Embedded Systems (MSc) Saarland University

The Department of Computer Science is one of the best computer science departments in Germany (CHE ranking) and part of the Saarland Informatics Campus (SIC).

This programme joins the forces of one of the highest-rated computer science departments in Germany and a first-class engineering department. What do insulin pumps, dishwashers, solar collector systems, high-speed trains, and modern sewing machines all have in common? They all function because they have one or more microprocessors housed within them. These embedded systems mean that washing machines are able to use less electricity and less water, cars have improved fuel economy, wheels do not spin, and airbags inflate at the right time. Saarland University is now offering a Master's degree programme in this area of very strong growth.

https://saarland-informatics-campus.de/en/studium-studies/master-english/#CS-custom-anchor-Embedded-Systems

Students are free to choose courses according to their preferences. There is no given timetable for the completion of courses.
Part-time studies are possible.

• Max Planck Institute for Informatics
• Max Planck Institute for Software Systems
• German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI)
• CISPA – Helmholtz Center for Information Security

Internships are possible, but they are not compulsory.

For the winter semester:

Early deadline: Applicants who apply by 15 November for the following winter semester can expect to receive a letter of admission by mid-February.

Regular deadline: 15 May. A decision can be expected in August.

For the summer semester:

Early deadline: Applicants who apply by 15 May for the following summer semester can expect to receive a letter of admission by mid-July.

Regular deadline: 15 November. A decision can be expected in January.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, embedded systems, computer and communications technology, or a related field, with a grade of at least 75%; completed online application form plus the following:

• cover letter stating why you would like to join the MSc programme
• your CV
• certified copies of all degrees and other relevant academic qualifications
• full academic transcript of all courses taken, detailing course content and duration
• two letters of recommendation
• English language certificate
• GRE Test / Gate Test

Students only have to pay an administrative fee of 394.30 EUR per semester. This includes a pass for free public transport throughout the state of Saarland, payment of premiums for insurance coverage and access to university facilities. It also entitles students to eat at the university canteens at reduced prices.

There are no tuition fees, and the cost of living in this smaller city with a vibrant cultural scene is moderate.

The Welcome Center at Saarland University provides information on working and living in Saarbrücken. For more information, please visit their website: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/living-working.html.

Cost of Living: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/preparing/financing/cost-of-living.html

Jobs as tutors and research assistants are available in the department and cooperating institutes each semester. Openings are posted on bulletin boards and on our websites.

Additionally, check out the career portal of Saarland University: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/institution/career-center.html.

Also check out the welcome centre's guide for general information on working in Germany: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/living-working.

Local and national scholarship programmes are available, for example, the "Deutschlandstipendium".

https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/institution/career-center/for-students.html

You can choose between student accommodation or private housing in the city centre, for example. More information on accommodation in Saarbrücken can be found here: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/global/welcome-center/accommodation.html.