International Programmes 2026/2027

Communication & Information Technology, MSc (CIT) Communication & Information Technology, MSc (CIT)

University of Bremen • Bremen

Degree
Master of Science
Course location
Bremen
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

The medium of instruction is English. The curriculum comprises a German language course.

Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Summer semester
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the summer semester:
1 August - 15 October
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The curriculum consists of compulsory courses and elective courses. You can choose from the list in the current course catalogue (lecture courses).
You may also choose courses not on the list after consultation with the Master's Examination Board.

Labs offer an opportunity for experimental work.
In a project, a scientific assignment for half a semester is given. It consists of scientific work, a written report and an oral presentation.
The Master's thesis completes the course.

The compulsory courses and labs are Advanced Digital Signal Processing, Channel Coding, Communication Networks, Electrodynamics, Network Simulation, RF-Front-End Devices and Circuits for Wireless Communications, Wireless Communication Technologies, Information and Communication Technology Lab I and II, and a (German) language course.
Elective courses can be chosen from a broad list of topics, e.g. Advanced Digital Communications, Emerging Networking Concepts, Antennas and Propagation, Nonlinear Systems, Advanced Control Systems Lab, Control Theory, Digital Electronics and Microsystems Technology Design Techniques, Next Generation Mobile Communication Systems, Internet of Things and more.

Course organisation

The programme is structured as three semesters of lectures, exercises, seminars, and laboratory courses, comprising compulsory modules, additional elective courses, a project and a Master's thesis.
The following institutes and departments are responsible for the organisation of the programme:

  • Institute for Telecommunications and High-Frequency Techniques (ITH)
    • Communication Networks (ComNets)
    • Department of Communications Engineering (ANT)
    • RF & Microwave Engineering (HF)
  • Institute for Electrical Drives, Power Electronics and Devices (IALB)
  • Institute for Microsensors, Actuators and Systems (IMSAS)
  • Institute for Electromagnetic Theory and Microelectronics (ITEM)
  • Institute for Automation (IAT)
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A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
Description of other international elements

We have numerous international partners from all over the world. We regularly host talks, guest lectures, joint projects and theses from New Zealand, USA, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Sri Lanka and many other countries.

Integrated internships

Internships as such are not a compulsory part of the curriculum, but are very welcome.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
Yes
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester
None
Semester contribution

Enrolment and semester fee: approximately 420 EUR, including a ticket for public transport in Bremen and Germany for six months. The fee is due each semester.

 

Costs of living

Accommodation on campus costs approx. 600 EUR per month. An inexpensive lunch in the refectory is available from 3 EUR per meal. Other costs (food, books, supplies, travel, clothes, sports/leisure, etc.) vary from person to person.
International students under 30 typically need about 800 to 1,100 EUR per month including living costs and health insurance (150 EUR per month for health insurance), while those over 30 usually need around 900 to 1,300 EUR or more per month because their health insurance is more expensive (250 to 350 EUR or more per month).

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements

Academic admission requirements include a degree (four-year Bachelor of Science or Engineering, German "FH Diplom") in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field awarded by an internationally recognised university-level institution as well as above-average results in undergraduate studies. Industrial experience is welcome, but it is not a prerequisite.

German language skills
No minimum language level required
English language skills
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.:
  • IELTS Academic: 7
Online self-assessment

A self-test is provided for candidates in order to evaluate their background and the expected level of knowledge.

Check here for more information.
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the summer semester:
1 August - 15 October
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
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Possibility of finding part-time employment

Students are encouraged to participate in research projects.

Accommodation

Adequate accommodation is available in student residences but you need to apply early. You can also look for private accommodation after arrival. Assistance in finding appropriate accommodation is offered.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Buddy programme

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