Study program

University

City

South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences

Informatics and Business

M.Sc. (Master of Science)

Subjects: Computer Science, Business Administration, Business Information Systems, Informatics

M.Sc.

Degree

ECTS

English & German

Language

Winter semester: 15 Jul

Summer semester: 15 Mar

Application Deadlines

1.5 Years (starting: Both semesters)

Duration

Free

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Both semesters
Mode of admission:: without admission restriction
Application:: students from Non-EU Countries: uni-assiststudents from All other options: directly at the University
Study mode:: On campus

Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

Become an expert in working at the interface between business, information technology, and engineering

Over the course of this master’s program, students learn how to combine knowledge of computer science and business administration. Students not only specialize in two core areas, but they also learn vital aspects of SAP, software engineering, IT auditing, information management, and data science, among other critical subject areas.

Bright career opportunities in industry 4.0

Graduates of this master’s program gain access to great job opportunities in mechanical engineering, plant engineering, electrical engineering, the automotive industry, the ITC industry, and the chemical industry, among many others.

Be part of a modern university of applied sciences

The University of Applied Sciences Südwestfalen is a thriving institution of higher education in the German region of North-Rhine Westphalia with campuses in five different cities. It is well known for its close connection to the regional industry and economy.

Study in the beautiful city of Hagen

The charming city of Hagen is located at the meeting point of the Sauerland and the metropolises of the Ruhr region in the heart of the thriving region of North Rhine-Westphalia. Students benefit from a pleasant atmosphere and are able to enjoy a variety of leisure activities.

Choose between two areas of specialization

This program offers students the option to choose between two interesting areas of specialization: ERP & Analytical Systems and IT Quality Management.

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Course Description

Do you wish to become an expert in working at the interface between business, information technology, and engineering? Do you want to specialize in one of these two areas: ERP & Analytical Systems or IT Quality Management? If these opportunities sound appealing to you, then the M.Sc. in Informatics and Business from South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences is the right choice for you! This program can be studied entirely in English and allows you to learn practical knowledge, interact with students of over 60 different nationalities, and be part of a top university of applied sciences.

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study Mode

Career Prospects

The M.Sc. in Informatics and Business is intended for holders of a first academic degree in:

Business Informatics
Industrial Engineering
Business Administration, or
Computer Sciences

Special Program Features

Study in a multicultural environment with people from over 60 countries

Students of this master’s program interact with fellow classmates from over 60 different countries and therefore have the enviable opportunity to gain additional vital intercultural competences.

First core area of specialization: ERP and Analytical Systems

Over the course of this specialization, students complete modules on Advanced Analytics, Enhancement & configuration of ERP systems, ERP Systems, and Smart Factories (SAP Leonardo for Industry 4.0), among many other topics.

Second core area of specialization: IT Quality Management

Over the course of this specialization, students complete modules on IT Quality Controlling, Design Thinking, IT Quality Management, and Requirements Engineering & Test Driven Development, among many other topics. This specialization offers students the opportunity to complete further education to Graduate with Certified Skills and Knowledge as ISTQB certified Tester.

Accreditations

ZEvA

The Central Evaluation and Accreditation Agency is an independent private accreditation agency in the tertiary education sector which accredits and evaluates study programs in Germany, Europe, and beyond.

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “Informatics and Business” are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degree

Previous degree (or equivalent) in:

Business Informatics

Industrial Engineering

Business Administration, or

Computer Science

Minimum ECTS points required:

210

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GPA

An overall grade of “Good” according to the German grading system.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.

English

CEFR English

min B2

TOEFL pBT

min 575

TOEFL CBT

min 232

TOEFL iBT

min 91

IELTS

min 6.5

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

Additional information:

University certificates will not be accepted. TOEFL, Cambridge, or IELTS score is a must. Only citizens from the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States of America, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand do not have to hand in an IELTS or TOEFL test result. Applicants can be admitted to the study program even without proof of sufficient knowledge of the German language. These students would be excluded from participating in German language modules.

Application & Admission

Application Deadlines

Locked

For Candidates with Previous Degree from

Winter Semester
(starting in October)

Summer Semester
(starting in April)

Germany

Winter Semester: -

Summer Semester: -

Another EU Country

Winter Semester: -

Summer Semester: -

Rest of the world

Winter Semester: -

Summer Semester: -

Applications are open from:

Winter semester:June 01 (German)June 01 (EU)March 01 (Non EU)

Summer semester:December 01 (German)December 01 (EU)December 01 (Non EU)

In 29 days free webinar

How to apply via uni-assist

Application Procedure & Selection

Mode of Admission:

without admission restriction

Admission Test/Interview:

None

Application:

students from Non-EU Countries: uni-assiststudents from All other options: directly at the University

Application Fee:

€ 75 for the first application, € 30 for each additional (only if application via uni-assist)

Application Documents

Online Application Form

Application for international students must be completed via uni-assist

More Info

First University-Level Degree Copy

All academic certificates must show individual course grades and CGPA.

Transcript of Records

All transcripts must show individual course grades and CGPA.
All transcripts must be accompanied by an explanation of the grading system. If your subject and grade summary does not include the applied grading system, please include information on the grading system used by your school or university as well.

School-Leaving Certificate

School leaving certificate/higher education entrance qualification (e.g., Abitur, Baccalaureate, GCE)

English Language Certificate → Language Requirements

Copy of Passport / Identity card

Testimonials

The international orientation of my study program was an advantage when I began my studies in 2009 and one of the reasons why I chose the FH SWF as my place of study. In retrospect, mandatory language courses and the participation in an international excursion made it easier for me to start my future career. Therefore, I’m pleased that the FH SWF is expanding its range of courses in a forward-looking way by including master’s programs in English like Business and Informatics.
Dr. Kathrin M. Show Testimonial