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Technische Universität Kaiserslautern

Table of contents

Technische Universität Kaiserslautern..........................2

The City of Kaiserslautern..................................................4
Department of International Affairs: ISGS...................6
Biology.......................................................................................8
Electrical & Computer Engineering............................. 10
Computer Science............................................................... 12
Physics..................................................................................... 13
Mathematics......................................................................... 14
Cognitive Science................................................................ 16
Commercial Vehicle Technology................................... 17
Distance & Independent Studies Center (DISC)...... 18
Language Requirements.................................................. 19
Kaiserslautern How to apply ....................................................................... 20
In the heart of Europe Admission Process.............................................................. 21
Fees & Living Expenses................................................... 22
Our Study Courses.............................................................. 24
Berlin 2h
Frankfurt 1h
Munich 4h
Paris 3h
 WHY TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITÄT
Kaiserslautern Recognized as one of the largest IT&KI clusters in Europe

TUK is a research-oriented university. It offers high quality Our twelve departments attract students worldwide: Over 20
graduate education and (post)doctoral research training in percent of our students are international students from more
innovative fields of economic relevance, many of them as than 100 countries. More than 40 percent of the students on
international programs (English-taught), e.g. Financial Ma- campus are postgraduate and doctoral students. This un-
thematics or Commercial Vehicle Technology. derscores the university’s emphasis on master studies and doc-
toral training as well as on research.
TUK offers a favourable student-teacher ratio, guaranteeing
excellent supervision, support and a fast track towards em- TUK has an inviting mo-
ployability. The university’s concept of quality in postgradu- dern campus (~36 foot-
ate studies entails offering integrated work experience, an ball fields). Situated in
early introduction to academic networks and abundant op- the heart of Europe (only
portunities for an independent student income. 1 hour away from Frank-
furt Airport and 2 hours
A special feature of our graduate education is the intensive from Paris), Kaiserslau-
collaboration with national and international industries, tern is home to a broad
many of them (e.g. BASF, Daimler) situated close to Kaisers- range of science and research industries. The city and university
lautern. Students profit from these networks by an instruc- offer a safe and welcoming place to stay for international students
tion that is strongly linked to current tasks of the global who can benefit from affordable living costs and no tuition fees.
market, participation in industry research projects (e.g. in
Master thesis or internship) and the possibility of student Our departments
assistant jobs at the departments.
� Architecture � Mathematics
� Biology � Mechanical & Process
� Business Studies & Engineering
2021 SNAPSHOT Economics � Physics
� Chemistry � Spatial & Environmental
14.594 Students Enrolled
� Civil Engineering Planning
3.263 International Students � Computer Science � Social Sciences
12 Departments � Electrical & Computer
111 Study Courses (bachelor, master, diploma & PhD programs) Engineering
17 (41) International Graduate Programs (Specializations)
208 Professorships (approx.) Academic year
925 Scientific & Academic Staff (approx.)
Start winter term: October 1
€ 209 Mio. Budget (~ 70 % state financed) Start summer term: April 1
€ 72,7 Mio. external third-party-funds
www.uni-kl.de

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 the city of kaiserslautern

A good place to liv

e and study

The Research Environment Kaiserlautern - proud history and bright future

TUK is embedded in an excellent research environment: it is Even emperor Friedrich I. Barbarossa was convinced of the
the nucleus of the Science & Innovation Alliance Kaiserslau- advantages of the Kaiserslautern region when he chose this
tern, a consortium of high-profile science institutions on and location to build his imperial palace in the 12th century. Based
nearby campus. The Science & Innovation Alliance Kaisers- on these historical roots, the city has developed into an indus-
lautern forms a highly specialized multidisciplinary network. trial region in the 1960s and has now transformed into a mo-
It provides scientists and cooperation partners from indust- dern, cosmopolitan cluster of science and technology in a pri-
ry, economy, and administration with innovative solutions me location for national and international companies.
based on the newest technologies and methods available.
Scientists and students interact intensively within this rich The topographic conver-
institutional network. gence of technology and na-
ture makes the city both a
vibrant urban center and a
natural oasis. Blessed with
favorable surroundings, get-
ting in touch with nature is
particularly easy in Kaisers-
ììGerman Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) Inc. lautern, where Germany’s largest interlinked woodlands are
www.dfki.de right at your doorstep.
ììInstitute for Biotechnology and Drug Research (IBWF) e.V.
www.ibwf.de
ììFraunhofer Institute for Experimental Software There is no such thing as being a for-
Engineering (IESE) eigner - Kaiserslautern is home to
www.iese.fraunhofer.de people from over 140 nations, contri-
ììFraunhofer Institute for Industrial Mathematics (ITWM) buting to a diverse and vibrant city
www.itwm.fraunhofer.de life. As a global village, Kaiserslautern
ììFraunhofer Institute for Physical Measurement Techniques
www.ifos.uni-kl.de cultivates friendly relationships with
ììResearch Institute for Technology and Work (ITA) e.V. numerous cities from European coun-
www.ita-kl.de tries as well as bonds overseas to the
ììInstitute for Composite Materials (IVW) GmbH USA and Japan. Most of the 100,000
www.ivw.uni-kl.de inhabitants speak English, making it
ììMax Planck Institute for Software Systems (MPI SWS)
www.mpi-sws.org easy to feel at home. The Kaiserslau-
ììUniversity of Applied Sciences - Hochschule Kaiserslautern tern region offers superb public trans-
www.hs-kl.de portation. Fast intercity connections
and more on: from the ICE train station in Kaiserslautern (trains run hourly
www.science-alliance.de every day) offer quick and comfortable connections to Europe‘s
major cities, airports, and business centers.

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 department of
international affairs: isgs

lending a hand
in every phase
of your stay!
Lending a hand in every phase of your stay!
Before Your Arrival... Jumpstart Your Career...
Effective pre-departure communication helps you to regula- The ISGS offers professional development training on team-
te application, visa, residence permit, and housing affairs. work and leadership, time management, and cross cultural
The ISGS supplies any information and assistance needed to training as well as specific language training with regard to
manage the application procedure and arrange accommoda- job applications. We also cooperate with renowned partners
tion. They also provide individial support in completing any from science and industry within our Career-Services. By set-
documents for and after arrival (service limited to arrival ting up meetings, visits to factories, company headquarters,
phase). public authorities, and research institutes, we will help you
to launch your career.
Once You are Here... www.uni-kl.de/international/home/events/
The ISGS‘ activities for international (post)graduates com-
prise a broad range of highly professionalized orientation Time to Say Goodbye...
services for incoming European and third-country students Similar to the warm welcome received, the students are gui-
and scholars. One major task of the ISGS team is to help you ded through the final period of their studies or research.Fi-
settle into and become part of the university‘s vibrant com- nally, the ISGS says goodbye personally and gives a fond fa-
munity. The welcome-service includes pick-up from the train rewell at the annual university-wide international graduation
station and drop-off at your apartment as well as support ceremony. You can keep in touch through the alumni chan-
with first shopping and highly individualized support in ad- nels, mailing lists, or social media networking.
ministrative and organizational issues. www.uni-kl.de/international/master/current-students/
graduating-leaving/graduation-ceremony/
Mentoring Your Studies and Research... Contact
During studies or research, ISGS offers a variety of cultural TU Kaiserslautern Department of International Affairs: ISGS
and social events to welcome you into the ISGS family as an Gottlieb-Daimler-Str. 47, 67663 Kaiserslautern, Germany
international guest. Further, the ISGS offers extra-curricular Phone: +49 631 205 4998
E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.uni-kl.de/international
activities enhancing your professional skills with workshops
in academic culture, German as a Language of Science, or german language
Intercultural Communication; they are supplementary, free,
and may be taken during or at the end of your studies and Orientation Course: A prelude to (German) communication,
(academic) culture & daily life
research. These offers are highly recommended for your per-
As a warm-up, ISGS offers the orientation course
sonal development.
(O.K.) prior to the start of the studies (6-8 weeks). It
includes an intensive German language training
ISGS is not just services, its family for me! ISGS se-
designed for the needs of graduates, administrati-
minars and discussions with experts are informative ve support as well as cultural and social events, thus enhancing
and helpful for me. And the ISGS tours and parties orientation on campus, in Kaiserslautern, and in the student com-
never let me feel that I am alone or away from home.
munity. Once having established a foothold, you will have a clear
mind for efficient studies!
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 biology

Master of Scien
ce

Master of Science Biology specializations

Degree awarded Master of Science (M.Sc.) ìì Microbial and Plant Biotechnology

Duration 4 semesters (2 years) • Systems Biology & Plant Biotechnology
Credit points 120 ECTS-Credits • Molecular Physiology of Plant Systems
Admission requirements & process via ISGS, see page 20 • Protein Biochemistry
Application deadline April 30 and October 31 • Plant Pathology
Online Application via: • Microbiology
https://applymsc.bio.uni-kl.de/ • Computational Biology & Bioinformatics
Fees No tuition fees (state-financed)
ìì Molecular Cell Biology
Application oriented research and state-of-the-art lab equip-
• Cell Biology
ment contribute to a profound eduction in fundamental the-
• Molecules, Cells & Tissues
ories as well as in practical research.
• Molecular Medicine
Kaiserslautern‘s personalized teaching philosophy manifests
itself in a low student-teacher ratio and modern educational ìì Neurobiology
concepts contribute to a successful graduation. • Neurobiology & Neurochemistry of Vertebrates & Invertebrates
• Molecular & Cellular Neurobiology
In the courses of each choice, biological and other scientific • Behavioral Neurobiology
directions are studied, and soft skill competencies (e.g., for- • Developmental Neurobiology
eign languages, team working and professional skills, pre- • Neural Plasticity & Neural Networks
sentation techniques, etc.) are improved. • Neural Diseases

Career Opportunities: ìì Ecology

• Diversity & Evolution
The degree holders are capable to perform scientific work
• Microbiology
independently, and to apply their knowledge in different
• Plankton Ecology
contexts. They can work professionally as biologists and
• Ecology of Plants
ecologists in academic or other institutions as well as in the
• Marine Ecology
private sector. Graduates may also take over responsibilities
• Bioinformatics & Statistics
in environmental protection and auditing, in landscape ma-
• Species & Functional Diversity
nagement, or in the field of scientific and environmental
journalism, as well as in support, marketing and sale depart-
ments of pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. www.bio.uni-kl.de/studium-lehre/studiengaenge/master-biology/

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 Electrical & Computer Engineering

Master of Scien
ce

1 Embedded Computing Systems (ESY) (M. Sc.)

3 European Masters in Embedded Computing Systems (EMECS)

Degree awarded Master of Science (M. Sc.) Degree awarded M.Sc., joint degree
Duration 4 semesters (2 years)
Duration 4 semesters (2 years)
Credit points 120 ECTS-Credits
Admission requirements & process via ISGS, see page 20 Credit points 120 ECTS-Credits
Application Deadline April 30 and October 31 Admission requirements See program´s website
Only online application via: Application Deadline January 31
https://applymsc.eit.uni-kl.de Only online application via:
Fees No tuition fees (state-financed)
https://emecs.eit.uni-kl.de/admission/apply-now
You want to take part in shaping the digitalized world of tomorrow? Then, ESY is Fees European students: € 8,000
the field you need to be in! We offer hands-on practical education in embedded Non-european students: € 16,000
systems design and provide you with the scientific foundations of this field. Stu-
dents seeking a strong educational basis for their industrial career as well as
TUK is the coordinator of the Erasmus+ Program „European Masters in Embed-
students with scientific ambitions will find this program to meet their expecta-
ded Computing Systems (EMECS)“. EMECS is a two years Master`s course (120
tions. We welcome applications from graduates in Electrical Engineering, Com-
puter Science and Mathematics as well as related disciplines. ECTS credits) that is pursued at two or more of the participating institutions -
More information: https://esy.eit.uni-kl.de the Technische Universität Kaiserslautern, Germany, the Norwegian University
of Science and Technology, Norway, the University of Southampton, UK and the

2 Automation and Control (A&C) (M. Sc.) Politecnico di Torino, Italy. Students spend study periods of six months or longer
at the selected universities and upon successful completion receive a joint de-
gree from all universities of the consortium. The program is designed to educa-
Degree awarded Master of Science (M. Sc.)
Duration 4 semesters (2 years) te Bachelor graduates from Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer
Credit points 120 ECTS-Credits Science as well as graduates from related disciplines to become experts in the
Admission requirements & process via ISGS, see page 20 field of Embedded Computing Systems.
Application Deadline April 30 and October 31
Only online application via:
https://applymsc.eit.uni-kl.de
Fees No tuition fees (state-financed) main teaching areas

A&C deals with steering and controlling of complex systems such as production • Hardware architectures of embedded systems
lines, distributed grids, or on-chip / on-board architectures. Safety and security • System-on-chip design
are two fundamental design paradigms for this discipline. During your master • System software
studies, you will gain deep knowledge in the areas of control theory, modeling • Saftey and security
and identification, development of safe and secure systems, and mechatronic sys-
• Embedded Intelligence
tems. Also for A&C you can select from a wide range of elective courses.
More information: https://anc.eit.uni-kl.de

Financial Support Financial Support

ESY and A&C students with good grades may work as research or teaching EMECS scholarships are available
assistants in the department after one or two semesters of study. www.emecs.eu Erasmus+
www.eit.uni-kl.de/en/studies/master-in-english/

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 computer science physics

Master of Scien Master of Scien

ce ce

Master in Computer Science (M.Sc.) Master of Advanced Quantum Physics (M.Sc.)

Degree awarded Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree awarded Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Duration 4 semesters (2 years) Duration 4 semesters (2 years)
Credit points 120 ECTS-Credits Credit Points 120 ECTS- Credits
Admission process via ISGS, see page 20 Application process Online application via:
Only online application via: https://apply.physik.uni-kl.de
Application Deadline April 30 & October 31
https://applymsc.informatik.uni-kl.de/
Fee No tuition fees (state-financed)
Application Deadline April 30 & October 31
Fees No tuition fees (state-financed)
Quantum physics is at the heart of today‘s technology. Ever smaller
Students of the program “Computer Science” will be able to devices scratching the size limits of single atoms will increase the
develop complex computer science systems as well as fol- importance of quantum physics for technological applications. In
this Master program you will gain theoretical understanding and
low research in their selected specialization fields. After the
experimental expertise in state-of-the-art quantum physics with
exams are successfully completed, they will be qualified emphasis on atomic, molecular and optical physics. The physics de-
for professional work in industry and for the PhD program partment is deeply involved into cutting edge research in this field.
of the department. All programs are taught by professors You will benefit from a close contact between students and re-
of the Computer Science Department as well as by leading searches together with award-winning teaching expertise.
scientists of the allied research institutes Fraunhofer IESE,
DFKI, and MPI-SWS. Knowledge & competences gained:
• Theoretical foundations & experimental techniques of nonlinear
The program provides in-depth training in the fundamentals & quantum optics
of computer science and the related analysis techniques. • Physics & experimental tools of ultra-cold quantum gases
Students will be able to develop complex computer science • Key elements of quantum technology
• Theoretical tools in advanced quantum mechanics
systems as well as follow research in their selected speciali-
• Many-body quantum phenomena & their theoretical description
zation field. The program focuses on the following research • Basic elements of quantum information processing
fields:
modules
specializations
• Quantum technology (QT)
ìì Algorithmics and Deduction  Information Systems • Many-body quantum systems (MB)
ìì Distributed and Networked Systems  Intelligent Systems • Science electives (SE)
ìì Embedded Systems and Robotics • General electives (GE)
ìì Software Engineering • Lab course (LC)
ìì Visualization and Scientific Computing • Research module (RM)
• Master´s thesis (MT)
www.cs.uni-kl.de/en/studium/studiengaenge/bm-inf www.physik.uni-kl.de/quantum-master
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 Mathematics

Master of Scien
ce

Degree awarded Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Duration
Credit Points
4 semesters (2 years)
120 ECTS- Credits
1 M.Sc. Mathematics International

Application Graduate School directly

(For documents see page 20) The program is offered to international and German stu-
Application Deadline April 30 and October 31 dents with interest in a broad and deep education in mathe-
matics. Future students select a general specialization al-
The master programs in mathematics are very flexible. The ready with their application. They can choose between
students choose the lectures together with their tutors ac- • Algebra, Geometry and Computer Algebra,
cording to their interests. • Analysis and Stochastics,
• Financial Mathematics and Statistics,
specializations
• Industrial Mathematics,
ììAlgebra & Number Theory • Optimization.
ììAlgebraic Geometry & Computer Algebra Besides the selected mathematical specialization students
ììFinancial Mathematics take courses in applied and pure mathematics.
ììImage Processing & Data Analysis
ììModelling & Scientific Computing
ììOptimization
ììPartial Differential Equations
ììStatistics
ììStochastic Analysis
2 M.Sc. Actuarial and Financial Mathematics

ììSystems & Control Theory

The study program focuses on financial mathematics, actua-
Course Guidance & Application: rial sciences, statistics, computational methods and econo-
The Graduate School “Mathematics as a Key Technology” deals mics. Applicants are expected to have in-depth knowledge
with all international activities of the department such as the in stochastics and probability theory as well as in business
admission of international students and coordinates the PhD administration and macroeconomics.
program as well as contacts with the Fraunhofer Institute.

contact
Both programs consist of lectures with tutorials, project
Graduate School Mathematics as a Key Technology seminars, a reading course to gain deeper understan-
Gottlieb-Daimler-Str. 48 | 67663 Kaiserslautern | Germany ding in a research topic and finally the Master thesis.
Phone: + 49 (0)631 205 3246 The programs allow also to include a nonmathematical
Email: [email protected] subject e.g., an advanced German language course.
Web: www.mathematik.uni-kl.de/international

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 SOCIAL
SOCIAL SCIENCES
SCIENCES commercial vehicle technology

Master of Scien
ce Interdisciplinar
y, international,
unique

Master in Cognitive Science (M.Sc.) Master in Commercial Vehicle Technology

Degree awarded Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree awarded Master of Science, M.Sc.
Duration 4 semesters (2 years) Duration 4 semester (2 years)
Credit Points 120 ECTS Credit Points (cp) 120 ECTS
Course language English Course language English & German
Application & Requirements https://applymsc.sowi.uni-kl.de Application & Requirements www.uni-kl.de/en/cvt/zg/applicants
Application Deadline April 30 (for students who need VISA) Application Deadline April 30
July 15 (if no VISA is required) Fee No program fee (state-financed)
Aug. 30 (Germans, Bildungsinländer)
Fee No tuition fees (state-financed) This interdisciplinary master program is open to qualified graduates
with a master degree (or equivalent) or bachelor degree (or equiva-
lent) in mechanical, electrical or computer engineering or related
The student will gain an understanding of how perceptual
fields and with the German language proficiency level A2 certified
and cognitive processes function and interact in humans,
by Goethe Institut (or equivalent).
technology, economics, organization, communication, and
behavior.
The program implies:
• Compulsory engineering modules: basic knowledge in all of the
central disciplines three engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, and compu-
ter engineering) plus deeper knowledge by elective lectures in
ììPsychology ììLinguistics
these fields.
ììComputer Science ììPhilosophy
• Social science, business studies and soft skills courses.
ììBiology
• Cooperative research activities in cooperation with industrial
partners such as Daimler, John Deere and Terex-Demag or
research institutes like the Fraunhofer Institute for Experimental
The program focuses on the following:
Software Engineering (IESE) and the Institute for Composite
research fields Materials (IVW).
• Orientation Course for international students.
ììPerception ììCognitive Neuroscience
ììCognition and Knowledge ììComputation
ììLanguage and Linguistics Orientation Course Fee (single payment) 750 EUR
Including German Language Course units, social, cultural &administra-
https://www.sowi.uni-kl.de/en/study/uebersicht-und-studien- tive components (mandatory for international students, see page 22)
angebote/cognitive-science
https://www.uni-kl.de/en/cvt/zg/applicants

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 DISC

LANGUAGE
REQUIREMENTS

1 Distance Master
Software Engineering for Embedded Systems
Degree awarded Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
For an International Master Program
(taught in English)
Duration 4 semesters (2 years) Proof of English Proficiency:
Credit Points 60 ECTS-Credits
Admission requirements & process TOEFL 550 paper based, 213 computer-based, 80 internet-based;
www.zfuw.uni-kl.de/en/science-engineering/software-engineering-embedded-systems
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (EMECS-Program: TOEFL 600/250/95; IELTS 6.5 or equivalent)
Application deadline July 15 Proof of German Proficiency:
Target Group: Graduates in engineering (electrical, mechanical, industrial), IT if existing (mandatory for CVT program: Level A2).
(computer science, business informatics), mathematics, physics
Contents include: requirements engineering, software product lines, and hhPlease check details on the specific program
component-based development etc. website, since regulations might change:
Fee: € 2.450 per semester plus a social contribution of currently € 102 per
www.uni-kl.de/international/master/prospective-students/application-admission
semester. The one-off fee for the Master’s thesis is € 720. [email protected]

2 Blended
Distance Master
Learning of Evaluation (MABLE) For a Bachelor or Master Program
Degree awarded Master of Arts (M.A.) (taught in German)
Duration 4 semesters (2 years)
Credit Points 60 ECTS-Credits 1. German language skills required for your application
Admission requirements & process
www.zfuw.uni-kl.de/management-law/master-blended-learning-evaluation-mable You must verify level B-1 by one of the following documents:
Application deadline July 15
• B-1 exam from Goethe-Institut or the TELC
Target Group: Professionals and executives in the area of evaluation in organi- („ZD“ = „German Certificate“)
sations, administration, ministries; self-employed consultants
Contents include: Introduction, Conducting & Managing Evaluations, Evalu- • Certificate from a language training center
ation Design, Data collection & Data Analysis Methods, Evaluation of Sustai- (not older than 1 year, clearly stating „successful completion of B-1
nability & SGDs, Economic Evaluation, Communication Qualifications etc. skill level“, and submitted with your application, not later)
Fee: €1500 per semester plus a social contribution of currently €113.
2. German language skills required for the study programs

3 Distance Master Financial Engineering • You must pass a DSH exam with an overall result of DSH-2 or DSH-3
Degree awarded Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Duration 6 semesters (3 years) • Other possible certificates verifying this skill-level:
Credit Points 90 ECTS-Credits German secondary school diploma, Graduation certificate in Germany
Admission requirements & process (“aptitude test”); DSH diploma (registered at FaDaF) with a grade of
www.zfuw.uni-kl.de/en/science-engineering/financial-engineering DSH-2 or DSH-3, “Kleines deutsches Sprachdiplom” (basic) or
“Großes deutsches Sprachdiplom” (advanced), Unicert III certificate,
Application deadline July 15 TestDaF certificate with at least TDN-4 in all sections
Target Group: Graduates of mathematics or other subjects with significant
proportions of mathematics. hhFor further language requirements we recommend to
Contents include: Risk and Statistical Modeling, Computational Methods in refer to each program website:
Finance, Interest Rate Models, Financial Decision Making etc. www.uni-kl.de/international/bachelor
Fee: €1.990,- per semester plus a social contribution of currently €102 per [email protected]
semester. The one-off fee for the Master’s thesis is €720.
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 HOW TO admission
APPLY process

Requirements for international master programs: Application (Dependant on the Master Program)
 Certificate Bachelor degree or equivalent  Online Application
 Language English language proficiency certificate

Confirmation of receipt and information about assessment fee

Application Deadlines unless otherwise noted
Summer semester October 31 Payment of assessment fee
[Start Orientation Course: ~ Aug. 15]
Winter semester April 30 ISGS checks completeness of application and formal correctness
[Start Orientation Course: ~ March 1]
ISGS forwards application to relevant department:
Documents (Only those for which the assessment fee was forwarded max 2 weeks after
unless otherwise noted
application deadline)
• Application form or online application (see ISGS website or respec-
tive program website)
After deadline: Department evaluates application and informs ISGS about decision
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copies of your Bachelor Certificate and transcripts
ISGS informs applicant about acceptance (or denial)
• Certified translation (German or English) of your Bachelor Certi-
ficate and transcripts
• Short description of the subjects covered in previous studies Applicant receives offer (or denial)
• Short letter of motivation
• Two letters of recommendation (for CVT only 1, cf. application form) Applicant accepts offer and signs “Declaration of Acceptance”
• Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL 213 computer-based, 80 inter-
net-based; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
ISGS sends via email: ISGS starts pre-departure communication:
• Proof of German Proficiency, if existing (mandatory for CVT pro-
ìì Acceptance letter ìì Housing information
gram: Level A2, certified by a Goethe-Institute or equivalent) ìì Letter for embassy ìì Orientation course registration
• APS (for applicants of India, Mongolia, the People´s Republic of China ìì Travel information
and Vietnam only)
- This also applies for online applications (in pdf-version)!
Applicant takes care of pre-departure formalities (e.g., visa)
- Additionally, we recommend to check the program pages!

If applicable: registration for orientation course

Send your application and inquiries to (unless otherwise noted):
Department of International Affairs: ISGS
Gottlieb-Daimler-Str. 47, 67663 Kaiserslautern, Germany ìì ISGS organizes orientation course
ìì E-mail communication until arrival
Phone: +49 631 205 4998 Fax: +49 (0)631 205 3457
E-mail: [email protected]
To be completed by student
www.uni-kl.de/international/master/prospective-students/
application-admission/ To be completed by ISGS
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 Fees & Living Expenses

Excellent Educati
on at low co
sts

Program fees Language & Orientation Course (O.K.-Course):

€ 750 single payment
Program fees are covered by the state of Rhineland Pala- ìì Strongly recommended and partly mandatory for international
tinate, i.e. no program fees for international students. master students and PhD candidates.
Exception: ìì Includes intensive German language & integration class prior to
ìì Distance learning Programs, see page 19 studies (6-8 weeks)
ìì In this amount, the costs of 200 hours of German language trai-
ìì European Master Programs:
ning, the costs of books and other course material.
In the framework of the European Commission
www.uni-kl.de/international/master/current-students/service-support/
Erasmus Mundus Programs are financially suppor-
Erasmus
Mundus
Program
ted and, thus, are able to offer scholarships to their initial costs
students. This applies to the program M.Sc. in Em-
Deposit ......................................................................................~ € 500
bedded Computing Systems (EMECS), see page 11.
First rent ...................................................................................~ € 250
First supermarket shopping .............................................~ € 70
Social contribution fee ~ € 249,54 per semester/ Kitchen utensils, blankets, pillow, etc. .......................~ € 250
€ 499, 08 per year
This fee includes: Total start-up costs ~ € 1,200
ìì Free bus & train transportation in the area around Kaiserslautern
ìì More than 50 free university sports courses, e.g. Cricket monthly costs
ìì basic amount of free printouts Accomodation ........................................................................~ € 350
ìì social services of „Studierendenwerk“ -> meals at student prices Health insurance ...................................................................~ € 110
Food ............................................................................................~ € 300
Assessment fee Internet & phone ..................................................................~ € 25
Other (clothes, leisure activities etc.)..................................~ € 75
To process your application, the university has to charge a Monthly total costs......................................................~ € 860
fee of € 60 for the verification and acceptance of foreign
qualifications and certificates in accordance with the Special Kaiserslautern is one of Germany’s most affordable cities,
Schedule of Fees of Rhineland-Palatinate. Exceptions: providing high living standards at low costs. As everyone’s
• Exchange students, e.g., ERASMUS students spending habits are different, it is not easy to predict exactly
• Scholarship holders (DAAD) how much money you will need for your stay in Kaiserslau-
• Foreign applicants with an intermediate diploma of a tern. Including study related fees (except program fees) you
German university who wish to continue their studies in will typically need € 11,500 a year to live comfortably.
the same study course.
living costs A Snapshot on Regional (Student) Prices
Note Meal in refectory ~ € 3,00 Rice (1kg) ~ € 1,60
• Payment of the assessment fee does not automatically mean Bread (500 g) ~ € 1,50 Pizza (Pizzeria) ~ € 7,00
that you have been accepted! Orange juice (1 liter) ~ € 1,00 Cinema ~ € 7,50
• Single payment, even if you apply for several master programs
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 our study courses

Architecture Mathematics
Diploma Architecture 2 B.Sc. Mathematics
B. Sc. Architecture 2 B.Sc. Economathematics
M. Sc. Architecture M.Sc. Mathematics 1
M.Sc. Mathematics International 1
Biology M.Sc. Economathematics 1
B.Sc. Molecular Biology2 M.Sc. Technomathematics 1
M.Sc. Biology 1 specializing in Microbial & Plant Biotechnology, M.Sc. Actuarial and Financial Mathematics 1
Neurobiology, Molecular Cell Biology, Ecology

Business Studies & Economics Mechanical & Process Engineering

B.Sc. Business Studies 2
B.Sc. Business Studies with Technical Qualifications 2 B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering 2
B.Sc. Industrial Engineering & Management 2,* B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Economics 2
M.Sc. Business Studies B.Sc. Energy and Process Engineering2
M.Sc. Business Studies with Technical Qualifications B.Sc. Biological and Chemical Engineering
M.Sc. Industrial Engineering and Management* M.Sc. Product Development in Mechanical Engineering
* specializing in Chemistry, Computer Science, M.Sc. Vehicle Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or M.Sc. Materials Science and Engineering
Process & Environmental Engineering M.Sc. Production Engineering
M.Sc. Computational Engineering
Civil Engineering M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering with a minor
B.Sc. Civil Engineering in Applied Computer Science
B.Sc. Immobilien & Facilities– Management & Technik2 partly M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Economics
M.Sc. Civil Engineering - Infrastructure, Water & Mobility M.Sc. Energy and Process Engineering2
M.Sc. Civil Engineering - Construction Engineering M.Sc. Biological and Chemical Engineering
M.Sc. Environmental Engineering
M.Sc. Immobilien & Facilities– Management & Technik2 partly Physics
Diploma Physics
Chemistry B.Sc. Physics
B.Sc. Chemistry B.Sc. Biophysics2
B.Sc. Food Chemistry 2 B.Sc. Technophysics 2
B.Sc. Chemistry (focus on business management) 2 M.Sc. Advanced Quantum Physics 1
M.Sc. Chemistry M.Sc. Biophysics
M.Sc. Toxicology 2 M.Sc. Physics
M.Sc. Food Chemistry2 M.Sc. Technophysics
M.Sc. Business Chemistry2
Social Sciences
Computer Science B.A. Integrative Social Sciences 2
B.Sc. Computer Science B.Sc. Sport Sciences & Health2
B.Sc. Social Computing 2 M.A. Integrative Social Sciences
M.Sc. Computer Science 1 M.Sc. Cognitive Sciences 1,2
M.Sc. Social Computing1 M.A. Politics: Globalisation & Digitisation
PhD Program Computer Science 1 M.A. Sociology & Empirical Social Research

Spatial & Environmental Planning

Electrical & Computer Engineering B.Sc. Spatial Planning2
B.Sc. Electrical and Computer Engineering M.Sc. Urban and Regional Development 2
B.Sc. Media and Communication Technology M.Sc. Environmental Planning and Law 2
M.Sc. Electrical and Computer Engineering 1 M.Sc. Border Studies2
M.Sc. Media and Communication Technology
M.Sc. European Master in Embedded Computing Systems 1
M.Sc. Embedded Computing Systems1
M.Sc. Automation and Control1
Entire list of
B.Sc. = Bachelor of Science study courses
Interdisciplinary study program M.Sc. = Master of Science
M.Sc. Commercial Vehicle Technology
1, 2
(partly taught in German) B.A.= Bachelor of Arts
M.A. = Master of Arts
1= international (taught in English)
2= starts in winter semester only

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