Overview
Overview
The Master’s programme in Applied Computer Science at Justus Liebig University Giessen is a consecutive programme designed for students holding relevant Bachelor’s degrees in Computer Science or Data Science. Further information on admission can be found in the ‘Application’ section.
The programme is research-oriented and combines in-depth knowledge of traditional computer science with the practical application of problem-solving methods, e.g. from the fields of artificial intelligence, modern data analysis techniques or innovative approaches to software development. It is therefore aimed at students who wish not only to expand their knowledge of computer science but also to deepen their expertise in specialised fields of application and qualify for challenging roles in academia and industry.
In this programme, you will acquire, among other things, advanced knowledge of applied computer science (such as IT security, artificial intelligence or database systems), methods for the application-oriented use of machine learning, and programming techniques. You will engage with current topics in computer science, acquire presentation skills for academic work, and gain specialised knowledge in topics of your choice, e.g.: artificial intelligence and machine learning, data analysis, smart cities, cloud computing, bioinformatics, neuroinformatics, physical measurement methods, algorithms and software engineering.
The programme is structured into compulsory modules, compulsory-elective modules, and specialisation and exploration modules. This enables you to develop your own individual profile during your studies, including interdisciplinary approaches. The ability to devise solutions to problems using innovative ideas, acquired during the Bachelor’s programme, is further developed through independent work on smaller research projects, particularly as part of the Master’s thesis.