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MS Courses at University of Duisburg-Essen

Duisburg, Germany

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University of Duisburg-Essen MS Highlights 2026

The University of Duisburg-Essen offers a 1 year of MS program to its students. It is a good choice for students interested in studies that are in line with industry demands. Students can choose from around 32 MS programs. The MS program can be pursued in specializations such as Control Systems, Energy/Energy Systems, Environmental Sciences, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Industrial Engineering. The University of Duisburg-Essen MS first-year tuition fees for international students is EUR 11,450. Apart from tuition costs, students also need to keep a budget in place for expenses related to living in Germany. This includes rent, groceries, transportation, etc.

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Master of Arts in Medical Management for Economists

2 years

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Master of Science in Industrial Engineering

18 months

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Master of Science in Water Science

2 years

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Master of Science in Civil Engineering

18 months

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Master of Arts in Medical Management for Medical Practitioners and Health Care Professionals

2 years

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Master of Science in Medical Biology

2 years

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#47

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Master of Science in Communications Engineering, ISE

2 years

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Master of Science in Computer Engineering, ISE

4.12 years

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#24

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MSc Computational Mechanics

4.12 years

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#24

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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

18 months

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#21

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Master of Science in Applied Computer Science - Engineering or Media Informatics

2 years

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#24

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Master of Science in Automation and Safety, ISE

3.92 years

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Master of Science in Automotive Engineering & Management Executive

30 months

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₹13 L

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Master of Science in Automotive Engineering & Mobility Management

18 months

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MA in Behavioural Data Science

2 years

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Master of Science in Biodiversity

2 years

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Master of Science in Chemistry

2 years

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MSc in Cyber Physical Systems

2 years

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Master of Science in Embedded Systems Engineering, ISE

2 years

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Master of Science in Medical Technology

2 years

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#33

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University of Duisburg-Essen MS Tuition Fees 2026

To apply at this university, international students are required to pay the University of Duisburg-Essen tuition fee for MS courses. This tuition fee ranges between EUR 11,450. The MS course specializations like Control Systems, Energy/Energy Systems, Environmental Sciences, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Industrial Engineering are some of the popular ones at this university. The factors like transportation, insurance, housing, personal expenses can add to the total University of Duisburg-Essen total cost. Given in the table below is tuition fee for the popular MS programs, take a look:

University of Duisburg-Essen Course Name	MS Tuition Cost
Automobile Engineering	EUR 11,450

Fee components	Amount (for 1 year - 42 months)
Tuition	INR 0 - 12.48 L
Insurance	INR 1.2 L
Transportation	INR 65.4 K
Others	INR 9.41 L - 10.06 L
Total fee	INR 11.26 L - 24.4 L

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Compare MS at UDE with other similar colleges

College	1st Year Tuition Fees	Ranking
University of Duisburg-Essen	INR 0 - 12.62 L	#801 QS, 2027
Ruhr-University Bochum Compare	INR 0 - 19.84 L	#402 QS, 2027
University of Kassel Compare	INR 0 - 5.95 L	#1201 QS, 2027
University of Rostock Compare	INR 0	#901 QS, 2027
Technical University of Kaiserslautern Compare	INR 0 - 8.82 L	#1201 QS, 2026
University of Koblenz-Landau Compare	INR 0 - 3.3 L	#1435 US News, 2025

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University of Duisburg-Essen MS Rankings

The MS course at the university is ranked among various ranking bodies. As per the Shiksha World Ranking, MS ranked #339 in 2025. International students can check the University of Duisburg-Essen rankings below:

Shiksha Popularity Ranking	2023	2024	2025
World Ranking	#236	#295	#339
Country Ranking	#27	#28	#30

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

25% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Easy going

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Internships3.8

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs3.8

Quality of faculty5

Student Life4

Value for money4.8

Public transportation4.8

Safety4

Indian Food3

Permanent Immigration3.8

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Master of Science in Computer Engineering, ISE - Batch of 2025

4.1

Friendly university with lot of practical experience

Tips: The course has a lot of assignments, but that too depends on the subject one chooses, which we have to balance along with internships and household work. The university is very friendly, with good faculty and lots of practical experience in labs. There are a lot of semester-starting parties, which is a good place to get to know many people. Although in the beginning everything seems a little too much to manage all on our own, slowly it seems like a part of life. Yes, the scholarship can be availed if one is struggling financially with not getting part-time/internship; we have to apply for financial help at Asta, the student representative community of the university. So the overall experience of university is good, with friendly faculty and student communities, and NRW should be the preferred choice for any student due to a lot of student advantages related to traveling.

Likes (Public transportation): The transportation is very good, and as a student, it's free, as the cost is covered in the semester ticket. So we don't have to pay anything if using public transportation even across all of Germany. There are buses running all over the city every few minutes, so the transportation is very good.

Dislikes (Indian Food): As a vegetarian, the food options would be limited, as Europe is a heavily meat-driven place. There are some Indian restaurants, but again, as a student, eating out daily would be quite expensive. So the feasible option is to cook at home mostly. In a supermarket one can get all kinds of daily food items, although if one wants to eat Indian vegetables, then they would have to visit Indian stores, which are also present in Duisburg.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60525

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026Read more

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MSc Computational Mechanics - Batch of 2024

4.4

Bilingual courses with 0 tution fee

Tips: Learning the German language is necessary till an intermediate level at least. This will help you settle in the city and in your work. The courses, however, are bilingual and education in Germany is the most affordable.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1781

Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 150000

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2023Read more

Anonymous

MSc Computational Mechanics - Batch of 2021

3.7

Very good studies but not for middle class people from India

Tips: The first thing to know before coming here is that any exam that you want to pass only has 3 attempts. If you fail on your 3rd attempt, not only your admission but also your visa will be cancelled. Indian students mostly cannot avail scholarships. University of Duisburg Essen is very strict and advanced in teaching compared to Bachelors or previous studies compared from India. Keep it in mind that anyone who wants to join here has a shift in their entire perspective of thinking on how to study and how much time to spend on studying. Almost more than 90% of Indian students who pass out from this university were spending 3 or more years for master's and 5 or more years for bachelor's studies. If you want to do the part-time job while studying at this university, you must add at least one extra year to these timelines.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty are very experienced, and teaching is always good if you want to study here. There is no point in saying otherwise if you are not keen on studying. International friendly staff and you will rarely experience racism. You will find good diversified faculty here. Reaching out to any faculty requires a prior appointment. So planning ahead is always essential here.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Let’s be real, the current job market is pretty brutal right now. If you're planning to do your master's at Duisburg-Essen, just know that the surrounding cities are absolutely packed with international students and expats. Because of that, the competition for every single part-time job or internship in the area is insane—you’re basically competing with a massive crowd for the same few roles. On top of that, the courses at this uni are heavily geared toward research and academic theory. They do a great job of pushing a passion for science and further studies, but they honestly don't prepare you at all for how cutthroat the actual job market is.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48000

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026Read more

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Master of Science in Automation and Safety, ISE - Batch of 2023

3.9

A Rollercoaster worth taking

Tips: Concentrate on Language and Planning Your semester ahead is important. The cultural shift I have experienced is about communication and punctuality. Student life often feels lonely and stressful—it's up to us how we tackle it. I made many friends; it worked for me.

Likes (Student Life): I really enjoyed my student life—it's the balance of fun, classes, the canteen, and friends. All because I know the language and I have my own bunch of friends—these people around me made my life easy. I was part of the student union—so I happened to organize many parties funded by the university.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Not many Indian restaurants are around the university, but there are many other cuisines available. Usually we prefer the university canteen—it's one of the best options for students. It's budget-friendly, and students can choose multiple cuisines. My flatmates and I usually cook dinner together.

Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1075

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryEuro 57700

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026Read more

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Is the University of Duisburg-Essen a good university?

Answered 2 days ago

Yes, the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) is a good option for Indian students for the following reasons:

Zero tuition fees (only a semester fee worth EUR 367.80 or INR 40.6 K applies)
Fully-funded scholarships like DAAD and Erasmus Mundus
Ranks among the top 50 universities in Germany in 2027
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What is the University of Duisburg Essen QS Ranking 2027?

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The University of Duisburg QS World Ranking 2027 is #801. It has maintained its standing among the top 900 universities in the world, in recent years. The year-on-year Uni Duisburg QS Ranking trends are mentioned below:

Year	2027	2026	2025
Duisburg Essen University QS Ranking	#801	#801	#801

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What is the minimum GPA Indian students need to study at the University of Duisburg-Essen?

Answered 2 days ago

For restricted-entry Master's programs at University Duisburg Essen, Indian students need a German grade equivalent GPA of 2.5 or more on a 4.0 scale. However, exact cutoffs can vary for different programme and some courses may ask for a better overall GPA.

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Is a University of Duisburg-Essen degree recognised in India?

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Yes, a Uni of Duisburg-Essen degree is recognised in India. Students may be required to obtain an Equivalence Certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) to formally map their credits.

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Is learning German mandatory to study at the University of Duisburg-Essen?

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Learning German (DSH-2 level or better) is mandatory only for those students who are planning to enroll in a German-taught course at UD Essen. Tests accepted at the university include TestDAF and telc C1.

For English-taught courses, students are free to submit either of the following documents/test s

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