Information Systems (MSc) Technical University of Munich

Integrated research and degree programmes designed for the future:
The TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) unites the disciplines of Mathematics, Informatics, and Electrical and Computer Engineering. Our research and teaching activities range from theoretical knowledge to its application, focussing across disciplines on the major challenges of our time, such as digital transformation. At the same time, our expertise remains firmly embedded in our core disciplines.

The purpose of the Information Systems discipline is the development and application of theory, concepts, models, methods, and tools for the analysis and the design of information systems in business and administration. As an interdisciplinary discipline, it addresses the need for integrating computer science and management in order to successfully identify and evaluate technological opportunities. Information system specialists can contribute to the technological and digital transformation and shape the resulting change processes.

The Master's degree programme in Information Systems enables students to design, implement and analyse complex information systems. This also includes designing systems that are available to organisations and that support management decisions based on the analysis of data.

The Master's programme is divided into the segments of Computer Science, Information Systems, Management, and Support Electives.

During the first three semesters, you will attend courses in the areas of process management, software engineering, databases, algorithms, machine learning, and management. In addition, you will have the opportunity to specialise in certain subject areas through elective modules.

The elective courses foster your interdisciplinary competencies. The Master's thesis in the fourth semester concludes the programme.

Not mandatory, but good possibilities during lecture-free periods

Students with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems (Wirtschaftsinformatik) which is equivalent to the BSc in Information Systems (Wirtschaftsinformatik) taught at TUM are eligible to apply. Other programmes do not qualify for this Master's degree.

Importance of Informatics and Mathematics foundations
An equivalent academic qualification in informatics and mathematics is very important to us. Therefore, if more than 14 credits are missing when comparing your modules to the following group of modules of the BSc in Wirtschaftsinformatik, your Bachelor's degree is not equivalent and the application will be rejected without further assessment:

• Introduction to Informatics
• Programming
• Software Engineering
• Algorithms and Data Structures
• Databases
• Computer Networks and Distributed Systems
• Linear Algebra for Informatics
• Analysis for Informatics
• Discrete Structures
• Discrete Probability Theory / Statistics

Applicants also have to provide proof of sufficient English language proficiency: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application/application-info-portal/admission-requirements/language-certificates.

The GRE or Gate Test is mandatory for applicants with a degree from Bangladesh, China, India, Iran and Pakistan.
Preliminary documentation from uni-assist for applicants who obtained their Bachelor's degree outside Germany is mandatory.

Further information: https://www.cit.tum.de/en/cit/studies/degree-programs/master-information-systems/

Please refer to this page for more details: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees.

In order to cover personal expenses while studying in Munich, we recommend a budget of approx. 1,500 EUR per month.

There are various job opportunities as teaching assistants and research assistants at the university.

Munich is also a very good place to find internships and jobs at software companies.

Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition/scholarships-and-waivers.

TUM has its own career service which offers application checks, career counselling and a mentoring programme: https://www.community.tum.de/en/career-service/.

• Career service offered
• Support for business creation offered

It’s not easy to find a place to live in Munich – but it’s not impossible either! TUM does not own any student residences, but tries to support students and staff in their search for accommodation by providing personal advice, housing listings and useful information to ensure that you can find a place to call your own.

https://www.tum.de/en/studies/during-your-studies/living-and-working/accommodations