Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence Engineering
University of Passau · Passau, Europe
Duration
24 mo
Tuition
No tuition fee
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About this programme
Artificial intelligence (AI) now permeates all areas of our lives and holds enormous potential for the future. Mathematics and computer science provide the foundations for understanding and developing core AI technologies. In the Master of Science programme in Artificial Intelligence Engineering (AI Engineering), you will deal with scientific theories, algorithms and methods for designing and developing AI-based systems. You will also acquire the ability to integrate artificial intelligence into existing real-world systems (e.g. media systems, information systems, industrial processes) or to develop these yourself. In addition, you will study artificial intelligence from the perspective of other academic disciplines, as the widespread use of AI-based systems raises not only technical but also legal, ethical, social and economic questions. Features Research-oriented Master's degree leading to excellent career opportunities in a multitude of industries Study a subject at the interface between computer science and mathematics and gain insights into a wide range of cross-disciplinary areas of application (e.g. media, Industry 4.0, mobility). Broad selection of state-of-the-art subjects with an international outlook Superb staff-student ratio: study in small learning groups. The chairs and institutes maintain excellent relations with industrial and business partners. The whole programme is taught in English. Career prospects The demand for AI competencies in the labour market is increasing significantly. With a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence Engineering, you are able to work independently or take on executive positions and challenging jobs in the private and public sectors or academia. This degree opens up outstanding career opportunities in a wide range of industries, such as the following: Systems development and data analysis in the area of digital media Software engineering and IT systems development Data analysis in the financial and service sectors Development of AI-based solutions in the transport and mobility sector Control of industrial plants; Industry 4.0 The medical and pharmaceutical industries as well as life sciences Insurance companies and banks Finally, the degree opens up an academic career path if you continue studying for a doctorate in artificial intelligence development. Please visit our website to find out more about the programme syllabus and how to apply. This programme is divided into compulsory and compulsory elective module areas. In the compulsory area you will attend the Introduction to AI Engineering lecture as well as an AI Engineering seminar. You will also write your Master's thesis in this area. Compulsory elective modules The compulsory elective area is divided into the following six module groups: 1. Algorithm Engineering and Mathematical Modelling You will study the construction of deterministic and stochastic algorithms, their implementation, evaluation, and optimisation as well as the modelling and complexity analysis of discrete and continuous problems using mathematical methods. In addition, you will acquire fundamental knowledge of mathematical logic, stochastics, functional analysis, and discrete mathematics to enable a deeper algorithmic mathematical understanding of AI-based systems. 2. Artificial Intelligence Methods You will examine methods and algorithms of symbolic and sub-symbolic artificial intelligence and machine learning (e.g. reinforcement learning, knowledge representation and deduction systems). Furthermore, you will study underlying theories of learning systems and the application of algorithmic and mathematical principles for the realisation of artificial intelligence. 3. Artificial Intelligence System Engineering You will learn methods and structured process models for the development of AI-based systems. In particular, these include testing and evaluation strategies (e.g. generative adversarial testing or simulation), data and knowledge modelling methods, me
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E.G. UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II TOEIC: 785 Reading: 385 Listening: 400 Speaking: 160 Writing: 150 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 PTE Academic: 59 ISE (paper edition): ISE II IELTS Academic: 5.5 Cambridge English Qualifications Business (BEC) : B2 Business Vantage Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First
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Prerequisites
You are eligible for this programme if the following applies to you: You have an undergraduate university degree in computer science or mathematics with a computer science/mathematics component of at least 120 ECTS credits. Out of these 120 ECTS credits: at least 35 ECTS credits must have been earned in mathematics modules/courses, including theoretical computer science; at least 40 ECTS credits must have been earned in computer science modules/courses. If you completed a four-year, non-ECTS degree, the 120 ECTS credit requirement is deemed to be met if two-thirds of your credit points were earned in computer science/mathematics-related modules/courses. This is further qualified as follows: Your degree must have been earned over a course of study of a standard length of three years or more. The final grade for your first degree must be 2.7 or better under the German marking system, or the relevant equivalent final grade in a foreign marking system. If your final grade is not 2.7 (or the equivalent foreign grade) or better, you may still apply if you can prove that you ranked among the best 70% of graduates within your particular degree programme in the academic year in which your final certificate was issued (i.e. your cohort). In that case, you should provide an official certificate from your university registrar specifying the total number of graduates of your cohort as well as, importantly, the rank number/percentile you attained on the basis of your final grade. As part of the application, you must submit an English or German-language abstract/summary of your undergraduate dissertation/Bachelor's thesis/final year project. If you did not write a dissertation/thesis as a formal part of your prior degree programme, you may instead submit an academic research paper or publication that demonstrates your ability to solve a scientific research problem independently. Please note that we only recognise degrees awarded by universities with "H+" status in the anabin database of the German Central Office for Foreign Education.
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Tuition is No tuition fee. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. 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.
You are eligible for this programme if the following applies to you: You have an undergraduate university degree in computer science or mathematics with a computer science/mathematics component of at least 120 ECTS credits. Out of these 120 ECTS credits: at least 35 ECTS credits must have been earned in mathematics modules/courses, including theoretical computer science; at least 40 ECTS credits must have been earned in computer science modules/courses. If you completed a four-year, non-ECTS degree, the 120 ECTS credit requirement is deemed to be met if two-thirds of your credit points were earned in computer science/mathematics-related modules/courses. This is further qualified as follows: Your degree must have been earned over a course of study of a standard length of three years or more. The final grade for your first degree must be 2.7 or better under the German marking system, or the relevant equivalent final grade in a foreign marking system. If your final grade is not 2.7 (or the equivalent foreign grade) or better, you may still apply if you can prove that you ranked among the best 70% of graduates within your particular degree programme in the academic year in which your final certificate was issued (i.e. your cohort). In that case, you should provide an official certificate from your university registrar specifying the total number of graduates of your cohort as well as, importantly, the rank number/percentile you attained on the basis of your final grade. As part of the application, you must submit an English or German-language abstract/summary of your undergraduate dissertation/Bachelor's thesis/final year project. If you did not write a dissertation/thesis as a formal part of your prior degree programme, you may instead submit an academic research paper or publication that demonstrates your ability to solve a scientific research problem independently. Please note that we only recognise degrees awarded by universities with "H+" status in the anabin database of the German Central Office for Foreign Education. English: E.G. UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II TOEIC: 785 Reading: 385 Listening: 400 Speaking: 160 Writing: 150 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 72 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 PTE Academic: 59 ISE (paper edition): ISE II IELTS Academic: 5.5 Cambridge English Qualifications Business (BEC) : B2 Business Vantage Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First.
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