The Department of Computer Science is one of the best computer science departments in Germany (CHE ranking) and part of the Saarland Informatics Campus (SIC). During the first three semesters, students choose lectures and seminars (90 credit points). They can choose courses (core lectures, advanced lectures, and seminars) in their own fields of specialisation. During the fourth semester, every student has to write a thesis (30 credit points). We have a unique research environment at the university and the associated institutes: international teams of professors, postgraduates and students collaborate on various fields of research that cover a broad range of subject areas, with particular strengths in the following: artificial intelligence computational biology computational linguistics computer graphics algorithms and data structures computer networks image processing and computer vision information and database systems logic programming languages computer architecture security Several research groups are among the best in the world in their fields.
Students are free to choose courses according to their preferences. There is no fixed timetable for courses. Part-time studies are possible. PDF Download
Course details verified 09 Sep 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source
Intakes & deadlines
Winter semester
Dates confirmed for your profile
Open
Summer semester
Dates confirmed for your profile
Open
Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact application deadline for your profile, free.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, with a grade of at least 75%; completed online application form plus the following mandatory requirements: CV Statement of purpose Complete transcripts of records Two references from professors or employers English language certificate GRE Test / Gate Test
We confirm the exact costs and the scholarships you qualify for at Saarland University — free, for your profile. Need funding? Check your education-loan eligibility.
Typical graduate salary — Computer Science / IT, Europe
EUR 42,400–54,300/yr
· ≈ ₹45.1 L–₹57.7 L/yr
This is an indicative early-career range for the whole Computer Science / IT field in Europe,
from official graduate-outcome data — not a figure for this programme or university, and not a guarantee of
what you will earn. What you actually earn depends on the role, employer, city and your visa.
Rupee figure converted at the 26 Oct 2026 mid-market rate; your
bank's rate will be worse and currencies move, so use it for planning, not as the amount you will receive.
No tuition fee. Checked against the university's own fees page. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, with a grade of at least 75%; completed online application form plus the following mandatory requirements: CV Statement of purpose Complete transcripts of records Two references from professors or employers English language certificate GRE Test / Gate Test English: E.G. PTE Academic: 76 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 7.
The programme runs about 24 months full-time.
Yes — shortlisting, SOP, LOR, Resume, application, scholarships and visa guidance are all free. We're paid by partner universities, not by you.
Apply to Computer Science (MSc) — free help
A counsellor calls you back during office hours — 9am to 8pm IST, Mon to Sat. We are closed right now, so your request is first in line when we reopen.
A senior Vibedu counsellor
Study-abroad expert
Optional — so a counsellor can send your shortlist and documents in writing.
