About the Degree Programme

As part of the consecutive Master's degree course in Information Systems, students acquire in-depth knowledge and skills in the field of business informatics after completing their first professional qualification.

The Information Systems degree course is characterised by its international orientation and its flexible range of elective modules, with a focus on acquiring skills for a dynamic and sustainable digital transformation. In addition to an English-language foundation course, students can choose elective modules in English and German from various specialisations (International Business and Management, Information Systems Engineering, Data Science and Digital Business).

The programme is designed in such a way that students can complete it entirely in English.

Our concept promotes an inclusive learning environment for students from many different countries, prepares our students for global challenges and enables personal and professional development.

The programme is application- and research-oriented and is aimed at above-average graduates of Bachelor's programmes with an information technology and business focus, such as Information Systems, Computer Science, Digital Business and Business Studies.

"Anyone who has completed a WI Master's degree in Aachen knows how important dynamic skills are for digital transformation and can implement them."

This guiding principle and our vision of a modern Master's degree programme in Information Systems result in the following learning objectives for the Information Systems (M.Sc.) degree programme:

• Graduates develop and expand dynamic competencies (especially in the design and use of information systems) of companies in the context of digital transformation.
• Graduates are able to analyse, evaluate and change the information system and process landscape of companies from an economic and technological perspective.
• Graduates shape the digital transformation process in intercultural and interdisciplinary teams as a specialist or manager.
• Graduates analyse, evaluate and communicate the practical implications of digital transformation for companies and society, particularly with regard to sustainable management.
• Graduates apply scientific methods to develop evidence-based new findings and apply them in a design-oriented manner.

Students have the opportunity to complete part of their studies at one of FH Aachen's partner universities. The partnerships enable students to gain valuable international experience and develop intercultural skills.

Important tips and detailed information on planning and completing a semester abroad can be found on the general FH Aachen website under the topic "Stays abroad". Here you will also find an overview of the participating partner universities and the necessary steps for the successful organization of your semester abroad.

If you have any questions about the content or application process for the Information Systems degree program, please contact the Student Advisory Service.

Our Student Administration Office will be happy to answer all organizational questions. Here you will find answers to questions about your enrolment or your application, for example.

The Examinations Office will answer all questions relating to examination law, e.g. the crediting of subjects or practical semesters.

Please refrain from sending the same e-mail to several contact persons. You can find a lot of information on this website.

The semester usually starts at the beginning of October (winter semester) or the beginning of April (summer semester).  Exact dates and deadlines can be found on the FH Aachen website under "Semester Dates" or on the department's website under "Dates & Deadlines".

Please note that the orientation week for first semester students is planned and scheduled by the student councils. This usually takes place one week before the start of lectures in the winter semester. Information on the exact dates of the orientation week can also be found on the website or directly from the student councils.

Re-registration for the next semester must be completed on time. Exact re-registration deadlines and further information can also be found on the above-mentioned pages of FH Aachen.

Yes, the Master's degree course in Information Systems can be studied entirely in English. The course places particular emphasis on internationality, which is why the foundation course is taught entirely in English. In the compulsory elective area, students have the opportunity to choose modules in both German and English, which increases flexibility and options for students.

The examination language for the final thesis is also English. This means that international students can easily complete the entire degree program in English and do not have to worry about having to rely on German language skills.

This orientation is a special opportunity for all students participating in our Master's program. By studying in English, they can improve their language skills and optimally prepare themselves for a career in an international environment. This broadens their career prospects and strengthens their competitiveness on the global job market.

In general, it is possible for any Bachelor's degree that is related to business informatics to be considered for the Master's in Information Systems. This includes degree programmes such as computer science, economics, engineering or related subjects.

• Compare the modules and subjects of your Bachelor's degree programme with the reference modules listed in the admission requirements for the Master's degree programme. These reference subjects show you which knowledge and skills are required for the degree programme.
   
• Important: Programming skills - Basic programming skills are generally required. Make sure that you already have knowledge of programming languages or are willing to build up this knowledge on your own.

Graduates of the Masters in Information Systems have a variety of career options in different fields. Here are some typical career directions:

    IT Management

    software development

    Data analysis and business intelligence

    project management

    IT consulting

    System architecture

    E-commerce and digital transformation

It is important to note that the specific career opportunities also depend on the elective modules and the field of study of the Bachelor's degree. Individual interests and the skills developed during the course also play a decisive role. In addition to content-related skills, so-called soft skills, such as teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills, are also of great importance for professional success. These skills enable graduates to work effectively in teams and find their way in dynamic professional environments. The Master's in Information Systems provides you with the tools you need for many different jobs and you can decide for yourself which career path you wish to pursue.

The most important information can be found in the examination regulations in §9:

(1) The following are eligible for the practical semester:

1. companies/institutions whose activities require, or appear to make good sense regarding, the employment of graduates of the Master's degree programme "Information Systems", and
2. who have the appropriate professionally and didactically qualified staff to supervise the student in the company.

(2) The practical semester is scheduled in the third semester of the Master's degree programme "Information Systems” and in the fifth semester of the Master's degree programme "Information Systems (Part-time) ". It comprises 20 weeks in each case.

(3) not applicable here (cf. Section 9 para. 3 APO)

(4) The Examination Board of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology decides on admission to the practical semester.
The application for admission to the practical semester must be accompanied by the following documents:
- if applicable, a proposal for a supervisor in accordance with Section 9 para. 5 APO.

(5) not applicable here (cf. Section 9 para. 5 APO)

(6) Further requirements in accordance with Section 9 para. 6 sentence 2 no. 2 APO are
- regular attendance at the accompanying and evaluation sessions associated with the practical semester;
- written report (approx. 10 pages) on the progress and results of the activities carried out during the practical semester.

The transfer of credits from another Master's degree program is not carried out via the Student Advisory Service, but via the Examinations Office of Faculty 5 and directly via the respective professors or module coordinators. The process for transferring credits and the necessary forms can be found on the website of the Examinations Office in the section Information for university transfer students (Please note that the forms of the Examination Office are only available in German).
Please inform yourself there about the exact steps and documents to be submitted. Whether an examination achievement can be recognized is checked individually. The Student Advisory Service has no influence on this. We therefore recommend that you contact the module coordinators at an early stage and have all relevant documents ready. This includes Certificates or transcripts of records and the respective module description from the previous university.

Please remember to apply for your visa early. Processing can take several weeks or even months. A place at FH Aachen does not automatically mean you will be granted a visa; being awarded a place does not entitle you to a visa. Visas are only issued after review by the relevant authorities and require that all (legal) requirements are met.

In some cases, the visa authority requires certain certificates or evidence. For this, please contact: info.information.systemsfh-aachen.de or the Student Management Office.

Provided you have submitted all the necessary documents on time and paid the semester fees, you can be officially enrolled by the Student Management Office. In this case, you will retain your place at the university regardless of your visa or arrival date in Aachen. Late arrival is therefore not a problem from a formal point of view. However, please note that a late arrival can mean significant restrictions during the first semester and beyond. In particular, we would like to draw your attention to the following points:
 

1. Teaching formats: FH Aachen is a face-to-face university and does not generally offer online participation in lectures, internships, or exercises. The teaching formats are determined by the respective module coordinators. Content that you miss due to late arrival must be made up independently. Individual online offerings do not justify a general claim to digital participation in other modules.

2. Modules with compulsory attendance: In modules or practical courses with compulsory attendance, there is no entitlement to subsequent participation. Please note that passing practical courses is often a prerequisite for admission to the module examination. Substitute performances are generally not possible.

3. Interdisciplinary projects and scientific seminars: There is no entitlement to participate in interdisciplinary projects or scientific seminars if you arrive after the project or seminar has already begun.

4. Missed content and deadlines: Missed content or registrations for courses after the deadline must be made up on your own responsibility. Please contact the respective module coordinator in good time.