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West Coast University of Applied Sciences (FH Westküste) Heide
Microelectronic Systems is an English-taught Master of Science at the West Coast University of Applied Sciences (FH Westküste) in Heide, offered jointly with HAW Hamburg. It takes 3 semesters (90 ECTS). You apply to FH Westküste for a summer start and to HAW Hamburg for a winter start. The programme focuses on developing and applying microelectronic systems, key technologies for the energy transition and digitalisation. Modules include system on chip, embedded signal processing, smart sensor systems, microtechnology, chip design, machine learning on embedded devices and high-speed digital design, plus two sustainable research projects; the third semester is your Master's thesis and colloquium. You design circuits with industry-standard software, test them in well-equipped labs, and can work with partners such as the Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology (ISIT). The degree also qualifies you for a PhD.
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What you need to apply for Microelectronic Systems (M.Sc.) at West Coast University of Applied Sciences (FH Westküste)
You can always apply. Just make sure you observe the deadlines! To be admitted, you must be able to demonstrate that you will complete your Bachelor's degree in good time before the start of the course, ie your thesis must be submitted before the end of the previous semester and a colloquium date must already have been set if possible.
Please always apply to the university that organizes the corresponding semester, i.e. for the winter semester in Hamburg, for the summer semester in Heide.
If you have been admitted with the requirement to earn 30 credits (0th semester), i.e. if you still have to complete courses in Hamburg in the summer semester, please enroll in Heide anyway.
All students can acquire the right to a semester ticket by paying the semester fee at the relevant university.
Summer semester: Apply via FH Westküste
Winter semester: Apply via HAW Hamburg Application period November 30 - February 17 (for summer semester) Semester contribution 91,00 € (no tuition fees) Language English
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Fritz-Thiedemann-Ring 20
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