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Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) (M.Sc.) at University of Hildesheim

Hildesheim · Taught in English · Requirements last checked 28 October 2026

No tuition feePublic universityTaught in EnglishIELTS 5: lower than most Computer Science & IT programmesWinter and summer intakeScholarships listed

Short answer

To apply for Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) at University of Hildesheim, you need IELTS 5 or TOEFL iBT 61. International applicants apply for the winter semester 1 April to 30 June and for the summer semester 21 September to 15 December. There is no tuition fee; you pay only the semester contribution. Applications go through uni-assist.

What are the entry requirements for Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) at University of Hildesheim?

English test minimum

IELTS 5, TOEFL iBT 61

English level: CEFR B2

Winter semester (international applicants)

Apply 1 April to 30 June

Summer semester (international applicants)

Apply 21 September to 15 December

Tuition

No tuition fee

Admission type

Restricted admission (limited places)

Places are limited and given out by ranking, usually by grade. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a place.

How to apply

Through uni-assist

uni-assist checks your documents before the university decides.

Scholarships

The university lists scholarship options
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Is University of Hildesheim a good university? Type, ranking and location

Type
Public university
Founded
1946
Students
About 8,307 (2021)
Location
Hildesheim (city of about 98,000 people)

University of Hildesheim is a public university in Hildesheim, founded in 1946.

Research universities put more weight on theory and research; a Master’s here is also the usual route if you might want a PhD later. As a public university it is funded by the state.

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University facts: Wikidata and Hochschulkompass.

How does it compare with other Computer Science & IT Master's?

Against English-taught Computer Science & IT programmes in our database.

This programmeCompared with other Computer Science & IT programmes
IELTS 599% of 134 programmes ask for a higher IELTS score and 0% for a lower one.
TOEFL iBT 6198% of 96 programmes ask for a higher TOEFL score and 1% for a lower one.
Winter deadline (1 April to 30 June)Later than 75% of 83 programmes, so it stays open after many others have closed.
No tuition fee69% of 114 programmes that state their fees are also tuition-free.

Your plan as an Indian applicant

  1. 1

    Get your English score

    You need at least IELTS 5 or TOEFL iBT 61 (CEFR B2). For the winter intake (1 April to 30 June), take the test at least 3 months earlier so a retake still fits. For the student visa from India, the German missions accept IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge (not older than 1 year) and do not recognise PTE, Duolingo or TOEFL home edition, so IELTS or TOEFL covers both steps.

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  2. 2

    Check your degree and grade

    German universities convert your CGPA and check that your Bachelor's covers enough of the subject for Computer Science & IT. A 3-year Bachelor's is accepted by some programmes and not others.

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  3. 3

    Get your APS certificate (and check the dMAT)

    Indian applicants need the APS certificate for the student visa, and uni-assist expects it with your application to University of Hildesheim. A new admission test, the dMAT, is being introduced for some Indian applicants; check whether it applies to your degree and intake.

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  4. 4

    Prepare your application documents

    A statement of purpose that explains why Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) at University of Hildesheim fits your background, letters of recommendation, transcripts and your CV.

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  5. 5

    Apply before the deadline

    Winter intake: apply 1 April to 30 June. Summer intake: apply 21 September to 15 December. Applications go through uni-assist, which checks your documents first, so submit well before the closing date.

    Official programme page
  6. 6

    Plan the money

    To study in Hildesheim you show proof of funds of EUR 11,904 for one year (2026-2027), usually in a blocked account. The university lists scholarship options; check them on its website.

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  7. 7

    Visa and moving to Hildesheim

    Once University of Hildesheim sends your admission letter: the student visa interview, health insurance and a room in Hildesheim, a city of about 98,000 people. Student halls often have waiting lists, so apply for a room as soon as you are admitted.

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  8. 8

    Start learning German now

    Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) is taught in English, but most part-time and graduate jobs in Germany expect German at B2 level or higher. Arriving with A2 or B1 makes part-time work and daily life much easier.

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Other English-taught Master's at University of Hildesheim

University of Hildesheim has 5 English-taught Master's programmes in our database.

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Frequently asked questions

Is University of Hildesheim a public or private university?

University of Hildesheim is a public university. It is funded by the state.

What English score do I need for Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) at University of Hildesheim?

IELTS 5, TOEFL iBT 61 (CEFR B2). That is lower than most Computer Science & IT programmes: 99% ask for more and 0% for less.

When is the application deadline for Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) at University of Hildesheim?

For the winter semester, international applicants apply 1 April to 30 June. For the summer semester, they apply 21 September to 15 December.

Does Software Engineering (International Master’s degree) at University of Hildesheim charge tuition fees?

No. University of Hildesheim lists no tuition fee for Software Engineering (International Master’s degree); you pay only the semester contribution.

Where this information comes from

Programme details: last checked 28 October 2026. Confirm on the official page before you apply.

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