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Non-EU applicants: 30 November; EU applicants: from early December to 15 January for the following summer semester
Non-EU applicants: 31 May; EU applicants: from early June to 15 July for the following winter semester
Our goal is to educate students in the most advanced techniques in geographic information processing. Building on a Bachelor of Science in Geoinformatics or a related discipline, the Master of Science in Geoinformatics and Spatial Data Science programme will further develop students' problem-solving skills and analytic capabilities, and teach innovative and creative scientific research methods. As one of the leading places for exploring new frontiers in geospatial information science, the Institute for Geoinformatics Münster provides Master's students with a chance to get personally involved in cutting-edge research projects. This opens opportunities to conduct Master's theses on new and emerging technologies. Obtaining a Master’s degree from the Institute for Geoinformatics will prepare you for a leading position in industry and academics. The medium of instruction is English.
The duration of the Master's programme is four semesters (120 ECTS credit points). Admission is possible for summer semester and winter semester.
Overview study programme:
Total: 120 credit points (8 out of the 10 modules)
Optional internship in Germany or abroad within the "Internship in Industry, Government or Research" module
Students must pay a semester contribution fee of 317.48 EUR per semester. This includes a "semester ticket" covering public transportation in the greater Münster area and throughout Germany.
You can find more information here:
https://www.uni-muenster.de/studieninteressierte/en/einschreibung/semesterbeitrag.shtml
We recommend that students budget at least 900 EUR per month to cover personal expenses (accommodation, living expenses, health insurance).
BSc in Geoinformatics or equivalent
English (TOEFL 550 paper-based or equivalent)
Non-EU applicants: 30 November; EU applicants: from early December to 15 January for the following summer semester
Non-EU applicants: 31 May; EU applicants: from early June to 15 July for the following winter semester
As in all popular university cities in Germany, accommodation is in high demand and is not easy to find in Münster – but it’s not impossible either!
Please contact the International Office (Bachelor's and Master's students) or the CERes (doctoral candidates) of the university for advice. Please also note that the University of Münster (like most German public universities) does not have its own student halls of residence.
With about 43,000 students and 5,500 academics, the University of Münster is one of the largest universities in Germany. It enjoys an outstanding reputation in the region and far beyond for its excellent research opportunities, high-quality teaching and promotion of junior researchers. Fifteen faculties with 280 degree programmes and some 30 research centres comprise the institutional backbone of the university. Besides its academic opportunities, the University of Münster offers a wide and varied range of extracurricular activities. Pursue your interests by participating in student societies, university theatre, choirs, orchestras, bands, and sports courses. Additionally, make sure to visit the university's museums and gardens to further enrich your experience.
Münster is located in north-west Germany, close to the border with the Netherlands. The city is a lively student town, famous for its bicycle-friendly atmosphere and student pubs. Of Münster's total population of approx. 319,400 inhabitants, over 62,800 are students at the different universities. Münster is a thriving centre of science and academia. It is a great place to live, learn and teach.
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