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MSc
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free
Intake
Winter
About Computer Simulation in Science
The University of Wuppertal (BUW) is a renowned institution located in the city of Wuppertal, Germany. One of the popular courses offered at BUW is Computer Simulation in Science, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of using computer simulations to model and analyze scientific phenomena. The course covers various topics such as mathematical modeling, simulation techniques, and data analysis, and is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to apply computer simulations in their scientific research and studies. With state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, BUW provides an excellent learning environment for students pursuing this course. Graduates of the Computer Simulation in Science program at BUW are well-prepared for careers in research, academia, and industry.
Specialization
Students will take elective courses in one of the following specializations of their choice: Atmospheric Physics Computational Electromagnetics Computational Finance Computational Fluid Mechanics Detector Physics Imaging in Medicine Molecular and Materials Modelling Theoretical Particle Physics
Fields of study
Electrical Engineering(Engineering)
Physics(Natural Sciences)
General Engineering(Engineering)
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
Mathematics(Mathematics & Statistics)
Mechanical Engineering(Engineering)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Computer Simulation in Science at University of Wuppertal (BUW)
English language
IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
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Sufficiently good proficiency in English, documented by providing
the results of a recently passed
- TOEFL2 iBT (internet-based) with at least 79 points or
- TOEFL PBT (paper-based) with at least 550 points or
- IELTS test, academic module with at least 6.0 band score or
- Cambrigde Certificate in Advanced English (Level 4) or
- another language certificate at the level B2 of the European Framework of Reference.
If the bachelor courses have been verifiably taught in English, an additional language test is not required.
The TOEFL code of uni-assist is 2727.
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German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
3
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Not required
Prerequisites
Formal Requirements for Applicants with non-German Bachelor Degree
1\. Bachelor degree in Applied Science, Business Mathematics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Safety Engineering or a related field.The regular length of the Bachelor study should be of at least 6 semesters and should correspond to at least 180 ECTS credits and with a grade of (or equivalent to ) at least 3.0 after rounding down to the first decimal place in the German ranking system.
2\. Sufficiently good proficiency in English, documented by providing the results of a recently passed language certificate from one of the certificates listed below:
\- TOEFL2 iBT (internet-based) with at least 79 points or
\- TOEFL Essentials (internet-based) with at least 8.0 score or
\- IELTS test, academic module with at least 6.0 band score or
\- Cambrigde English Qualification with at least 173 points or certifcate in B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency,
B2 Business Vantage or C1 Business Higher or
\- PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic with at least 67 points or
\- telc English B2/C1 university or
\- NULTE certificate B2.
All certificates must not be older than two years at the time of enrolment.
Scientific Requirements for Admission
The following knowledge must have been acquired during the
bachelor study (percentages are used if no ECTS credits are provided):
knowledge of a programming language corresponding to 8 ECTS credits or 4% and
24 ECTS credits or 13% which can be assigned to one the following
specialization fields:
1\. Atmospheric Physics:
Experimental Physics (Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Atoms and Molecules), Thermodynamics, Data Analysis and Statistics
Self-assessment for Atmospheric Physics
2\. Computational Electromagnetics:
Electromagnetics / Electromagnetic Theory, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Techniques in Engineering /Computational Engineering
Self-assessment for Computational Electromagnetics
3\. Computational Finance:
Analysis I, II and III, Linear Algebra I and Introduction to Stochastic Calculus, Introduction into Numerical Analysis, Theory of Ordinary Differential Equations, Functional Analysis
Self-assessment for Computational Finance
4\. Computational Fluid Mechanics:
Fluid Mechanics, Numerical Methods (or similar)
CFM1-Self-assessment for Computational Fluid Dynamics
CFM2-Self-assessment for Pedestrian Dynamcis
5\. Detector Physics:
Newton’s laws, circular motion, harmonic oscillator, forced oscillations, energy and momentum conservation, elastic scattering. Basic relations of relativistic kinematics. Coloumb’s law of electric forces, Lorentz force, law of induction, propagation of planar electromagnetic waves in vacuum and matter. Quantisation of energy levels in atoms, excitations of atoms, photoelectric effect, description of microscopic particles with wave functions, Compton scattering. Radioactive decays.
Self-assessment for Detector Physics
6\. Imaging in Medicine
Atomic Physics, Nuclear Physics, Basic Quantum Mechanics
Self-assessment for Imaging in Medicine
7\. Molecular and Materials Modelling:
Physical Chemistry (including Introductory Thermodynamics), Modern General Physics.
Self-assessment for Molecular and Materials Modelling
8\. Theoretical Particle Physics:
Quantum Mechanics, Elementary Particle Physics, Theoretical Physics (Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Thermodynamics).
Self-assessment exercises for Theoretical Particle Physics
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If the bachelor knowledge is not sufficient for the choice of a specialization field, admission can be granted conditional on the fulfillment of further requirements. Mathematical knowledge corresponding to a Bachelor of Science or Engineering is assumed.
Bachelor degree in Applied Science, Business Mathematics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Safety Engineering or a related field.The regular length of the Bachelor study should be of at least 6 semesters and should correspond to at least 180 ECTS credits. A minimal mark of (or corresponding to) 3.0 after rounding down to the first decimal place in the German system is required.
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Step 3 Scientific Check
- Check by the CSiS admission committee.
- Applicants may be asked to submit a digital entrance test on Mathematics and Programming skills at Bachelor level.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Computer Simulation in Science
Programme-specific documents
Step 2 Send your application to uni-assist application portal
Register with uni-assist and upload the following list of documents:
A copy of your passport.
Non-German school-leaving certificates, with grade or grades achieved.
Certificate of any university entrance examination taken in your home country, or university admission test at a preparatory institute (Studienkolleg) in Germany or the TestAS certificate.
Evidence of completion, or part completion, of a Bachelor degree program (subject and grade transcripts, diploma or degree certificate etc.) with a grade of (or equivalent to ) at least 3.0 after rounding down to the first decimal place in the German system.
Evidence of proficiency in English.
If you are or were at any time enrolled at a German university or institute of higher education, enclose your current (or most recent) certificate of registration (Immatrikulationsbescheinigung) detailing the subject and number of semesters studied.
The completed form: Scientific Check Sheet which you have to download. Indicate two choices for the specialization in preferred order. The number of places in each specialization is limited. Therefore the final choice has to be left to us.
CV optional
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.
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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Step-by-step guide to applying for Computer Simulation in Science at University of Wuppertal (BUW)
Application procedure
Step 1 Inform Yourself
Read the requirements for the application:
Scientific Requirements
Formal Requirements
Step 2 Send your application to uni-assist application portal
Register with uni-assist and upload the following list of documents:
A copy of your passport.
Non-German school-leaving certificates, with grade or grades achieved.
Certificate of any university entrance examination taken in your home country, or university admission test at a preparatory institute (Studienkolleg) in Germany or the TestAS certificate.
Evidence of completion, or part completion, of a Bachelor degree program (subject and grade transcripts, diploma or degree certificate etc.) with a grade of (or equivalent to ) at least 3.0 after rounding down to the first decimal place in the German system.
Evidence of proficiency in English.
If you are or were at any time enrolled at a German university or institute of higher education, enclose your current (or most recent) certificate of registration (Immatrikulationsbescheinigung) detailing the subject and number of semesters studied.
The completed form: Scientific Check Sheet which you have to download. Indicate two choices for the specialization in preferred order. The number of places in each specialization is limited. Therefore the final choice has to be left to us.
CV optional
Note that: If the certificates are in a language other than English, an officially certified translation into German is also needed.
uni-assist application deadline for applications in winter semester 2024/25: upload corresponding documents and apply online with uni-assist between March 01 and May 31, 2024.
Please note: The application period with uni-assist starts on March 01 for this program. Based upon our experience of the last years we strongly recommend to apply without much delay as depending on which country you come from it will take a long time to get your visa. So if you do not want to delay the start of your studies by one year, send your application as soon as possible to uni-assist.
Step 3 Scientific Check
Check by the CSiS admission committee.
Applicants may be asked to submit a digital entrance test on Mathematics and Programming skills at Bachelor level.
Step 4 Admission
Successful applicants will be notified by the office for student admission and registration for international students (Internationales Studierendensekretariat).
Selection process
Check by the CSiS admission committee.
Applicants may be asked to submit a digital entrance test on Mathematics and Programming skills at Bachelor level.
Application quick facts
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Mode
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Application fee
75 EUR
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Complexity
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Address
CSiS Secretariat:
Susanne vom Brocke
Room: F.10.05
Phone: +49 202 439 2594
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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
40%
2 accepted out of 5 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.40
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
2.23
Best admitted grade
German scale
2.51
Avg. rejected grade
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Based on 5 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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