MSc Informatics

Overview

A research-oriented master covering algorithms, machine learning, distributed systems and formal methods, with an elective structure that lets you specialise from the first semester. Taught entirely in English at the Garching campus.

Tuition & fees

Tuition

€6,000 / semester

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Semester contribution

€145 / semester

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Estimated living cost

€1,350 / month

Indicative estimate for Munich, not a university figure.

Admission requirements

• Relevant bachelor degree in computer science or a closely related field
• Academic transcript with at least 60% of credits in computing subjects
• Curriculum analysis passed at the aptitude assessment stage
• Letter of motivation (max 2 pages)

Sample data — not verified · Technical University of Munich — entry requirements

Language requirements

Language: English

• IELTS 6.5
• TOEFL iBT 88

Application deadline

Sample data — not verified · Technical University of Munich — application dates

Program structure

120 ECTS

1. 1Semester 1–2: elective modules across three chosen specialisation areas
2. 2Semester 2–3: interdisciplinary project and seminar
3. 3Semester 3: guided research phase with a chair of your choice
4. 4Semester 4: master's thesis (30 ECTS)

Scholarships

• Deutschlandstipendium

  €300/month for two semesters, renewable

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About the university

A public research university concentrated on engineering, natural sciences, medicine and management. TUM runs a large English-taught master portfolio and charges no general tuition to international students at master level — only a semester contribution.

Founded

1868

Students

52,000

International students

34%

Living in Munich

Three main sites: the city centre campus, Garching (natural sciences and informatics) and Weihenstephan. Munich has the highest living costs in Germany, offset by strong working-student pay.

Application steps

1. 1Check whether the program applies directly or through uni-assist — most international master applications go through uni-assist.
2. 2Have your degree certificates and transcripts translated and certified, then submit them for preliminary review.
3. 3Upload the language certificate (IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught, TestDaF/DSH for German-taught).
4. 4Submit the online application before the deadline and pay the uni-assist handling fee where it applies.
5. 5After admission, open a blocked account, take out health insurance and book a visa appointment.

Official sources

• Technical University of Munich — feesSample data — not verified
• Technical University of Munich — application datesSample data — not verified
• Technical University of Munich — entry requirementsSample data — not verified