Artificial Intelligence for Industrial Applications (MSc) Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden (OTH)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become indispensable in the industry – whether in training cooperative robots, optimising processes or quality assurance.

The Master's programme in Artificial Intelligence for Industrial Applications gives you deep insights into how artificial intelligence works. It addresses current topics such as machine learning, natural language processing and computer vision. Solid theoretical principles and the current state of research are taught. The programme enables a practical and application-oriented education, in which you will design and prototype AI systems in practical projects in small groups. You will be taught by professors with strong research backgrounds and lecturers from the field of AI. They will provide you with the necessary knowledge to be able to work in the digital working world with a Master of Science degree.

The study programme addresses exciting future-oriented topics. In lectures you learn how to analyse data, train and evaluate AI models. Work is done in projects in teams or individually in seminars or in self study. You will work on the most up to date technologies in challenging applications. Elective course modules show different applications, mainly in smart factories. However, other domains like energy sector or medical technology are addressed as well in order to prepare for different career opportunities.

Our modern AI labs are well equipped with the latest technologies and high-performance GPU computers. Our professors and lecturers have acquired their knowledge at international universities and relevant research institutions.

A typical study plan consists of a bridge semester and three semesters of the Master's study programme.

During the bridge semester, you will be able to get to the campus, get familiar with university life (administration, online learning, curriculum) and get know the rich culture in the region. 

This semester gives you the opportunity to fill gaps in competences, which are necessary for further study. Different courses are offered in the winter and summer semester. You will learn how to organise in teams, plan projects, write reports with scientific methods, do problem-based learning and gain intercultural competence.

In the following semesters, you will learn the most important fundamentals and practical skills for the successful use of modern AI technologies. In the process, you will test and explore the use of artificial intelligence in the context of various application scenarios in several practical projects. In addition to subject-related content, you will be prepared for your everyday work in courses on soft skills.

You can choose elective modules on topics like AI security, embedded intelligence or energy management with AI methods.

Learning is done in lectures, seminars, self-study, project work and laboratory practice.

In the last semester, you will plan and execute your own research project. You will discuss research ideas and results. At the end, you will write your Master's thesis.

The language of instruction in all modules is English.

Upon completion of the programme, you will receive the "Master of Science (MSc) for Artificial Intelligence for Industrial Applications" academic degree.

Exemplary study programme for start in winter semester:

First semester: Bridge Modules

• Robotics Starter (team work)
• Medical System Engineering (individual work)
• Industry 4.0 project (project work)
• And three other bridge modules
• A2 German language course

Second semester

• Deep Learning
• Computer Vision and AI
• AI conference
• Elective modules

Third semester

• AI project
• Natural language processing
• Modern Databases and NoSQL
• Machine Learning
• Interdisciplinary topic
• Elective modules

Fourth semester

• Scientific writing
• Master's thesis

Winter semester application period:
15 April to 8 June

Summer semester application period:
1 November to 8 December

Please check our application portal for all current application deadlines.

Please note that there is a non-refundable 50 EUR application fee for each study programme application.

Applicants from outside the European Union need to have their degree verified by an independent organisation (e.g. uni-assist) before applying to the university.

Only for Indian students: The APS certificate is mandatory before uni-assist will provide you with your Vorprüfungsdokumentation/VPD.

More information on the general applications process can also be found here.

The consecutive Master's programme is aimed at graduates with a first relevant engineering or natural science university degree. Among others, the following courses of study are considered relevant:

• computer science (such as technical computer science, applied computer science, practical computer science, media computer science, medical computer science)
• electrical engineering and information technology
• mechatronics and digital automation
• comparable computer science courses with a technical orientation

The examination board decides on the relevance.

You can also find all information on this on the website of the programme.

In addition, an aptitude test will take place online, which tests the technical aptitude in the competence fields of computer science and mathematics. Further information will be provided after admission to the test. You can find the dates for the test periods on the university website.

All students need to pay a semester contribution of 87 EUR (student union fee).

The cost of living varies from approx. 750 EUR to 900 EUR per month.

Several internationally operating companies are located in Amberg, which regularly offer internships and working student activities.

The curriculum also gives students the opportunity to work part-time.

OTH PartnerCircle supports a good partnership between university and industry. You may find suitable part-time employment here.

In general, part-time jobs can be found at "Hochschuljobboerse" – also for remote work.

For career advisory services, please contact the Study and Career Service.

In Germany, enrolment does not automatically mean a place in student dormitories. Therefore start your search for accommodation as early as possible.

The public dorms administration (Studierendenwerk) is a completely separate organisational unit and not part of the university. Therefore, we have no influence on the allocation of rooms.

"Eisberg" student dorm in Amberg (107 places)
Rent: 340 EUR to 470 EUR (including advance payment of running costs), deposit: 370 EUR to 470 EUR

If you are unable to secure a room directly in the student dormitory, please check for other possible accommodations in and around Amberg. You can also refer to the following link.

To get a first impression of what our university has to offer, please take a look at our short OTH Amberg-Weiden Image Film!

Portfolio and departments

OTH Amberg-Weiden is a university with a very unique and international profile. About 50% of all students studying at our university are international students. The university offers over 50 study programmes in four departments (Industrial Engineering and Healthcare, Weiden Business School, Mechanical Engineering/ Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering / Media / Computer Sciences), which all reflect current developments in engineering and the economy.

The university cultivates a unique model of co-operations and partnerships with companies, guaranteeing a direct transfer of knowledge and experience between teaching and practice, science and the economy.

Study programmes

The university offers German and English taught programmes. To learn more about our programmes, take a look at the following website on our study programmes.

Services

OTH Amberg-Weiden places strong emphasis on service. A staff-to-student ratio of 1:40 ensures excellent conditions for students. Discussions during lectures, small groups and close contact between students and staff are simply taken for granted. The Student Office (Admission Office), Study and Career Service and International Office of the university are in close contact with applicants and students. The Student Office is responsible for the application and admission procedures.

Research

The OTH Amberg-Weiden is firmly rooted in the region of the Upper Palatinate, working in close collaboration with renowned regional, national and international businesses, which in turn benefit from the OTH’s expertise and innovative strength. The university has very close relationships with more than 30 member companies of the PartnerCircle, a close network of the most renowned companies in the region.

Key benefits

• Small student groups
• 24/7/365 library
• Fast and easy contact with lecturers
• Close linking of theory and practice
• Top business contacts for optimal career opportunities during and after your studies (PartnerCircle)
• Contact with many partner universities worldwide

Amberg with its centuries-old history offer plenty of culture, sports and culinary events. Highlights like old city celebrations, Christmas markets, sporting events, traditional Bavarian festivities, art or music festivals amongst others will make you feel at home soon.

Just see for yourself!
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