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    IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.)

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    Potsdam, DEMScIn-person2 yearsGerman
    60
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Potsdam, DE.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program combining software engineering, IT management, and systems engineering with practical projects and a master project semester.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 18 months post-study job seeker residence permit in Germany (AufenthG §20) to search for employment after completing studies.

    €10,000.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam online or in-person?
    IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam is offered in-person.
    How long does IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam take to complete?
    IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How large is the IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam cohort?
    IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam typically enrolls around 60 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam?
    Post-completion work rights for IT-Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) at University of Potsdam: Up to 18 months post-study job seeker residence permit in Germany (AufenthG §20) to search for employment after completing studies.