Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Specialise in electronics design, communication engineering, or automation at Germany’s University of Siegen with research-focused training.
Best for:Best for graduates in electrical engineering, electronics, or related fields seeking advanced technical expertise in microelectronics, communication systems, or automation with a strong research component.
Overview
The University of Siegen offers a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering with three specialisations: Electronics Design and Technology, Communication Engineering, and Automation Engineering. This programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, including hands-on experience in cleanrooms, advanced circuit design, and communication systems. Students engage in interdisciplinary research projects, collaborate with international partners, and develop soft skills like teamwork and leadership. The curriculum includes core modules, electives, and a 30-credit Master’s thesis, with opportunities to explore emerging fields like AI chips, robotics, and quantum technologies. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, industry, and international firms, particularly in high-tech sectors.
What you'll do
- Complete seven core modules covering theoretical and practical aspects of electrical engineering, including semiconductor electronics, analogue/digital circuits, and embedded systems.
- Select five elective modules to specialise in advanced topics such as nanotechnology, AI chips, robotics, or communication security.
- Conduct project work (9 CP) and a Master’s thesis (30 CP) under faculty supervision, with opportunities to collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects.
- Develop soft skills such as presentation, teamwork, management, and leadership through group projects and collaborative assignments.
- Engage in international projects and seminars with guest lecturers from Germany and abroad.
- Participate in hands-on laboratory work, including cleanroom fabrication and testing of nanoscale electronic devices.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges in areas like sensorics, healthcare, automotive, and industrial control systems.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree equivalent to the University of Siegen’s Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Communication/Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Instrumentation/Control Engineering, Engineering Physics, or Mechatronics (minimum 6 semesters).
Degree offered: Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Language: English; B2 level (TOEFL iBT 87 or IELTS Academic 6.0). No German language requirement.
Instruction: English (with option to write Master’s thesis in German or English).
- Proven skills in mathematical foundations (20 CP minimum, including linear algebra, calculus, and statistics).
- Scientific basics (15 CP minimum, covering physics, chemistry, or related disciplines).
- Basics of electrical engineering and measurement technology (20 CP minimum).
- Theoretical electrical engineering (10 CP minimum, including field theory, signal, and system theory).
- Project experience (10 CP minimum, including a Bachelor’s thesis).
- Specialisation-specific prerequisites: 20 CP in relevant fields (e.g., Communications Engineering for communication specialisation, Semiconductor/Circuit Technology for electronics specialisation, Control Technology for automation specialisation).
- Proficiency in English at B2 level (or equivalent, e.g., TOEFL iBT 87 or IELTS Academic 6.0).
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree equivalent to the University of Siegen’s Bachelor’s in a relevant field.
- No nationality or residency restrictions; open to all countries.
- No age limit specified.
- No prior experience caps beyond the Bachelor’s degree and required CP prerequisites.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-04-30
Applicants must submit their application via the official university portal, Unisono. The application includes academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a CV, and a statement of purpose. Specialisation-specific prerequisites must be verified. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the deadline.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)
- CV/resumé
- Statement of purpose or motivation letter
- Proof of required CP prerequisites (e.g., mathematical foundations, electrical engineering basics)
- Passport-sized photograph
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