Career perspectives for graduates of Business Informatics are exceptionally positive and manifold. After graduation a wide range of excellent and rewarding career tracks are open to you as you have gained a unique set of technical and management skills during your studies which enhance the attractiveness towards prospective employers.

From the medical field to marketing, career prospects are possible in almost every industry. However, some sectors are currently leading the way in the field of business informatics: In logistics, software development and also in the field of management consulting.
 

The goal of the master's program is to provide graduate's with professional and interdisciplinary qualifications.

Students learn statistical and computational methods for collecting, managing, and analyzing large and complex data sets, as well as extracting knowledge and information from these data sets. The degree also includes courses on data security, data confidentiality, and data ethics. Taking into account the requirements and changes in the professional world, the program is designed to provide students with the necessary subject-specific knowledge and methods in such a way that it enables them to reflect scientifically, to apply scientific knowledge and methods, and to act responsibly in the corresponding professional fields.

Graduates of the master's program have excellent career opportunities in industry and business as well as in science and research.

The master's study program consists of 90 credit points and is arranged full-time, in 3 semesters, as well as part-time, in 5 semesters.

The program pursues several objectives to enhance your professional expertise.

The winter semester runs from September to January and the summer semester runs from March to July.  

The program has a modular structure, comprising mandatory and elective modules. In general, elective modules are offered in relation to the core competencies. These  modules vary each semester.

A compulsory module is "Introduction to Scientific Working" with 2 ECTS. It serves as preparation for scientific working during the master's thesis.

The third / fifth semester is reserved for themaster's thesis and the colloquium. You can freely choose to prepare the master 's thesis at the university or in the industry with a combined supervison of a professor and an industrial supervisor. The university recommends the latter in most cases.

German Language courses are offered exclusively for students of this master´s study program. In small groups, the language level is determined and courses are designed to enhance knowledge accordingly. The participation is optional, but we highly recommend to gain an adequate language level to increase future career perspectives.

In addition, factory visits and excursions as well as guest lectures are scheduled to amass knowledge on different aspects of work settings as well as intercultural features. The factory visit includes a presentation of the company's Human Ressource representatives the company itself and a Q&A session.

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Below you will find an overview of the most important aspects for pursuing the master's study program Business Informatics:

• A degree in Master of Science (M.Sc.) qualifies for a PhD position
• Small study groups promote practical learning, individual approach and personal support for the students
• Intensive care for applicants, students and alumni. The Coordination Office assists and guides you from your application, through your studies and after graduation in personal and study related issues.
• The course starts in the winter and in the summer semester.
• The duration of the course is only full-time, in 3 semesters, as well as part-time, in 5 semesters
• The course is purely English-speaking, but students can also take German-language courses as an option, thus intensifying the German language
• Focused on intensive teamwork, direct discussion with lecturers and students and individual approach to the needs and requirements of the students.

What requirements must be fulfilled to be admitted for the master's program Business Informatics?

• gained a bachelor´s degree in a technical field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, natural sciences, information science.

Note: If you graduated in a three years program with 180 ECTS/CP, you would need to compensate missing ECTS with additional courses during your study.

• 1 year full time work experience in an industry (internships do not count). Incomplete applications or applications which were not submitted in the correct form or on time, cannot be considered.
• Proof of English language skills (certified)

Will my application be accepted if it reaches after the deadline?

No, the deadline will be the latest date for incoming applications. No exceptions will be made.

Should I enclose recommendation letters from my current university?

No, this is not necessary. Only letters showing work experience after graduation are necessary.

What is the latest date to transfer my tuition fee?

If you start in March, the tuition fee should be transfered before beginning of February. If you start in September, the tuition fee should be transfered before beginning of August.

Does an internship count as work experience?

An internship does not count as work experience. You need at least one year of professional work experience in an industry. Incomplete applications or applications which were not submitted in the correct form or on time, cannot be considered.

Can you keep me updated on my visa procedure? 

Unfortunately, we cannot keep you updated on your visa procedure, as the university itself has no influence on the administration of visa applications. You can get information via the embassy or the German foreign registration office.

Do I have to obtain German skills previous to my arrival in Germany?

You do not have to obtain German language skills previous to your arrival in Germany. German language courses are offered on campus.

Do I have to apply for a health insurance?

International students studying in Germany are required to show proof of a proper health insurance. If you do not have international health insurance that is valid in Germany, it is indispensable to become informed about options for applying for governmental health insurance. Please note that governmental health insurance is valid only for those under 30 years old. Students who are over 30 are required to have private health insurance.

How can I find an accommodation?

You have the possibility to apply for a room in a student dormitory before your arrival. You can find more information directly via Studierendenwerk Oldenburg.  The Coordination Office will also support you in finding suitable accommodation.

Do you offer scholarships?
The University of Applied Sciences Emden/Leer offers different scholarships. You can get detailed information via the university's scholarship site.

You can find all the information you need to start your studies here.