Electronics & Avionics
Microelectronics and Chip Design MSc
Technical University of MunichA two-year MSc focused on semiconductor systems, digital and analog circuit design, chip architecture, hardware development and practical integrated-circuit design.
Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
2 years full-time
Programme Overview
The Technical University of Munich MSc in Microelectronics and Chip Design provides advanced education in the development and implementation of modern integrated circuits and semiconductor systems.
Students build strong foundations in mathematics, physics, electronics, analog design and digital design before progressing to advanced front-end and back-end chip-development topics.
The programme allows specialisation in analog and mixed-signal design or digital design. Students learn to model complex systems and transform algorithms and system requirements into hardware architectures suitable for integrated-circuit implementation.
A major feature of the programme is a practical chip-design project spanning the curriculum, allowing students to participate in the complete design process and gain experience with real chip development and tape-out.
The fourth semester is dedicated to the Master's thesis, which may also be undertaken in cooperation with industry.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification that provides eligibility for postgraduate study.
Suitable previous degrees include Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Computer Science with an electrical engineering focus, Physics or a comparable programme.
Applicants should have sufficient preparation in mathematics, electronics, programming, electrical engineering and related technical subjects.
Admission is conducted through TUM's two-stage aptitude assessment process.
The application normally includes:
Bachelor's degree certificate or current academic transcript
Transcript of records
Curricular analysis
Statement of purpose or motivation letter
Current CV
Proof of English-language proficiency
Passport
Applicants whose qualifying Bachelor's degree was earned outside Germany generally need a Preliminary Documentation certificate from uni-assist.
Additional documentation may apply depending on the applicant's country and educational background.
English-Language Requirements
The programme is taught entirely in English.
TOEFL iBT:
Minimum score 88
IELTS Academic:
Minimum overall band score 6.5
IELTS Online Academic:
Minimum overall band score 6.5
Other TUM-recognised English-language qualifications may also be accepted.
Applicants whose previous education satisfies TUM's recognised English-language proof requirements may qualify through alternative documentation.
Proof of English proficiency must be submitted by the application deadline.
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
Technical University of Munich offers tuition-fee waivers and other funding opportunities for eligible international students. Waiver Scholarship for High-Achieving Master's Students Available to eligible incoming or early-stage Master's students with outstanding academic performance. Successful applicants generally receive a waiver of the international tuition fee for two semesters. Students may be permitted to apply again for further semesters. Financial-Need Waivers Eligible students facing financial hardship may also qualify for tuition-fee support subject to TUM's published criteria. Tuition Exemptions Certain students may be exempt from international tuition fees depending on nationality, previous education, legal status or other qualifying circumstances. Other TUM and external scholarships may also be available. Scholarship and waiver eligibility is competitive and must be checked for the relevant semester.