Philosophy and Computer Science

University of Bayreuth · Bayreuth, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Arts Master of Science
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Bayreuth
Apply by
Register by 15 July 2027
Starts
Winter semester

University of Bayreuth does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
The most important prerequisite for applying to this programme is having a strong interest in contemporary societal issues raised by new technologies. Apart from that, you’ll need: a Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) in computer science, philosophy or a related field (Applicants with interdisciplinary degrees in fields such as cognitive science or computational linguistics are also welcome to apply.) an up-to-date transcript of records a short essay outlining your reasons for choosing the Philosophy and Computer Science programme, the competencies that qualify you for the programme and how you plan to expand them through the programme (max. 500 words) excellent command of written and spoken English (B2) basic German (A1, can be acquired within the first year of study) Applicants from outside the EU who have obtained their degrees abroad also have to upload the application documents via uni-assist and undergo a fee-based special procedure. Applicants can find the relevant information for the document checking process here . For further information on the application process, please visit the programme website .
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First IELTS Academic: 6.5 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II
German language requirement
A1 required/recommended, no proof required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries 1 March - 15 July
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About this programme

From deep fakes to medical imaging, from smart environments to surveillance capitalism: modern information technologies challenge us to think carefully about their impact on society. The interdisciplinary Master’s programme in Philosophy & Computer Science (P&CS) at the University of Bayreuth trains a new generation of scientists and creative thinkers to critically and constructively navigate the social, epistemological, ethical, and institutional challenges of AI. It combines training in computational skills with deep philosophical analysis. Philosophy & Computer Science combines foundational education with cutting-edge research-related teaching. The philosophical education within the programme will cover ethical, epistemological and metaphysical questions posed by modern computer-based systems as well as the social, political and legal implications of the deployment of such systems. In the computer science modules, students will learn how modern software is created through both automated learning and algorithmic programming and work on practical applications. Graduates of Philosophy & Computer Science will thus be able to identify and respond to the key technical, social, ethical, and institutional challenges raised by new developments in information technology, including AI, machine learning, generative systems, recommendations, interaction with agents and assistants, and automated decision making. Graduates of Philosophy & Computer Science can be awarded either an MSc or

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