 Pages a statement including motive for the proposed admittance to the course and an explanation of study goals,
https://applymsc.informatik.uni-kl.de/upload/DAAD-Letter_...
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2 letters of recommendation from faculty staff of a university or research institute (PDF; can also be sent in paper form, if to be handled confidentially)
Recommended
The Department of Computer Science has reformed the program structures in computer science: from winter semester 2018/19, updated study plans and examination regulations will apply to newly enrolled students. The new curricula offer significantly more flexibility and improved compulsory sections help to improve the individual study progress.
Due to the greater flexibility in the new computer science program, students can strive for a similar profile as in the previous program “Computer Science in Applications”. As a consequence, the Bachelor and Master program "Computer Science in Applications" will be closed for new enrollments from winter semester 2018/19 (last enrollments were possible in summer semester 2018).
The Bachelor degree in computer science as a three-year university degree comprises
Some courses towards the end of the bachelor program are offered in English.
The research-oriented Master's program 'Computer Science' requires a Bachelor degree which provides the necessary scientific fundamentals. Students can choose a specific field of computer science as their specialization.
Enrollments are possible during the summer and winter semesters.
Enrollments are possible during the summer and winter semesters.
proof of adequate English language skills (e.g. explanations by the candidate or test results such as TOEFL etc.); proof of basic German is particularly important as stated in the enrollment regulations of TU Kaiserslautern.
(Institution Codes: TOEFL 7967, GRE 7143)
The admission to theMaster's Courses of Studiesis restricted, so an approval procedure has to be passed.
The admission to the consecutive Master's Course of Studies is based on an [Applicant Selection Procedure](https://www.cs.rptu.de/en/studium/studiengaenge/bm-inf/ho...), which will be conducted on the basis of the following documents to be added to the application in German or English:
1. A graduate certificate from the previous degree course and further documents which show the final mark, length of study and courses taken (e.g. in the form of an academic transcript, transcript of records or corresponding performance records),
2. a description of the contents of the courses as listed under 1),
3. a statement including motive for the proposed admittance to the course and an explanation of study goals,
4. a description of career and personal background with explanations about practical knowledge and experience where necessary,
5. letters of recommendation from at least 2 university lecturers; the letters of recommendation should include evidence on how well the applicant did in relation to other graduates on the same course,
6. proof of adequate [English language skills](https://www.cs.rptu.de/en/studium/studiengaenge/bm-inf/ho...) (e.g. explanations by the candidate or test results such as TOEFL etc.); proof of basic German is particularly important as stated in the enrollment regulations of TU Kaiserslautern.
7. (Institution Codes: TOEFL 7967, GRE 7143)
For the Application also preliminary versions of these documents may be sufficient. In this case the final credentials have to be given later.
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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