Master of Science in Communications and Electronics Engineering (MSCE) Technical University of Munich

In the first semester, students must pass core modules in Communications Systems (e.g. Channel Coding, Information Theory) and core modules in Communications Electronics (e.g. Electronic Design Automation, System-on-Chip Technologies).

The second and third semesters are composed of a mixture of elective courses, depending on the chosen specialisation.

Courses offered in the area Communications Systems include Channel Coding, Mobile Communications, Optical Communications, Cryptography and Network Security, IoT Security, Multimedia Communications, Machine Learning for Communications, MIMO Systems.

Courses offered in the area Communications Electronics include Electronic Design Automation, Analogue / Mixed Signal Circuit Design, Testing of Digital Design, Embedded Systems, Nanoelectronics.

The courses of both areas are accompanied by a broad range of supplementary labs and seminars.

A research internship of nine weeks duration in a German company or at another TUM Chair is also required.

The programme concludes with a Master’s thesis (with a six-month duration) during the fourth semester.

The MSCE programme is a two-year programme divided into four semesters, including three course semesters, a nine-week research internship and a six-month Master's thesis. MSCE offers core modules on Communications Systems and Communications Electronics.

The MSCE programme foresees a nine-week research internship during the semester break between the second and third semester. The university offers you not only advanced and up-to-date training but also its long tradition of scientific partnerships and cooperation with industry. Most of our teaching staff have years of experience working in high-tech companies. Their valuable industrial experience and connections are a further asset, in addition to their excellent international reputation in their respective fields of research.

Bachelor's or equivalent degree in electrical or electronics engineering, information technology, computer science, or a closely related field with focus on communications engineering

97 EUR per semester (as of April 2026)

For information on the cost of living in Germany, please refer to the following link: https://www.daad.de/en/studying-in-germany/living-in-germany/finances.

In addition to the paid nine-week research internship, students are allowed to work part-time for a company or for one of the chairs. There is ample opportunity to help finance your living expenses and tuition fees.

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