Software Engineering

• In-depth knowledge in the core areas of software engineering (e.g. requirements engineering, management of software projects, design and architecture of software systems, quality assurance, documentation and process models).
• Current techniques in the areas of (formal) specification, implementation and (formal) verification
• Specialized knowledge in areas of specialization such as Databases and information systems, distributed and embedded systems, formal methods of software engineering, data protection and IT security as well as human-machine interaction
• Recognize problems in good time during project implementation, assess alternative courses of action, plan sensible countermeasures
• Reflect on the legal and ethical consequences of using software in different areas of life and put them in relation to their own actions

The ratio of teaching staff to students at Ulm University also allows for excellent student support in the Department of Computer Science. The exercise groups and tutorials are manageable, the formation of learning groups is specifically encouraged and additional offers such as programming workshops and the use of electronic communication and learning platforms make it easier to get started in this versatile subject, especially in the first semesters.
Practical relevance through projects:
Two extensive software projects are carried out in the Master's program, partly in cooperation with industry. This gives the course an extraordinary practical relevance in line with the motto: you can't just learn Software Engineering, you have to experience it!

Our students gain experience in software development for successful software projects in two extensive application projects, some of which are offered in cooperation with industry. The practical orientation from the Bachelor's degree is continued here.

Master's theses can be carried out in the research projects of the faculty's institutes or with industrial cooperation partners. The elective options in the third Bachelor's year lay the foundation for possible specializations, which can then be deepened in the Master's degree. It is possible to focus on theoretical content as a prerequisite for later research work, on more practical and technical skills, or on business skills for later work in management.