Computer Science
University of Potsdam · Potsdam, Germany
Closing soon
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Application deadline
01 Dec 2026
Register by 1 December 2026 + 1 more
Starts
Winter semester, Summer semester
Tuition
No tuition fees
Duration
4 semesters
Taught in
English
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Can you get in?
- Academic requirements
- For the Master's programme in Computer Science at HPI, the following admission requirements apply. A Bachelor's degree * with a minimum total of 180 credit points in either Computer Science, IT-Systems Engineering, Data Science or related fields is needed. Further you need to show proficiency: Totalling at least 14 credit ** points: Algorithms, Data Structures, and Theoretical Computer Science Totalling at least 15 credit ** points: Software Development and Programming Languages Totalling at least 15 credit **…full text
- English
- C1C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: PTE Academic: 76 IELTS Academic: 7 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced TOEFL iBT Home Edition (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEFL iBT (before…
- German
- Not required for admission.
- How you apply
- Directly to University of Potsdam. The official programme listing links to the application portal.
- Application period
- The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the summer semester: 1 November - 1 December The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 1 April - 1 June
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Check my profile — freeWhat your first year costs
- Tuition (2 semesters)
- None
- Semester contribution (2×)
- No tuition is charged for studying at the University of Potsdam (with the exception of a few continuing education courses).
- Living costs (12 months)
- €11,292
From the programme's DAAD listing. The living-cost figure is the university's own estimate.
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Compare my optionsThe programme
The Master's in Computer Science at HPI is more than just a degree – it is an invitation to be at the forefront of technological development and actively shape the world of tomorrow – whether it's achieving better security on the internet or more precise diagnoses in medicine. The track structure allows you to explore the diversity of computer science while taking on the track and in an area that excites you the most.
- How it is organised
- In the Master's programme, the schedule can be arranged flexibly. Students individually choose their areas of specialisation from a wide variety of subjects.
- Internships
- The degree programme does not include a traditional internship semester; instead, the so-called Master's project, or "lab," is completed in the third semester.
- Part-time work
- Job opportunities for students alongside their studies are numerous. Depending on personal and professional skills, students can find jobs in the service sector (e.g.
- Support for international students
- The International Office of the Hasso Plattner Institutes welcomes you in Potsdam! We are committed to providing you with a stellar culturally-sensitive experience at HPI.
From your country
General requirements for master's applicants. Rules change — confirm with the university and your local German mission.
🇮🇳 Applying from India
- An APS India certificate is mandatory before your visa appointment — processing takes weeks, so start it the day you decide to apply.
- Budget for the blocked account (€11,904 for one year in 2026 — verify the current amount with the German Embassy).
- IELTS/TOEFL is typically required; some universities accept a Medium-of-Instruction letter — check the official program page.
🇳🇬 Applying from Nigeria
- Proof of funds is usually a blocked account; open it early — transfers and verification take time.
- WAEC/NECO results are assessed via uni-assist for most universities; a Studienkolleg year may be required for bachelor's entry.
- Visa appointment slots in Lagos and Abuja book out months ahead — book as soon as you have an admission letter.
🇻🇳 Applying from Vietnam
- APS Vietnam certification applies to Vietnamese applicants — schedule the document check before university deadlines.
- Most universities want IELTS 6.0–6.5 for English-taught programs; requirements vary by program.
- Plan finances around the blocked account plus health insurance — both are checked at the visa stage.
🇧🇩 Applying from Bangladesh
- Document verification is strict: keep certificates, transcripts, and bank papers consistent and genuine — discrepancies sink applications.
- The blocked account is the standard proof of funds. You do not need an admission letter to open one, so set it up alongside your applications.
- Apply to several programs in parallel — visa processing in Dhaka can be slow, and an early admission letter buys you time.
Living in Potsdam
A lake-and-palace capital city on Berlin's southwest border, with a university, a film school and a computer science institute.
Potsdam is the capital of Brandenburg and sits directly on the southwest edge of Berlin. You study between lakes, a UNESCO-listed palace park and the studios where German film has been made since 1912, and Berlin is a short train ride away.
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