Web Engineering Chemnitz University of Technology

The courses are taught 100% in English. Students can choose to write the Master's thesis in English or in German.

The Master's degree programme in Web Engineering provides a systematic and quantifiable approach to the design, implementation, and operation of web-based solutions. It not only teaches the necessary knowledge on technologies for web-based and data-centred applications but also enables graduates to deal with fast-moving technology cycles in the context of life-long learning.

The main focus of the Master's degree programme in Web Engineering is based on the following subjects:

• Current trends in web engineering
• Cloud & web applications
• Software service engineering
• Databases
• Data science and data engineering
• Model-driven software development
• Analysis of software designs
• Data protection
• Parallel programming
• Real-time systems
• Human-computer interaction
• Next-generation internet
• Strategic IT management
• Project management
• Distributed systems

The simulation game provides a start-up experience with a dedicated focus on current industry trends/technologies, e.g. in the context of the Internet of Things (IoT) / Web of Things (WoT), BlockChain / DLT, smart data, cloud systems of leading commercial cloud providers, API development, applying AI, Developing/Prompting with ChatGPT and other AI-services – or in addressing challenges provided by German and European companies.

• 15 January for the following summer semester
• 15 July for the following winter semester

The Master's programme in Web Engineering is structured into four semesters. Lectures can be selected from the following learning modules:
1. Key Aspect Modules: 25 CP (credit points)
2. Deepening Modules: 20 CP
3. Tutorial Module: 7 CP
4. Key Competences Module: 8 CP
5. Simulation Game Module (a.k.a. Start-up Experience): 30 CP
6. Master's Thesis Module: 30 CP

No tuition fees

All students have to pay a semester contribution of approx. 330 EUR. This fee also covers the semester ticket, which permits you to use buses and trams in Chemnitz as well as regional trains throughout Germany during the semester. International students will receive the bank account details after admission, with which they can transfer the semester contribution. However, the fee can also be paid after arrival in Chemnitz (by German bank card or transfer).

Approx. 970 EUR per month to cover personal expenses

A Bachelor's degree in:

• Applied Computer Science
• Computer Science

or from a similar degree programme

ENGLISH

A-Level English skills are a requirement.

Accepted certificates:

• IELTS 5.5
• TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test): 72 points
• TOEFL ITP Level 1: 543 points
• Cambridge Preliminary English Test + Result Distinction (PET)
• Cambridge First Certificate in English: Grade B or C (FCE)
• Cambridge English: Business Vantage (BEC Vantage), Legal (ILEC), Financial (ICFE)
• Cambridge IGCSE: 1st or 2nd Language with B2
• Pearson PTE Academic: 59 points
• TOEIC: Listening and Reading Test 785 points, Speaking Test 160 points, Writing Test 150 points
• telc B2 certificate
• UNIcert II
• Completed degree in English Studies or American Studies
• Completed degree with English as the language of instruction
• Proof of professional qualification as state examined interpreter/translator

Applicants from countries with English as official/educational or native language are not required to submit proof of English language proficiency within their application.

GERMAN

Courses to obtain the required level of German language (A2 by the end of the third semester) are included in the curriculum for non-native speakers. Students providing a certificate of A2 level (CEFR) may choose advanced language courses or subject studies.

• 15 January for the following summer semester
• 15 July for the following winter semester

Incoming students can apply for different funding opportunities via the International Office of Chemnitz University of Technology: https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/international/incoming/stipendien/index.php.en.

Students can find offers for part-time jobs, work placements etc. on the job portal offered by the Career Service of Chemnitz University of Technology: https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/career-service/jobboerse/

The "Studentenwerk" Chemnitz-Zwickau runs several student residences. International students can apply for a single room in one of the residences. The prices depend on the size and furnishings of the room and vary between 270 EUR and 350 EUR: https://www.swcz.de/en/student-housing/our-halls-of-residence/

The Career Service of Chemnitz University of Technology supports students during their studies as well as graduates entering their professional life. The Career Service provides a platform for companies and institutions to present themselves: https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/career-service/index.php.en