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Intake Season

Winter (October)

Duration

4 semesters

Academic Admission

A HCISA candidate should have a recognised first degree (Bachelor of Science or Engineering) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or other closely related disciplines , awarded by an internationally recognised university-level institution. If a candidate has another first degree the background in computer science, maths and engineering should still be strong, otherwise a bridging course will be required or the application is not eligible for admission. (Please note that we do not check the eligibility of applicants via e-mail; you need to apply.) The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test is mandatory for your application . Applications without GRE General Test results will be rejected immediately. For English-taught programmes at RWTH Aachen University, candidates must be able to speak and write fluently in English (details below). Candidates should have also performed above average in their undergraduate studies and should have a substantial background in computer science and mathematics. The candidate needs to provide credits in the following areas : At least 28 CP from the field of applied computer science, including: min. 8 CP in programming min. 8 CP in data structures and algorithms min. 6 CP in databases and information systems min. 6 CP in elements of machine learning and data science min. 6 CP in software technology At least 18 cp from the field of computer engineering, including: min. 6 CP in computer & electrical engineering min. 6 CP in operating systems and system software min. 4 CP in IT security min. 6 CP in data communication and security At least 18 CP from the field of theoretical computer science, including: min. 6 CP in formal systems, automats and processes min. 6 CP in computability and complexity min. 6 CP in mathematical logic At least 26 CP from the field of mathematics, including: min. 6 CP in discrete structures min. 8 CP in mathematical analysis min. 6 CP in linear algebra min. 6 CP in applied stochastics Please note that credits are calculated by the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System . In case substantial background knowledge is missing, a bridging course can be assigned as an additional programme requirement. If more than 22 CP are missing, the candidate is not accepted for admission . Please note that we do not check for eligibility before the application deadline or via e-mail.

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

Not specified

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.