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Philosophy & Computer Science University of Bayreuth

Degree
Master of Arts oder Master of Science
Standard period of study (amount)
4 semesters
Location
Bayreuth

Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Area of study

  • Computer Science
  • Philosophy

Focus

Minds and Machines, Mathematical Thinking, Machine Ethics, Data Modelling & Analysis

Annotation

The challenges posed to our society by new digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), social media and big data call for solutions that combine technological and philosophical expertise. Our Master's degree programme in Philosophy & Computer Science (P&CS) at the University of Bayreuth (subject to the approval of the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts) aims at training a new generation of scientists and creative thinkers with all the necessary skills to navigate the social, epistemological, ethical and institutional challenges of increasingly pervasive modern information technologies.

Admission modus

Selection procedure / qualifying examination

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

The degree course is offered in four different tracks, each of which has its own requirements.

Further information at:
https://www.philcs.uni-bayreuth.de/en/applicants/application/index.html

Lecture period

  • 13.04.2026 - 17.07.2026
  • 12.10.2026 - 05.02.2027

Application deadlines

Winter semester (2026/2027)

Languages of instruction

Main language

English

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