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106 Best Computer Science & IT Master's Universities in Germany

The best German universities offering Master's Computer Science & IT, ranked by our transparent composite score — no paid placement.

106 universities · ranked best first

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University of Lübeck logo

University of Lübeck

Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein · Public University

DE #55 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1964
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GR University of Greifswald logo

University of Greifswald

Greifswald, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern · Public University

DE #56 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1456
51
TR University of Trier logo

University of Trier

Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate · Public University

DE #57 QS World #801 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1970
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WU University of Wuppertal logo

University of Wuppertal

Wuppertal, North Rhine-Westphalia · Public University

DE #58 QS World #801 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1972
53
BW Bauhaus-Universität Weimar logo

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar

Weimar, Thuringia · Public University

DE #59 QS World #901 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1860
54
LE Leuphana University Lüneburg logo

Leuphana University Lüneburg

Lüneburg, Lower Saxony · Public University

DE #60 QS World #901 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1946
56
HS Hertie School logo

Hertie School

Berlin · Private University

DE #65 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
2003
57
TH Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt logo

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

Ingolstadt, Bavaria · University of Applied Sciences

DE #69 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1994
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DI Deggendorf Institute of Technology logo

Deggendorf Institute of Technology

Deggendorf, Bavaria · University of Applied Sciences

DE #70 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1994

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Germany for Master's Computer Science & IT?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Lübeck, University of Greifswald, University of Trier. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Computer Science & IT cost in Germany?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities charge no tuition fees in most states (only a semester contribution of roughly €150–€400), while private universities and some Baden-Württemberg programmes do charge. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Computer Science & IT in Germany?

Yes. Germany has over 2,000 English-taught programmes open to international students, who apply for a national student visa (Visa D) at the German mission after receiving their letter of admission.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Computer Science & IT at Master's level in Germany

Germany is the world’s leading destination for Computer Science & IT at Master's level, with accredited programs taught in English at public flagships, private research universities and specialist institutes. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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