FAQ: Autonomous Systems (M.Sc.)

The degree programme covers all aspects necessary for programming, building, designing, using and deploying robots. The modules cover topics in the fields of embedded systems, machine learning, localisation and navigation, neural networks, sensor technology and the reliability of embedded systems. Many of these topics, like robotics itself, are interdisciplinary and find application in many other fields. Most of the examples and practical courses relate to robotics, such as in the RoboCup: designing a filter to reliably understand human voice commands.

You may retake the IELTS/ TOEFL test and apply within the application perion with a confirmation of registration to a new test taking place in the near future. Enrolment is only possible if you have achieved the required test result.

No, the dMAT score from the APS India will not be considered during the evaluation process.

No, the application for the study place includes a request for an internship.

If you are admitted, you will receive an email confirming your admission and providing further information. All non-European applicants will receive confirmation of admission no later than 4 months after the application deadline. Please do not call or email to enquire about the status of your application before the deadline.

Yes, this is possible. You will be informed as soon as the application process has been completed and the decisions have been made. Always follow the status of your application in the application portal.

The letter of admission will list exactly which additional courses must be taken and the number of ECTS credit points required. These credits do not count towards the Autonomous Systems (M.Sc.) degree programme, but are used for basic education.

Regardless of this, you should be on campus no later than three weeks before the start of the lecture period in order to be able to attend the Foundations Course as well as formal and informal introductory events. Lectures usually begin at the end of March in the Summer semester and at the end of September in the Winter semester.

In this case, the number of qualified applicants is higher than the number of internships available for the semester. If you are still interested in a place, please apply in the following semester. However, no study place can be guaranteed even then.

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Yes, the university offers free German language courses for enrolled students. There are various courses available, depending on your prior knowledge. Upon admission, you will be asked whether you are interested in such a course and what your level of prior knowledge of German is.

The monthly cost of living for students in Germany is approximately € 992. This includes rent (student accommodation), travel costs, food assignments, clothing, study materials, health insurance, telephone, internet, radio and television licence fees, as well as leisure activities.

No, the university and the department do not offer scholarships.

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The degree programme is very demanding and you will probably spend most of your time working on lectures and group projects. Work opportunities within the university are limited and are offered to outstanding students from the second semester onwards.