Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing for Computer Scientists, Germany

Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing for Computer Scientists (SEMiCS)

Semiconductor Engineering & Manufacturing for Computer Scientists (SEMiCS)

Master of Engineering

Master of Engineering

Europe needs Semiconductor Engineers. Become One.


The Semiconductor Engineering and Manufacturing for Computer Scientists Master’s program prepares you for one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. It combines computer science and hands-on engineering with a focus on advanced semiconductor technologies. Based in Zweibrücken and offered in cooperation with Hochschule Kaiserslautern, SEMiCS delivers practice-oriented learning in a modern, English-taught environment, opening the door to excellent career prospects in Europe and beyond.


The M.Eng. SEMiCS program is offered in cooperation between S-Next and Hochschule Kaiserslautern. The state-recognized degree is awarded by Hochschule Kaiserslautern.

State-Recognized and Fully Accredited in Germany.

State-Recognized and Fully Accredited in Germany.

Know your Course at a glance

Know your Course at a glance

duration

duration

3 Semesters

3 Semesters

Location

Location

Zweibrücken

Zweibrücken

FORMAT

FORMAT

Full Time

Full Time

Language

Language

Taught in English

Taught in English

Credits

Credits

90 ECTS

90 ECTS

start of lectures

29 September 2026

Total tuition fees

Total tuition fees

€12.600,00*

€12.600,00*

*excl. one-time €980 Admission Fee

*excl. one-time €980 Admission Fee

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

Why you should study this program

Why you should study this program

System Thinking in Technology Contexts

System Thinking in Technology Contexts

Expand your computer science skills through engineering and technology-driven application contexts. Learn to analyze and understand complex technical systems from a holistic perspective.

Integrated Software & Engineering Perspective

The program integrates system, software, and technology perspectives across multiple modules. This enables you to apply computer science methods effectively in manufacturing and technology-oriented environments.

Fast-Track & International Study Format

Fast-Track & International Study Format

The three-semester, fully English-taught master’s program follows a compact fast-track approach. It is designed for highly motivated students with strong independence and an international mindset.

The three-semester, fully English-taught master’s program follows a compact fast-track approach. It is designed for highly motivated students with strong independence and an international mindset.

Our curriculum aligns with industry leaders such as ASML, Infineon, Intel or Apple.

Our curriculum aligns with industry leaders such as ASML, Infineon, Intel or Apple.

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

What will you learn?

What will you learn?

Gain advanced engineering fundamentals in semiconductor and microsystems technology with strong systemic integration.

Gain advanced engineering fundamentals in semiconductor and microsystems technology with strong systemic integration.

Learn to analyse, evaluate, and contextualise complex technical systems.

Learn to analyse, evaluate, and contextualise complex technical systems.

Through project- and lab-oriented modules, you apply your knowledge to real-world problems

Through project- and lab-oriented modules, you apply your knowledge to real-world problems

Develop the ability to independently structure and solve complex tasks.

Develop the ability to independently structure and solve complex tasks.

Be prepared for interdisciplinary development and research environments.

Be prepared for interdisciplinary development and research environments.

Study in Germany with cutting-edge labs and top-tier technology: the perfect place to build your future in semiconductor engineering.

Study in Germany with cutting-edge labs and top-tier technology: the perfect place to build your future in semiconductor engineering.

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

Who is it for?

Graduates of computer science, oriented bachelor’s programs such as computer science, informatics, or related IT disciplines.

Graduates of computer science, oriented bachelor’s programs such as computer science, informatics, or related IT disciplines.

Applicants aiming to expand their software and system skills within engineering and technology-driven application contexts

Applicants aiming to expand their software and system skills within engineering and technology-driven application contexts

Candidates with solid foundations in programming, mathematics, and system thinking.

Students for whom prior knowledge in physics or electronics is beneficial but not mandatory.

Students for whom prior knowledge in physics or electronics is beneficial but not mandatory.

National and international applicants seeking an English-taught, application-oriented master’s program.

National and international applicants seeking an English-taught, application-oriented master’s program.

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

Career Prospects

Career Prospects

Software Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Analog Design Engineer

Analog Design Engineer

Application Engineer

Application Engineer

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

Semester 1: Winter Semester

Semester 1: Winter Semester

Systems Engineering for Informatics-Oriented Engineering Applications

Systems Engineering for Informatics-Oriented Engineering Applications

Semiconductor Technology and Microfabrication

Semiconductor Technology and Microfabrication

Electrical Engineering for Sensing Technology

Electrical Engineering for Sensing Technology

Physics and Chemistry

Physics and Chemistry

Engineering Mathematics

Engineering Mathematics

MEMS Lab

MEMS Lab

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

Semester 2: Summer Semester

Semester 2: Summer Semester

Software engineering for embedded systems

Software engineering for embedded systems

Advanced Semiconductor Devices

Advanced Semiconductor Devices

Mechanics of Materials

Mechanics of Materials


Systems Integration and Packaging

Systems Integration and Packaging


Signal Processing for Sensing Applications

Signal Processing for Sensing Applications


Master’s Thesis and Colloquium

Master’s Thesis and Colloquium

MASTER SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING FOR COMPUTER SCIENTISTS (SEMiCS)

MANAGEMENT & INNOVATION IN BERLIN

Semester 3: Master's Thesis

Semester 3: Master's Thesis


Master’s Thesis and Colloquium

Master’s Thesis and Colloquium

Requirements

Requirements

Requirements

Educational Background

Educational Background

Relevant university degree qualifying for a specific profession:

Informatics, applied informatics software engineering, technical computer science, comparable computer science-related courses of study.

Relevant university degree qualifying for a specific profession:

Informatics, applied informatics software engineering, technical computer science, comparable computer science-related courses of study.

Language requirements

Language requirements

English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency

English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency

DOCUMENTS

DOCUMENTS

Tabular resume with a description of your personal and professional background, Proof of your first professional university degree, Proof of relevant professional experience and/or internships, Proof of the required language skills, Transcript of records or module descriptions from your first degree, Recent passport photo

Tabular resume with a description of your personal and professional background, Proof of your first professional university degree, Proof of relevant professional experience and/or internships, Proof of the required language skills, Transcript of records or module descriptions from your first degree, Recent passport photo

WORK EXPERIENCE

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least one year of relevant professional experience in areas such as software or system development, IT-related technical work, technical systems (development/analysis/operation), or simulation/data/model-based work in industrial or technical contexts. Relevant internships from during or after your first degree may also count if they match these areas.

"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."

"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."

JOSEPHINE AMOAKO

JOSEPHINE AMOAKO

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