Computer Science International (CSI) University of Rostock

The Master's programme in Computer Science International is research oriented. It qualifies students for occupational fields related to computer science in industry, academia, and public service. Graduates acquire skills and competencies that enable them to understand, evaluate, and systematically solve problems in computer science based on solid theoretical grounds and engineering methods. They are able to individually familiarise themselves with specific questions and tasks of their discipline and to contribute to the further development of their field.

The programme offers two core topics:

• Information Systems
• Complex Systems

The core topic of Information Systems focusses on the design of software, algorithms, and data structures for information systems, techniques for the efficient analysis of large amounts of data as well as related topics. It comprises issues from the area of data bases such as managing, retrieving, and analysing large amounts of data and modern approaches to big data and data mining that combine and jointly analyse complex models with large data sets. Another focus is the traceability of processes and results and on protection of privacy. This core topic also includes topics from the realm of software engineering such as requirements engineering, human-computer interaction and software development processes, as well as the basics of machine learning (or, more generally, artificial intelligence), interactive visual analysis, and the development and use of simulation models.

The core topic of Complex Systems deals with architectures, models, methods, algorithms, and tools for IT systems that, due to their size and complexity, require systematic approaches for their design, implementation, and operation. The topic also touches surrounding fields. Complexity of studied systems results from the distribution and the large number of interacting components, their heterogeneous nature, and the multitude of mutual dependencies. This core topic includes lectures from the areas of modelling, simulation, and systems analysis for the design, evaluation, and verification of complex systems and the determination of core properties of such systems (e.g. correctness). Finally, this core topic covers methods for asserting performance, safety, and reliability of complex systems. To this end, methods of self-organisation, fault tolerance, safety, cryptography, distributed algorithms, middleware, and World Wide Web technology are included.

Computer science courses (78 credits, excluding thesis), non-technical option (12 credits), Master's thesis (30 credits)

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First academic degree (at least 180 credit points) in computer science or a related scientific study field, good knowledge of English (see below)
Applicants need to show extended knowledge worth at least 18 credit points in mathematics and 12 credit points in theoretical computer science.

Applicants will only be admitted if successful graduation from the Master's course of study is anticipated. Therefore, we only accept candidates who have completed their first university degree with at least 85% of the CGPA (cumulative grade point average [e.g. your final Bachelor's grade should be better than 3.5 out of 4 or 8.5 out of 10 ...]) or with a comparable grade in a different grading system. Alternatively, the applicant should be able to demonstrate any other qualifications relevant to this Master's course of study that may lead to the prospect of successful graduation based on overall academic progress.

Additionally, you can enhance your performance with a GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) with a minimum score of 500.

333 EUR per semester (may increase each semester), including the semester ticket

There are limited opportunities for international students to work while studying. Foreign students with a residence permit for study purposes are allowed to work as far as this work does not exceed 120 full days or 240 half days a calendar year. In addition, they can work as student assistants. Other jobs need to be approved by the labour authorities and the Immigration Office. Permissions are granted only in special cases. Thus, you should not plan to finance your studies by working during the programme.

Rostock's dormitory places are arranged and assigned by the student services organisation, "Studierendenwerk Rostock-Wismar". Their website provides information on location, facilities, and monthly rent. An application for a place in a dormitory can be submitted online or downloaded and sent by mail to the following address:

Studierendenwerk Rostock – Wismar
Abt. Studentisches Wohnen
St.-Georg-Straße 104 - 107
18055 Rostock
Germany

The University of Rostock was founded in 1419 and is considered the oldest university in the Baltic area. The motto "Traditio et Innovatio" illustrates what makes up our university: studying at a university full of tradition and history, but nevertheless open to change and new ideas. The University of Rostock offers a wide variety of subjects in 10 different departments, very good student services, and high-quality research and teaching opportunities. Studying in Rostock is a win for your personal development. Not only will you acquire an understanding of intercultural differences and a proficiency for the German language, but a study abroad will also help you begin creating international contacts and friendships. The University of Rostock always welcomes new guests and would like to welcome you to Rostock!

With approx. 200,000 inhabitants, Rostock is the biggest town in as well as the economic centre of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.

• Rostock is a vintage Hanseatic and harbour town.
• It is located close to the beautiful Baltic Sea coastline, which is only half an hour away from the centre of the city by bicycle.
• There are theatres, museums, and a very lively cultural scene. You may relax at the zoo, the botanical garden, the IGA park, or in some of the many other green spaces.
• Every year in August, Rostock hosts a big international party at the Hanse-Sail, with sailing boats from all over the world and around one million visitors.
• The "Kröpeliner-Tor-Vorstadt" is distinguished as a very lively student area, with its popular café and pub scene.