The courses are held in English (100%). The thesis can be written in English or German. Additional German language courses are offered.
Programme duration: The duration of this programme is based on the duration of study of the student's first degree. If the first degree is recognised as a four-year degree, the duration of study will be three semesters. If the first degree is recognised as a three-year Bachelor's degree in Germany, the student will have to study for four semesters. The additional semester can be completed by pursuing an internship, attending additional courses, taking German language courses, or studying abroad.
In many companies with overseas branches, partners and customers, software development has a global dimension. It is no longer uncommon to find a development team dispersed across countries or continents. On one hand, this poses a special challenge for development methodologies and processes, on the other hand, it demands intercultural competencies of all team members.
Besides state-of-the-art technologies and frameworks of current fields such as parallel programming and web/mobile applications, this three- to four-semester Master's programme focuses on development methodologies and their application in intercultural teams. It has a very practical orientation and is taught entirely in English.
Therefore, optional German language courses are offered by our language centre: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/departments/social-and-cultural-sciences/study/language-centre
Applicants planning to live and work in Germany after graduation will need a deeper knowledge of the German language and culture. For these applicants, we offer a one-semester pre-study programme. For details, please see: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/international/international-office/study-in-fulda/preparatory-programmes
Please find details regarding the structure and content of the Master's programme online: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/departments/applied-computer-science/study/study-programmes/msc-in-global-software-development
The course places special emphasis on project work and teams consisting of international participants. To encourage the development of communication and presentation skills, students present their work in written and oral form, both individually and in groups.
Please find further information regarding the course organisation and the module catalogue here: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/departments/applied-computer-science/study/study-programmes/msc-in-global-software-development
Internships of 20 weeks in IT companies in Germany are available for international participants. The internship is an additional part of the Master's programme if the students need to earn an additional 30 credits. Programme advisers will assist students in finding an appropriate internship.
A semester contribution of around 300 EUR is charged to cover the cost of student services, the student government, an administrative fee as well as the "semester ticket" (a student bus and rail pass for local and regional public transport).
Approx. 850–950 EUR per month incl. food, rent and health insurance (approx. 120 EUR per month), depending on one's living standard
International students may apply for the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship.
For further information regarding the selection process online, see: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/departments/applied-computer-science/study/study-programmes/msc-in-global-software-development
Excellent English proficiency – TOEFL 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), 85 (Internet-based), or an IELTS test with a score of band 6.5 and higher
Online application via uni-assist e.V.
For further information: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/orientation/application-for-studies/application-with-international-certificates
From tutoring jobs and student assistantships at Fulda University to typical student jobs in restaurants, shops, and many other industries in the city of Fulda and its surrounding area, there is a wide range of job opportunities available.
The International Office offers an accommodation service for international students coming directly from abroad. Costs for accommodation amount to approx. 350–400 EUR/month for a single room in a shared flat or 400–500 EUR/month for a single apartment. There are excellent, newly built student residences within walking distance of the university.
For more information on housing, see: https://www.hs-fulda.de/en/international/international-office/study-in-fulda/first-steps/housing
Career service and placement officers on departmental level offer professional advisory service for the students.
Fulda University of Applied Sciences is a practice-oriented university with an international profile and a strong focus on applied research. Fulda University is the first university of applied sciences in Germany with the independent right to confer doctoral degrees. Founded in 1974, the university currently encompasses eight departments with over 60 study programmes and approx. 8,700 students, including over 1,750 international students from more than 90 countries. The university offers a broad spectrum of academic and professional education. Numerous research and development projects are undertaken in cooperation with private business and industry. Fulda University cooperates with more than 100 universities around the world. The number of international programmes is growing continuously. These programmes are partly or entirely taught in English. At the Bachelor's level, we currently offer four international Bachelor's programmes: "Science & Engineering", "Food Technology", "Global Health", and "International Business & Management". At the Master's level, we offer six programmes: "International Management"; "Intercultural Communication and European Studies"; "International Food Business and Consumer Studies"; "Global Software Development"; "Data Science"; and "Human Rights Studies in Politics, Law, and Society".
Further programmes designed for international students include the following:
A historic city founded in 744, Fulda today has a population of 70,000 with approx. 100,000 people living in the region. Fulda's Baroque quarter is one of the most beautiful in Germany and attracts visitors from all over the world. The picturesque Old Town has many cafés, bars, and pubs, with numerous shops and boutiques. The city's cultural life has something to offer for everyone. The high quality of life makes Fulda a great place to live and an ideal place to study. Fulda enjoys ideal public transport connections. One of Europe's principal international airports, Frankfurt International, is just one hour away by car or direct train. Other major cities in Germany, like Berlin, Munich, Cologne, or Hamburg, are within easy reach and only two to three hours away by train. Even famous European capitals like Paris and Brussels are reachable within five hours by train.
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