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MSc
Master
Artificial Intelligence
Winter: May 31, 2026Summer: Nov 30, 2026
Language
English
EURTuition
Free
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Artificial Intelligence
Course description will be available soon. Please contact the university for more details.
Fields of study
Artificial Intelligence(Computer Science & IT)
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
Mathematics(Mathematics & Statistics)
How to apply
Channeldirect
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APSRequired for Application
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Artificial Intelligence at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)
English language
IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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5,5 IELTs required
German language
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Level B2
Academic requirements
Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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required
Tests and documents
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Letters of Recommendation
Optional
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GRE
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GMAT
Not Required
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your letter of motivation (VERY IMPORTANT, please tell us WHY you chose AI Master at FAU)- 2 pages
Required
Optional
GRE is not mandatory, but if you have a certificate it is very helpful
APS verification
APS certificate
Required for Application
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Prerequisites
CAll applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Completion of an excellent Bachelors degree or a corresponding qualification in Computer Science, in a related scientific or technical field, or in Mathematics.
- Proficiency and experience in both using and programming computers. Besides familiarity with the basic concepts of computers and Computer Science, we expect that you have solid programming experience.
- A well-rounded education in Mathematics.
- In particular, for external Bachelor’s programs to be considered equivalent to the qualifying standards, it should include _at least_:
- Courses on Programming and Algorithmics amounting to ≥ 20 ECTS
- Theoretical CS and Logic amounting to ≥ 15 ECTS
- Databases and Conceptual Modelling amounting to ≥ 5 ECTS
- Mathematics of CS (Analysis, Linear Algebra, Stochastics) amounting to ≥ 20 ECTS and
- Software Engineering amounting to ≥ 10 ECTS
- International Students
- A solid command of the English language – TOEFL score of at least 80/120 or [equivalent qualification](https://www.fau.eu/study/prospective-students/degree-prog...), e.g. confirmation of the university that the Bachelor’s program had been taught in English.
- Students should be interested in a stay in Germany for at least two years.
- Note that the university does not supply housing. You are responsible for your own accommodation. More information [here](https://www.fau.eu/education/student-life/accommodation-2/)
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Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Artificial Intelligence
Programme-specific documents
Application documents
Your Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Your letter of motivation (VERY IMPORTANT, please tell us WHY you chose AI Master at FAU).
Your secondary school’s leaving certificate (and English translation) (High school certificate).
University entrance exam (if available, e.g. Iran).
Your university certificates (and English translation).
In case you do not have your Bachelor’s certificate at the time of applying to FAU we need a confirmation of your university that you will receive it soon. If your degree is from a non-EU country, you will have to present your full certificate on the day you enroll. It is not possible to enroll into a course and present your certificate at a later date.
The international transcript (grades sheet) of the courses you have attended.
Your university’s module descriptions of the required courses (see below).
TOEFL score report OR other comparable proof of English language ability (certificates from language learning apps like DuoLingo are not sufficient!).
If your Bachelor degree was taught exclusively in English, a confirmation of the university is sufficient.
APS certificate (required for India, Vietnam and China).
Any certificates of English or German language courses you have taken part in.
GRE is not mandatory, but if you have a certificate it is very helpful.
Incomplete applications will not be considered!
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 Artificial Intelligence at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)
Application procedure
The application for the master program must be submitted online, via the campo portal (see video below).
Register an account in the FAU-IdM System.
Sign in at the campo portal.
Submit your online application (in campo).
Wait for notification from FAU.
Selection process
The full application documents will be evaluated by two professors. The results of the evaluation will be submitted to the admissions committee.
The admissions committee decides on your admission to the master program.
All applicants external to FAU are invited to take part in an online screening test via a secure evaluation platform, the dates of which will be announced at least one week prior. The test will take the form of an open-book exam, last for 60 minutes and includes questions on all the important areas shown above (algorithmics, theoretical CS, logic, databases, mathematics,…). All further details will be communicated to applicants upon announcement of the date.
You are not at any point required to sent any documents as hard copies.
The Master Office will check your documents with regard to the formal requirements.
If your application meets the formal requirements you will officially be admitted into the program.
Application quick facts
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APS
Required for Application
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
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Complexity
MediumAddress
Friedrich-Alexander-Universität
Erlangen-Nürnberg
Schlossplatz 4
91054 Erlangen
Germany
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Application fee
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Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 – 11,904 EUR
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
2%
3 accepted out of 158 total applications
Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0
Based on 158 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
Based on 158 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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