Applied Artificial Intelligence (MAAI) – MSc Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences

Courses are held in English (100%).

The Master's programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence (MAAI) will be offered starting in the summer semester of 2026. It is designed for graduates of the Bachelor's programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence as well as for students from related fields, both nationally and internationally. The programme will be taught in English and offers two main tracks: Application and Research. This allows the MAAI programme to provide both in-depth, practice-oriented training in application development and the opportunity to engage intensively with AI research.

The aim of the MAAI is to educate highly qualified professionals capable of applying and advancing AI technologies across various industries. Students will become experts in areas such as machine learning, data analysis, artificial neural networks, and the practical application of AI in sectors such as healthcare, engineering, logistics, business informatics, and software engineering.

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

Please note: Applicants with international certificates (a non-German first degree) have to get their documents recognised by "Studienkolleg Konstanz" first. We highly recommend to start the recognition process as early as possible to ensure that all relevant documents are ready before the application deadline at Heilbronn University.

In the state of Baden-Württemberg, international students who are not nationals of a European Union (EU) state or the European Economic Area (EEA) are required to pay tuition fees of 1,500 EUR per semester.

Tuition fee waivers will be granted automatically to students from the EU and EEA, i.e. no tuition fees apply.

The MAAI Master’s programme will be closely linked to both regional and international AI research, as well as to the innovative technology transfer processes at HHN. With the development of the Innovation Park for Artificial Intelligence (IPAI), an international campus is emerging that brings together business, academia, and the public sector to collaboratively develop and test cutting-edge AI solutions.

Within this AI hub the MAAI programme offers students hands-on access to the latest developments and real-world laboratories, thereby further strengthening knowledge and the technology transfer into industry.

1,500 EUR

In the state of Baden-Württemberg, international students who are not nationals of a European Union (EU) state or the European Economic Area (EEA) are required to pay tuition fees of 1,500 EUR per semester.

Tuition fee waivers will be granted automatically to students from the EU and EEA, i.e. no tuition fees apply.

159 EUR per semester

The cost of living for a student is about 800 EUR to 1,000 EUR per month.

A first degree in computer science, engineering, economics, or a related field of study. Applicants must have earned at least 50 ECTS credits in total across the areas of mathematics, computer science, and artificial intelligence, with a minimum of 10 ECTS credits in each of these three subject areas.

Good command of the English language is a prerequisite for admission. Proof of proficiency must be provided by submitting one of the following certificates, unless English is the applicant’s native language:

• TOEFL (paper-based): minimum score of 543
• TOEFL (internet-based): minimum score of 85
• IELTS: minimum level 6.5 in all modules
• UCLES (Cambridge Certificate): minimum score of 173
• ICC (Certificate in English for Business Purposes): minimum score of 60
• SEC (Business English Certificate): minimum level BEC Vantage
• TOEIC: minimum score of 785
• Unicert: minimum level 2
• KMK Certificate: minimum level 3
• AACSB English B2 Ability Test: minimum result “approved”

The certificate must not be older than three years at the time of application. Applicants holding a degree from an English-language study programme are exempt from providing proof of language proficiency.

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

Please note: Applicants with international certificates (a non-German first degree) have to get their documents recognised by "Studienkolleg Konstanz" first. We highly recommend to start the recognition process as early as possible to ensure that all relevant documents are ready before the application deadline at Heilbronn University.

There are various scholarships that provide financial aid:

• Deutschlandstipendium
• Scholarships exclusively for students of Heilbronn University

For more information, see: https://www.hs-heilbronn.de/en/scholarships.

The Office of Student Services has set up a job database for part-time jobs.

The job portal of the Career Service of Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences will provide you with information about current job vacancies, internships, student jobs, and final thesis jobs. For more information, click here.

There are several halls of residence in Heilbronn, and the Office of Student Services of Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences offers a special database for finding accommodation. This database will provide you with a list of commission-free rooms available on the private housing market. For more information, click here.

The International Career Service assists international students at Heilbronn University in launching their careers in Germany. We provide assistance in navigating the German job market and support in the application process, whether for internships, part-time positions, or career entry after completing your studies. For more information, see: https://www.hs-heilbronn.de/en/international-career-service.

The International Student Support Service assists international degree-seeking students at Heilbronn University of Applied Sciences.

Services for international students:

• Pre-arrival support
• Advice on handling administrative formalities after arrival
• Individual assistance with personal questions
• Advice on other suitable programmes and services on campus

Contact: international-student-support@hs-heilbronn.de

For more information, see: https://www.hs-heilbronn.de/en/international-student-support.