Whilst a Bachelor degree in Computer Science typically qualifies a person to participate in large software projects, the Master degree provides the skills needed for leadership.This international programme will educate the participant to successfully master the novel technical and economic challenges at the crossroads of computer science, software engineering, next-generation communication systems, and media. Whilst a Bachelor degree in Computer Science typically qualifies a person to participate in large software projects, the Master degree provides the skills needed for leadership. Graduates of the programme Media Informatics can be expected to be technically innovative, to work as system architects, and to manage large projects. Studetents who excel during their Master's programme will also have the necessary qualifications to pursue a doctoral degree.

Career Prospects

Computer scientists with an applied focus have been in great demand in the past, and this trend is expected to continue for the foreseeable future. With an M.Sc. degree in Media Informatics you will be well-prepared for the typical challenges faced when working in computer systems engineering and for creative work with audio-visual media.

The ABCD region (Aachen, Bonn, Cologne; D?sseldorf) is home to many prospective employers, including global players such as Microsoft, Philips, Ericsson, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, Bertelsmann Group, as well as many television stations such as WDR, VIVA, etc.

Alumni of Media Informatics are doing their PhD in Germany or abroad or are working at prestigious companies. For examples of companies and universities where our alumni accepted positions or to read what our alumni say about Media Informatics please see the b-it impressions on the Media Informatics homepage.