The English-language programme is the first Master’s degree course dealing with autonomous systems in Germany. It is run by globally recognised robotics experts, and the b-it bots RoboCup team has been successful on an international scale for several years.

The study programme in Business Information Systems provides students with an in-depth academic education and practical training in areas which bring together computer science and business administration. Students learn how to plan, develop, operate, use and assess business information and communications systems.

The study programme provides students with the methodological basics, systematic approaches and quality-oriented techniques needed for work in subject areas of computer science, including computer systems, programming, networks, embedded systems, multimedia and computational biology.

The MSc in Computer Science is a postgraduate programme which conveys advanced scientific concepts and methods of computer science with an application-oriented perspective.

The programme makes our graduates IT-all-rounders while also allowing them to specialize in one or more subjects according to their personal interests and career goals.

You have a strong interest in the technical side of computer games? You always wanted to know the science behind the entertainment? Then the Master "Visual Computing and Games Technology" is just right for you!

Our graduates qualify as specialists for the booming games industry as well as for other companies with a need for 3D-visualisations, simulations and Serious Games. Alternatively this is the ideal path to join the rapidly evolving interdisciplinary research in the field as a junior scientist.

The study programme in Electrical Engineering provides students with broad expertise in automation and information technology and also fully equips them for a career as an electrical engineer. The studies are very practice-oriented and also deal with issues of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources.

The Master programme Electrical Engineering provides a deeper insight into various fields of electrical engineering and emphasis the aspect electronical system development. Students are also required to work independently on a current research topic.

In cooperation with the Universidad Nacional de San Luis (Argentinia) you can study a binational program and a obtain a double master degree.

The cooperative study programme in Electrical Engineering is a combination of a degree programme in electrical engineering and an apprenticeship. After a four-and-a-half-year period of study, students acquire a vocational qualification and a university degree. The programme consists of practical semesters and study semesters.

The bilingual Master’s programme in International Media Studies, which is offered in conjunction with the University of Bonn and the Deutsche Welle broadcasting station, integrates issues relating to media and development cooperation, on the one hand, with media management and communications science, on the other. Above and beyond this, the programme includes journalism and practical media-based projects.

The study programme in Mechanical Engineering provides students with broad expertise in all areas relating to mechanical engineering and fully equips them for a career as a mechanical engineer. The studies are very practice-oriented and deal with issues relating to energy efficiency and renewable energy sources.

The Master’s programme in Mechanical Engineering deals with the interaction between mechanical, electronic and IT-disciplines. The studies provide students with in-depth insights into the discipline of mechatronics or virtual product development (VPO). Students are also required to work independently on a current research topic.

The cooperative degree programme in Mechanical Engineering is a combination of a university programme in mechanical engineering and a company apprenticeship. After a four-and-a-half-year period of study, students acquire a vocational qualification and a university degree. The programme consists of practical semesters and study semesters.

Today the society needs engineers who are excellent professionals but who also think about sustainability to assess the ecological, economical and social consequences of their work. That's what the bachelor programme Sustainable Engineering prepares you for. The study combines elements of electrical and mechanical engineering with various aspects of sustainability and puts its emphasis on renewable energy, power efficiency and environmental technology.
Graduates of the degree program are qualified for many industries. Occupations in the work environment of energy production and distribution as well as activities in industrial companies, planning offices and energy consulting are available. In addition, there are jobs in product development and product management in the manufacturing industry, as well as in public services, public authorities and municipalities in the work environment of energy and mobility.

The study programme in Technical Journalism/PR combines training in journalism and public relations with expertise in the basics of engineering or environmental engineering. The programme provides students with the skills needed to effectively communicate on complex technological issues.

The Master’s programme in Technology and Innovation Communications deals with the question of how to communicate technical and other innovations more effectively. In doing so, it also provides students with in-depth insights into social aspects and issues relating to the assessment of technical outcomes.

Visual formats are ideal for the presentation of technology. Both designing technology on a screen and conveying technology with animation and film is state of the art today. High-tec videos also appeal to viewers emotionally with captivating stories.

The degree programme Visual Technical Communication takes up these current developments. It’s the first programme of its kind in Germany. It is aimed at anyone who primarily wants to work with visual formats in technical journalism and in technical communication.

The study programme provides students with in-depth insights into the concepts, methods and tools of business administration and economics as well as basics of law and computer science. Particular importance is attached to furthering the students’ key skills.

The study programme includes in-depth, high-level training in basics and methods of business psychology. The practical semester at home or abroad ensures a strong application orientation.
Lecture language: German (single lectures in English are possible)

The aim of the masters‘ programme in business psychology is to convey applied knowledge, skills and methods for a self-reliant occupation in business psychology. This aim is to be achieved by using well-grounded business psychological fundamentals and methods as a basis in order to deepen understanding for economic goals, processes and behavior. This masters’ program is a full-time programme.

The MBA programme is designed for international students who, after having gained some professional experience, wish to further their management skills based on academic, interdisciplinary and intercultural exchange in order to achieve higher-level objectives in the areas of Corporate Social Responsibility and Non-Governmental Organisation (CSR & NGO) Management. Students of the MBA programme will be equipped with the know-how and the qualification they need to justice to the principles of sustainability directly within their professional working environment within an Non-Governmental Organization or a CSR department of a private company.

Classes
• 28 weekends (Friday and Saturday)
• 1 introductory week (start of the 1st semester)
• 1 week intensive seminar (start 3rd semester)

Within this Master’s programme, students widen their expertise in business administration, information technology and law, expressly linking the knowledge thus acquired with skills in IT and information management. In addition, students learn to initiate and manage change processes in all of a company’s departments.

Our new study programme International Business (Bachelor of Science) will develop your understanding of international business in a globalized world. Based on the latest theoretical concepts of business administration we aim to equip you with the key business skills to work successfully in an international environment. The course of study takes place near Cologne in Germany and provides you with sound business knowledge imparted by experienced lecturers from academia and corporate practice alongside equipping you with the proper skills and tools to successfully apply your expertise in practice. We strongly believe, that with our International Business Bachelor you build the perfect foundation for a career in international management.

Moreover, together with our partner universities from all over the world, we offer a range of specializations which will allow you to deepen your knowledge and meet your individual goals. The course is completely taught in English.

Within this Master’s programme, students learn to improve strategic and operational planning, decision-making and organisational processes. In addition, they widen their skills in using management accounting tools in key departments of a company.

The goal of the Master's programme is to give students a deeper understanding of marketing issues on the basis of a sound marketing-related training. In particular, various technological developments and future trends are taken into account in the development of markets. This ensures that the students are prepared for future market requirements and are very attractive for a potential employer. Classes will take place both on Campus Rheinbach and on Campus Sankt Augustin.

International quota: 7% of the available study places are reserved for applicants from non-EU countries. In terms of figures: 2 study places per year.

The study programme covers the fields of safety and security research, in particular with respect to food, medication, the environment and chemicals. It also provides students with methodological skills in the areas of instrumental analytics for chemistry and biology. Lecture languages: 50% German, 50% English.

This English-language programme specialises in modern disciplines of biology with a focus on biomedicine. A large number of international partner universities provide students with the opportunity to continue part of their studies abroad.

The Master’s programme deals with research topics from biomedicine, pharmacology, neurobiology, immunology and physiology in particular. This degree programme has an international focus.

The study programme combines a research-oriented education in chemistry with hands-on technology-based chemical and materials engineering – a practice-oriented programme.

The study programme provides students with skills in forensic analytics, with a focus on chemistry, materials science and biology. Criminological work at a crime scene, law and quality assurance supplement the scientific syllabus.
Lecture languages: 50% German, 50% English.

The study programme covers the fields of materials science and technical sustainability. It also provides students with methodological skills in the areas of materials development, processing and analysis plus the fields of sustainability aspects as efficient materials, life cycle assessment, conservation of resources and renewables.
Lecture languages: 50% German, 50% English.

The international Master’s programme is aimed at students who wish to deal with social security systems and who are also interested in intercultural exchange. The on-campus and online phases provide students with the opportunity to develop an international network and connect with practitioners in the field of social protection.

The degree programme provides students with an overview of social security systems. The thematic focus is on matters relating to organisation and finance, as well as on accident prevention and rehabilitation and compensation services. An integrated and interdisciplinary approach forms the basis of all these subject areas. To be admitted to the programme, students are required to undertake a study agreement with an accident insurance provider.

This is a new degree programme. You will find more information on this website soon.