Master
English
Engineering
Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
The master's degree program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at KIT offers students the opportunity to design their studies flexibly and individually with a clear focus on research-oriented teaching and practice-oriented work. The program is characterized by a wide range of elective options. Students complete a Field of Specialization (60 CP) which includes Fundamentals (24 or 30 CP), a Focus Area (min. 24 CP), and a Lab Course. Students can choose from specializations in: Electrical Power Systems and Electromobility, Information and Communication Technology, Automation, Robotics, and Systems Engineering, or Microelectronics, Photonics, and Quantum Technologies. The program also includes Electives (24 CP) and Interdisciplinary Qualifications (6 CP). The degree concludes with a master's thesis worth 30 CP.
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The master's degree program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at KIT offers students the opportunity to design their studies flexibly and individually with a clear focus on research-oriented teaching and practice-oriented work. The program is characterized by a wide range of elective options. Students complete a Field of Specialization (60 CP) which includes Fundamentals (24 or 30 CP), a Focus Area (min. 24 CP), and a Lab Course. Students can choose from specializations in: Electrical Power Systems and Electromobility, Information and Communication Technology, Automation, Robotics, and Systems Engineering, or Microelectronics, Photonics, and Quantum Technologies. The program also includes Electives (24 CP) and Interdisciplinary Qualifications (6 CP). The degree concludes with a master's thesis worth 30 CP.
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How do I apply to Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
Is Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Electrical Engineering and Information Technology programme cost? ▼
1.500 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Electrical Engineering and Information Technology? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Karlsruher Institut für Technologie — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.