Computer Science for Industry and Business (MSc COSIB)

Universitat Konstanz · Constance, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
2 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Konstanz
Apply by
Register by 15 January 2027 + 2 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester
Tuition
€5,300

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Our admission committee decides on the basis of the application documents, using defined mandatory criteria and a points system, on the eligibility for the Master's programme in Computer Science for Industry and Business. Eligibility is granted if all mandatory criteria are met and additionally, at least 20 out of 35 points are achieved in the points system. In a first formal selection step, mandatory criteria such as a relevant degree, the final grade, proof of relevant prior knowledge in the field of computer science and mathematics, proof of at least one year of relevant professional experience, and sufficient English language skills are evaluated. If all mandatory criteria are met, points are awarded for the final grade, additional subject-specific knowledge, professional experience, and the study project. Be sure to familiarise yourself with the admission criteria and language requirements; they are listed in full on this website .
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 90 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 6
German language requirement
A2 required/recommended, no proof required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the summer semester: 26 November 2026 - 15 January 2027 The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the winter semester: 25 March 2027 - 30 April 2027 The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries Iceland Norway Liechtenstein Switzerland United Kingdom For the winter semester: 25 March 2027 - 30 June 2027
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About this programme

MSc COSIB - a continuing education / advanced Master’s programme for international IT talents and career changers with a focus on the German labour market COSIB programme and module structure Computer science is a dynamic and continuously evolving discipline. Professionals in this field constantly develop their technical and methodological skills – lifelong learning is therefore a central element of professional practice. In this context, the MSc COSIB has been designed. The programme is aimed at both aspiring and experienced international IT professionals who are either already active in the German labour market or specifically seeking to enter it. It offers a compact, structured, academically grounded opportunity to further develop existing knowledge and/or acquire new specialist competencies. For international career changers into IT You have completed a degree in a STEM field, already gained practical IT experience, and now wish to establish yourself in the IT industry in Germany through a structured academic pathway and a recognised academic qualification. The MSc COSIB provides you with solid foundations in computer science as well as a deeper understanding of selected specialist areas and supports you in qualifying as an IT professional for the German labour market. For international IT professionals outside Germany You already hold a degree in computer science or a closely related field and have gained professional IT experience. You now wish to strengthen your qualif

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