Informatics: Games Engineering (MSc) Technical University of Munich
- Degree
- Master's
- Language of instruction
- English
- International support
- Welcome event Buddy programme Accompanying programme Specialist counselling Visa matters
First impressions
- Location
Garching b. München
- Intake
Winter and summer semester
- Duration
4 semesters
- Study structure
Full-time
- Mode of study
Fully on-site
- Tuition fees per semester
Varied
- Application deadline
Winter semester: 31 May
Summer semester: 30 November
General information
About the course
Degree
Master of Science in Informatics: Games Engineering
Course location
Garching b. München
Language of instruction
English
Languages
You can complete the programme entirely in English.
Description
Integrated research and degree programmes designed for the future: The TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology (CIT) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) unites the disciplines of Mathematics, Informatics, and Electrical and Computer Engineering. Our research and teaching activities range from theoretical knowledge to its application, focussing across disciplines on the major challenges of our time, such as the digital transformation. At the same time, our expertise remains firmly embedded in our core disciplines.
The Master's in Informatics: Games Engineering is designed to equip you with advanced skills and knowledge in the general area of computer games technologies as well as in your chosen areas of specialisation. It is a research-oriented degree that builds on the fundamentals of computer science and games engineering you have acquired during your undergraduate studies.
You can select two lines of specialisation from the following lines:
- Computer Graphics and Animation
- Interaction and Communication
- Hardware-aware Programming
- Numerics and Simulation
- Autonomous Systems
- Game Theory and Algorithmic Economics
- Internet Models, Technologies, Applications
- Visual Computing
- Databases and Information Systems
A Master's degree in Informatics: Games Engineering from TUM will enable you to work in executive positions in industry. This degree also qualifies you for a career in research (PhD).
More information here: https://www.cit.tum.de/en/cit/studies/degree-programs/master-informatics-games-engineering/
Full-time / part-time
Full-time
Duration
4 semesters
Intake
Winter and summer semester
Mode of study
Fully on-site
Application deadline
Winter semester: 31 May
Summer semester: 30 November
Tuition fees per semester
Varied
Additional information on tuition fees
Please refer to the following website for more information on tuition fees at TUM: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition.
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Further details
Course organisation
The Master's programme in Informatics: Games Engineering is a two-year programme divided into four semesters. It is a flexible programme that allows you to structure your studies towards your preferred sub-areas of interest in the particular area of games engineering.
You will attend lectures, practical modules, and seminars as well as carry out research. The curriculum also includes supplementary elective modules covering business planning, management skills, communicative ability, and intercultural communication.
The Master's thesis is written in the fourth semester.
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
- International guest lecturers
- Language training provided
- Training in intercultural skills
Integrated internships
Not mandatory, but good possibilities during lecture-free periods
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
Yes
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Costs & requirements
Costs
Tuition fees per semester
6,000 EUR
Please refer to the following website for more information on tuition fees at TUM: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition.
Semester contribution
Please refer to this page for more details: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees.
Costs of living
In order to cover personal expenses while studying in Munich, we recommend a budget of approx. 1,500 EUR per month.
Requirements
Academic admission requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Informatics: Games Engineering or equivalent; basic knowledge in Games Engineering is required.
- Applicants must provide a statement of reasons for their programme choice and a scientific essay
- Applicants may be invited for a selection interview by telephone
- GRE or Gate Test mandatory for applicants with a degree from Bangladesh, China, India, Iran, and Pakistan
- Preliminary documentation from uni-assist for applicants who obtained their Bachelor's degree outside Germany
Further information: https://www.cit.tum.de/en/cit/studies/degree-programs/master-informatics-games-engineering/
Language requirements
All applicants must submit proof of sufficient English language skills. The accepted forms of proof can be found here:
https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application/application-info-portal/admission-requirements/language-certificates
Proof of German knowledge is not needed for the application.
Application deadline
Winter semester: 31 May
Summer semester: 30 November
Submit application
In order to apply at TUM, you need to open a TUMonline account: https://campus.tum.de/tumonline/webnav.ini.
Our application wizard will guide you step by step through the online application procedure.
For more information, check: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/application-and-acceptance/online-application/.
Financing information
Funding opportunities within the institution
Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees/tuition/scholarships-and-waivers
Possibility of finding part-time employment
There are various job opportunities as teaching assistants and research assistants at the university.
Munich is also a very good place to find internships and jobs at software companies.
Additional support
Accommodation
It’s not easy to find a place to live in Munich – but it’s not impossible either! TUM does not own any student residences, but tries to support students and staff in their search for accommodation by providing personal advice, housing listings and useful information to ensure that you can find a place to call your own.
More information here: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/during-your-studies/living-and-working/accommodations
Career advisory services
TUM has its own career service, which offers application checks, career counselling and a mentoring programme.
https://www.community.tum.de/en/career-service/
- Career service offered
- Support for business creation offered
Support for international students and doctoral candidates
- Welcome event
- Buddy programme
- Accompanying programme
- Specialist counselling
- Visa matters
Contact
Technical University of Munich
TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology
Department of Informatics
Rüdiger Westermann
Boltzmannstraße 3
85748 Garching b. München
Tel.: +49 8928917867