This programme has an English-speaking branch, which guarantees that courses will be offered to students who do not speak German.
Applicants with a foreign degree:
Applicants with a German degree:
This Master's degree programme combines informatics with one of the subjects of biology, chemistry, physics, or biotechnology, in order to connect current methods and results of these natural or life science disciplines with those of computer science. The focus of teaching and research is on theoretical and applied methods. Special attention is given to convey skills required to communicate with specialists in both fields.
This programme has an English-speaking branch, which guarantees that courses will be offered to students who do not speak German.
The programme is designed for four semesters and 120 credit points. Exams are taken during the course of studies according to an ECTS-compatible credit point system.
All modules consist of compulsory courses, which can be chosen – students have the option to choose various courses from a list, but taking a selection of these courses is required.
We offer various possibilities for gaining international experiences and intercultural competences. The Erasmus+ programme connects us to universities in Europe. In addition, Bielefeld University has established international co-operations and partnerships with universities on other continents.
Approx. 320 EUR per semester
Costs for studying in Germany are relatively high due to the living expenses. A research study has shown that you can expect the following average costs:
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in informatics, including at least 50 credit points in fundamentals of computer science/mathematics and 40 credit points in natural sciences
Proficiency in English is usually verified by a language test: TOEFL (iBT) with a minimum of 87 points, or TELC English with a minimum grade of B2.
The Faculty of Technology will not incur any expenses for German courses for international students.
Applicants with a foreign degree:
Applicants with a German degree:
Basically, international students are allowed to work parallel to their studies for 120 full days or 240 half days per year without a work permit once they have successfully completed preparations for their studies and started a course.
A limited number of jobs are available at the university; however, jobs for students can also be found in companies in and around Bielefeld.
In Bielefeld, a broad range of accommodation options can be found at affordable prices. Halls of residence are run by the public "Studentenwerk" or private organisations.
Additionally, single apartments and rooms in shared flats with other students are available. The rent for a room in Bielefeld amounts to about 180 to 300 EUR per month. The International Office supports students who are searching for accommodation.
There are numerous institutions at Bielefeld University that support international students on their way to a successful degree. There are offers for study financing, psychosocial challenges, improving language skills, study organisation, academic work, networking with other students, residence law and much more.
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