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MScRestricted admission
Master
Communication and Media Engineering (CME)
Winter: Mar 31, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Under 1,500 EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Communication and Media Engineering (CME)
The University of Applied Sciences Offenburg offers a unique course called Communication and Media Engineering (CME). This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of communication technologies and media production. Students will learn about topics such as digital signal processing, multimedia systems, and communication networks. The course also includes practical training in areas such as audio and video production, web design, and virtual reality. Graduates of this program will be well-equipped to pursue careers in fields such as broadcasting, telecommunications, and digital media production.
Fields of study
Electrical Engineering(Engineering)
Communications & Journalism(Media & Communication)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Communication and Media Engineering (CME) at University of Applied Sciences Offenburg
English language
IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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Reading
6
Writing
6
Listening
6
Speaking
6
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TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0, German A1 recommended, but not required, APS (only for applicants from China and Vietnam), two letters of recommendation
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
120
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Above-average Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related field,
It is no problem to apply if you are in your last semester. In case of admission we will issue a provisional admission certificate which is only effective together with your original Bachelor's Degree. You will have to present your Bachelor's Degree certificate at the time of enrollment.
We are looking forward to your application.
Prerequisites
Above-average Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related field, TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0, German A1 recommended, but not required, APS (only for applicants from China and Vietnam), two letters of recommendation
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Communication and Media Engineering (CME)
Programme-specific documents
If you are invited to send a paper-based application, print out the form generated in OASIS, attach your recent picture, sign it and include the following documents:
1. Attested copy of your Bachelor's degree (translated into English or German)
2. Attested transcripts of grades (translated into English or German)
Copy of TOEFL Test (minimum score: 550 - paper-based or 213 - computer-based; institutional code: 7087) or IELTS 6.0 (better 6.5)
3. Curriculum vitae
4. Letter of motivation (explanation why you want to study CME)
5. Letter(s) of recommendation
6. APS Certificate (for applicants from China, Vietnam and Mongolia)
Please make sure that you have completed and signed the application, added a recent photo and included all required documents in a single envelope (no folders or extra covers).
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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Step-by-step guide to applying for Communication and Media Engineering (CME) at University of Applied Sciences Offenburg
Application procedure
Please be aware that we only accept applications submitted via our online application system OASIS. If you have difficulties entering your data, please contact the coordinator of the program.
As a result of the very large number of applications that reach us every year, a two-step selection process has been introduced: The selection committee will screen your online application first. Within a few weeks you will be informed if your application has been short-listed. In this case you will be invited to send your complete application documents by postal mail.
If you are invited to send a paper-based application, print out the form generated in OASIS, attach your recent picture, sign it and include the following documents:
Please make sure that you have completed and signed the application, added a recent photo and included all required documents in a single envelope (no folders or extra covers).
Before mailing your application, please be sure that you have completed and signed the application, added a recent picture, and included the other required documents in a single envelope (no folders or extra covers). Please send the envelope to us at the following address:
Finally, send your application package to:
Offenburg University of Applied Sciences
Ms. Ulrike Nordau
Badstr. 24
77652 Offenburg
GERMANY
Phone: +49 781 205 141
Fax: +49 781 205 120
Email: [email protected]
Note: As we do not send back any application documents, please only hand in certified copies, not original documents.
Selection process
As a result of the very large number of applications that reach us every year, a two-step selection process has been introduced: The selection committee will screen your online application first. Within a few weeks you will be informed if your application has been short-listed
Application quick facts
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Complexity
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Address
send your application package to:
Offenburg University of Applied Sciences
Ms. Ulrike Nordau
Badstr. 24
77652 Offenburg
GERMANY
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Semester contribution
1,500 EUR
per semester
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Estimated year-1 total cost
14,904 – 17,902 EUR
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This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
1500 EUR per semester
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