This two-year Master of Science programme in Electrical Engineering is taught entirely in English and is designed for students who want to study in an international setting at the heart of one of Europe’s major industrial regions. The curriculum covers the classical foundations of electrical engineering and information technology while also offering advanced, research-oriented coursework. Notably, the programme is one of the few in Germany that does not require German language proficiency.
When you enrol, you choose one of seven specialisation tracks at the time you register for your first exams, allowing you to focus your studies and career direction. The university’s strong research funding and close ties to industry provide access to hands-on projects, research opportunities and smooth pathways into professional employment after graduation.
Specialisation options (choose one when registering for your first exams)
Key facts / requirements
For more details and application-related questions, see the programme FAQ: https://www.f05.uni-stuttgart.de/en/ei/prospective_students/eeng/faq/.
The programme spans four semesters: the first three are devoted to taught coursework and the fourth is reserved for the Master’s thesis project. Study is organised around seven areas of specialisation; for each specialisation there is a catalogue of core modules and a catalogue of electives. You build your curriculum by selecting a required mix of credits from both catalogues, giving you room to tailor the degree to your technical interests and career goals.
Key components include dedicated core modules in your chosen specialisation, elective modules that broaden or deepen your expertise, laboratory and practical training to develop hands‑on skills, and research seminars leading into an independent Master’s thesis in the final semester. Together these elements are designed to produce graduates who can master advanced electrical‑engineering concepts, design and analyse systems, translate theory into practical solutions, carry out independent research, and communicate and collaborate effectively in professional settings.
Key modules (examples of module types)
Requirements (concise)
This structure balances specialised technical training, practical experience, and research practice—preparing you for careers in industry or further academic research.
This master's programme requires applicants to hold a completed bachelor’s-level degree that provides solid grounding in electrical engineering and related topics. Specifically, the qualifying first degree must be from a programme lasting at least six semesters (typically three academic years) or an equivalent qualification. Degrees in electrical engineering and information technology are directly eligible; degrees from other study programmes with closely related content may also qualify if the academic results demonstrate sufficient subject-related knowledge.
If your bachelor’s degree was obtained outside the German system, admissions staff will assess whether your qualification is equivalent in content and duration. Expect to submit official documents such as your diploma, academic transcripts and, if requested, course descriptions or syllabi to demonstrate that your prior studies cover the necessary electrical-engineering and information-technology topics.
Admission requirements (concise)
Winter Semester (International)
15 January 2027
Summer Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 January 2027
Summer Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are well positioned for technical and development roles in industry (automotive, telecommunications, power electronics, optoelectronics, energy systems and smart systems) thanks to the programme’s close ties with regional and international companies and its emphasis on applied projects and a research-oriented master’s thesis. The specialisations enable students to target career paths such as system design, R&D engineer, power systems engineer, communications engineer, or roles in sensor and nano-opto device development.
The research component and thesis also prepare graduates for further academic work or doctoral studies, while internships and industry collaborations facilitate transition into professional roles within Germany and internationally.
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