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Pave the way for innovation in the automotive industry

with your degree in Automotive Software Engineering (M.Eng.).

AUtomotive Software Engineering, m.Eng.

faculty of computer science

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For entry in March 2025

Subject overview.

location:

deggendorf, dit

 

degree:

m.eng.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

semesters
or 1.5 years

 

Language
English

 

starts in
march

The future of the automotive industry: Software-Defined Vehicles

#automotiveInformatics #softwareEngineering #softwareDefinedVehicle #secureCar #autonomousDriving #communicationSystems

#driverAssistanceSystems #artificialIntelligence #embeddedSystems

 

The automotive industry is one of the most important sectors in Bavaria. Alongside major car and truck manufacturers, numerous suppliers are also based here. Modern vehicles increasingly rely on software to realize various functions, with some cars containing over 200 control units and up to 16 gigabytes of software data. This makes software a crucial component, leading the industry to refer to Software Defined Vehicles (SDV). This development demands highly complex systems with hardware and software components for increased safety, comfort, and entertainment, requiring highly qualified experts for development and implementation.

Do you already have relevant knowledge at the Bachelor's level in computer science, electrical and information technology, or a similar field and have a passion for cars and trucks? Become a professional in software engineering in the automotive industry. Deepen your knowledge in automotive informatics and work on the mobility of tomorrow.

fact sheet Automotive Software Engineering

Degree: Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)

Duration: 3 Semesters

ECTS-Points: 90

Start: Summer semester

Location: Deggendorf

Taught in: English

Application Period: 1 October – 1 November

Admission requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical and information technology, or a related field.
  • Successful completion of an entrance test and selection interview
  • Admission is regulated in the Study and Examination Regulations (§ 5 Qualification and Admission Requirements)
  • Language Requirements

Prerequisites:

  • Fundamentals in C/C++ and/or Python

Fees:

  • €72 student union fee per semester
  • International students from non-EU/EEA countries are required to pay service fees for each semester. Click here to read about our service fees.

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career prospects

With a Master's degree in Automotive Software Engineering, you will gain advanced knowledge in software development for modern vehicles. You will be able to apply this knowledge to engineering and application-oriented problems in vehicle development. You can design and dimension vehicle components according to goals and requirements, considering technical, economic, legal, and social conditions.

Automotive Software Engineering is used in various areas at vehicle manufacturers and suppliers:

  • Software Development
  • System Architecture Development
  • Vehicle Testing and Validation
  • Project Management and Quality Control
  • Research, Development, and Teaching
  • Consulting and Services

course structure

The English-taught Master's program in Automotive Software Engineering is designed as a full-time course and spans three semesters. It builds on a Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical and information technology, or a related field.

Driven by the rapidly increasing demands for autonomous driving, highly complex hardware/software systems will become increasingly important. The program focuses on software development for autonomous driving, image understanding, artificial intelligence, embedded systems, in-car, and Car2X communication. Students benefit from comprehensive theory and close collaboration with DIT's technology campuses, which enable research-oriented education in state-of-the-art laboratories.

subject overview

Overview of lectures and courses, SWS (Semesterwochenstunden = weekly hours/semester) and ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) in the Master's degree Automotive Software Engineering.

 

1. Semester SWS ECTS
Image Recognition
4 5
Digital Car/Innovation Management & Customer Design
4 5
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems 4 5
Mobile Applications & Interaction Design in Vehicles
4 5
Terminology/Technical Language 4 5
Elective 1 4 5
     
2. Semester SWS ECTS
Artificial Intelligence
4 5
Automotive Software Entwicklung 4 5
Project 4 5
Elective 2 4 5
Wireless and Car2X Communication
4 5
Automotive Microcontroller 4 5
     
3. Semester SWS ECTS
In-Car Communication Architecture
4 5
Master's Thesis & Colloquium 24 25