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Thinking about applying to the Master’s in Communications and Multimedia Engineering?
Join our online info session to learn what the program is really like. We will walk you through the curriculum, admissions process, and career opportunities, and you will have the chance to ask questions.
The online info sessions are held via Zoom. You can test your computer audio and video by joining a test meeting.
The Zoom links for the online info sessions are directly embedded within each scheduled date. To access a session, simply click on the date you wish to attend, and you will be automatically directed to the corresponding Zoom link and can join the session. No registration is required.
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When, what, how? Find your answer
Below, we have gathered the questions prospective students most often ask about studying at FAU. If you don’t see your question here, we would love to hear from you — please feel free to get in touch at studienberatung-cme@fau.de !
The academic year at FAU is divided into two semesters:
- Winter semester: October to March
- Summer semester: April to September
Lectures and classes usually are only held in the lecture period (Vorlesungsdauer). The periods outside of lectures are intended for exam preparation, research, and internships. You can find all current semester dates and lecture periods on FAU’s website.
Please note that the Master’s program in Communications and Multimedia Engineering admits new students only in the winter semester. It is not possible to start the program in the summer semester.
If you want to study at FAU and earn a degree, you must successfully apply and be admitted to a degree program. Detailed information on how to apply for the Master’s program in Communications and Multimedia Engineering is available on our website.
On FAU’s website, you’ll find all the resources and information you need to guide you through each step:
FAU does not charge tuition fees. However, all students are required to pay a semester contribution of approximately 72 euros, which covers student services. This contribution is due each semester while you are enrolled at FAU.
It is only possible to give a very general estimation of how much it costs to study at FAU. This is because the circumstances and needs of each individual vary greatly. On FAU’s website you can find a rough overview of the costs that you should expect.
In contrast to many other countries, universities in Germany generally do not provide funding to cover students’ living costs. As a result, students typically rely on scholarships from their home countries or from external, specialized organizations. Most students also finance their studies independently.
FAU does not offer scholarships covering the full costs of the entire course of study.
However, FAU provides the following scholarship programs to offer financial support. Please note that these scholarships are limited, provide only modest financial assistance, and are awarded to students who demonstrate excellent academic performance:
If you are interested in finding a scholarship to support your studies at FAU, you may start your search with the following resources:
Most students are supported by their parents and family. Many students also work alongside their studies in Germany. German students can receive financial support via BAföG, if they fulfil certain requirements.