Master in Applied Research in Computer Science (MSc)

For Master in Applied Research in Computer Science (MSc), tuition fees are 15,420 USD per year.

Applied Research in Computer Science at Hof University is a 3-semester Master's programme that places students inside active research groups at the Institute of Information Systems (iisys). Rather than following a conventional lecture-only structure, students spend substantial time working on research projects in areas such as machine learning and artificial intelligence, cyber-physical systems, smart data and data analytics, virtual and augmented reality, autonomous cars, digital mobility, digital healthcare, and the Internet of Things. Lectures in research methodology, computer science subjects, organisation science, and business law complement the project work. The programme suits applicants who want to move between academic research and practical application — gaining industry exposure through partner companies in Upper Franconia while working toward a Master's degree. Students develop skills in programming, architecture modelling, criteria-based comparisons, literature reviews, algorithm selection, and presentation, blending technical depth with communication and teamwork competencies. The programme is open in both winter and summer semesters. Career paths branch in two directions. Students with entrepreneurial ambitions can access direct support from the university's digital startup centre Einstein1 to build a company during their studies. Those with excellent grades may be considered for PhD studies after graduation. Beyond those routes, the broad technical and research skill set supports careers across industry roles at the interface of applied computer science and emerging technologies. Courses are held in English at Hof University of Applied Sciences in Hof, Germany.