Software Systems Engineering | Master

The English-language Master of Science in Software Systems Engineering is the right program for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge in one of the most state-of the-art fields in fields of computer science. At a top university in Germany, students explore the innovation potential of modern technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning or Data Engineering. Together with companies from business and industry, complex solutions are developed in the Master's program that advance the field of digital transformation.

The Master’s in Software Systems Engineering is science and research oriented. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, students explore topics such as AI, machine learning, data analytics, data engineering, software systems, online systems, and interactive systems.

In four semesters, students acquire in-depth scientific fundamentals and advanced specialist knowledge and skills in the field of software systems engineering and computer science, as well as learning the most advanced methods.

Teaching also focuses on skills and knowledge of concepts, methods, techniques and procedures for the planning, analysis and development of complex IT and data systems. The so-called soft skills (professional skills) for the further development of social and personal competencies round off the curriculum.

Our innovation-ready graduates are able to design IT systems and data, to manage them in a reflective manner, and to communicate forward-looking ideas and results in an understandable way.

As experts in the most modern areas of computer science, graduates continue their research as sought-after scientists beyond their studies. At international research schools, they conduct research on the technologies of the future.

Thanks to the in-depth specialist knowledge and the professional skills gained, the degree program at HPI qualifies students to found their own startups and to implement innovative business ideas.

Graduates are able to shape digital transformation and initiate the necessary change processes in business, science and society. This makes graduates sought-after employees in all areas in which IT solutions play an essential role. HPI prepares students for key positions in management and leadership.

To qualify for the master’s program, all applicants are required to have already obtained a first academic degree.  The central academic prerequisite for the Master's program in Software Systems Engineering is knowledge and experience in the fundamentals of algorithms and data structures or theoretical computer science, knowledge of software development and proof of mathematical knowledge in discrete structures and logic, analysis and linear algebra.

Applicants must demonstrate language skills in English corresponding to at least level C1 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages.

The subject-specific admission requirements can be found in the respective admission regulations.

Within the framework of the four-semester program, students in the Master‘s in Software Systems Engineering program earn a total of 120 credit points for the following modules and the final thesis. The details of the individual modules can be found in the subject-specific regulations.

Have you decided to study Software Systems Engineering at the Hasso-Plattner Institute of the University of Potsdam? Then you should take the next step and get more information about the current application and enrollment procedures at the application website.

This description is based in part on information from the Discipline-Specific Regulations for Study and Examinations for the Master’s Program in Software Systems Engineering at the University of Potsdam dated January 26, 2022 (AmBek No. 10/22, p. 270).