Industrial Informatics (M.Eng.)

In the master's program Industrial Informatics, you will gain advanced knowledge in the field of application of electrical engineering and computer science: from automation systems to robotics and mechatronics, from embedded systems to modeling and visualization, from network technologies to security concepts.

You will graduate from this master's program with the academic degree Master of Engineering. Particularly qualified graduates of Industrial Informatics have the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in cooperation with one of our university partners.

The master's program Industrial Informatics offers you a practical education in the field of industrial applications of electrical engineering and computer science. The carefully selected content of the program ensures a successful entry into fields that are in high demand due to the integration of information technologies in the industrial environment. In addition to lectures and internships, the advanced specialization projects and accompanying seminars prepare you intensively for independent and scientific work. These topics often stem from current research projects, which are typically conducted in cooperation with companies. This allows you to establish yourself sustainably in the growing, future-oriented job market after completing your studies, well-equipped with skills and knowledge.

The entry requirement for the consecutive master's program Industrial Informatics is a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a bachelor's degree (7 semesters / 210 ECTS). Other equivalent bachelor's degrees may be recognized as entry requirements after individual assessment.

For students who have completed a 6-semester bachelor's program, a supplementary program is offered to acquire missing knowledge, totaling 30 ECTS. Depending on your prior knowledge and the focus of your previous bachelor's degree, this program includes modules from the study programs at Hochschule Emden/Leer. For students from other universities, the content is determined in consultation with the selection committee for the master's program.

Degree

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)

Standard period of studies

3 semesters

Start of studies

Summer and winter semester

Location

Emden

Language

Instruction language: English, Examination language: English or German upon request

Admission requirements

Completed bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering in Cooperative Education, Computer Science, Computer Science in Cooperative Education, Sustainable Energy Systems, Mechanical Engineering and Design, Mechanical Engineering and Design in Cooperative Education at Hochschule Emden/Leer or in a professionally suitable bachelor's program. The admission procedure is regulated in the access and admission regulations. (Zugangs- und Zulassungsordnung)

Restricted admission

Yes

Credit Points

90 ECTS

Accreditation

Accredited by ZEvA (Central Evaluation and Accreditation Agency Hannover)

Department

Faculty of Technology

As a graduate of the Master's program in Industrial Informatics, you will have a wide range of career opportunities, focusing particularly on the following areas:

  • Industrial information and communication technologies,
  • Automation technology,
  • Robotics and Mechatronics.

Due to the increasing importance of these topics in the field of industrial applications and systems, you will have excellent job prospects. Employers include numerous medium-sized companies and industrial enterprises in Germany and abroad, which offer innovative products and services for a rapidly growing market.

The qualification goals of the Master's program in Industrial Informatics include:

  1. In-depth knowledge in the areas of industrial information and communication technologies, automation technology, and robotics and mechatronics.
  2. Ability to analyze, plan, and implement solutions for complex technical problems in industrial environments.
  3. Development of leadership skills to lead interdisciplinary teams and projects in the field of industrial informatics.
  4. In-depth knowledge of current research methods and techniques to advance innovative solutions and technologies.
  5. Ability for continuous learning and adaptation to changing technological and industrial requirements.
  6. Development of communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts and solutions both technically and to a broad audience.

These qualification goals are intended to ensure that graduates of the Master's program in Industrial Informatics are well-equipped to succeed in various professional contexts in the industry and make a positive contribution to the advancement of industrial technologies.

The master's program encompasses 3 semesters. Combined with the Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or with the Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, the consecutive study program has a total duration of 5 years.

In the first two semesters of the Master's program in Industrial Informatics, necessary subject areas are supplemented through lectures. To further develop practical skills, these lectures are accompanied by larger projects during this time. The program concludes with the master's thesis in the third semester.

The application is online. Link towards the application portal.

Semester start

Winter Semester and Summer Semester

Deadline for applications

WS:15.07.  (EU applicants) 30.05. (non-EU)
SS: 15.01.  (EU applicants) 30.11. (non-EU)

Admission restrictions

yes

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regarding the study program

StudiendekanIn und Sekretariat

for orientation and study decision

Student Counselling Service
MINT – Studieren mit Perspektive (Koordinierungsstelle für Studieninformation und -beratung in Niedersachsen)

regarding finance

Studentenwerk Oldenburg

regarding the application

Admission and examination office

You will find the required information about the application process and dates, admission requirements and required fees on the DAAD website:

The teaching language for the Master programme “Industrial Informatics” is English.

As all courses are taught in English, knowledge of German is not officially required. However, to be able to communicate with people in general a basic knowledge of German is desirable. Introductory German language courses are offered on-campus before or at the beginning of the semester. To be able to select any subject taught in German (e.g. as compulsory optional subject) the language requirement is German B2 (ECTS) or equivalent.

Remark:


Basic knowledge of Real-Time-Critical Systems and Software Engineering (incl. Programming) is an essential requirement for successful participation in this Master programme.

For international applicants, admission takes place ‘online’ over the UniAssist website:

The number of available places for this program is restricted and a ranking will be made by the admission committee, which takes into consideration the final grade of the previous bachelor degree as well as relevant industrial experience.

If you are successful in the admission, ‘paper’ copies of admission documents are required to be presented to the university on arrival.

Starting in the winter semester of 2024/25, we will offer an updated curriculum (MPO24). First-year students can only enroll in this new curriculum. Students in higher semesters have the option to continue their studies under the previous curriculum. The relevant information for your program under MPO 2017 can still be found here:

Scientific Presentation

Learning Industrial Cyber-Physical Systems and Industry 4.0-Compliant Solutions

A video explaining the scientific rationale of our specialisation “Industrial Cyber-Physical Systems” as presented at the 3rd IEEE International Conference on Industrial Cyber-Physical Systems (ICPS 2020)

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