The most important facts at a glance
Is this the right program for me?
The Master’s program is an excellent fit if you hold a Bachelor’s degree in media informatics, information science, computer science, or a related field, and if you are passionate about developing modern user‑centred software and interaction technologies or contributing to research in areas such as human–computer interaction.
You should enjoy working collaboratively, tackling complex problems, communicating with users and stakeholders, and engaging with research‑driven questions. The program is strongly project‑based: you will work independently in teams, develop software systems, and conduct empirical studies involving experiment design, implementation, and statistical analysis.
What makes this program special?
The Master of Science in Media Informatics combines a strong practical orientation with modern, research‑informed teaching. Written exams play only a minor role. Instead, you will work in teams to conduct empirical studies in human–computer interaction and emerging interaction technologies, or you will design and implement advanced systems and applications using state‑of‑the‑art software engineering and usability engineering methods.
Programming, empirical research (study implementation, experimental design, statistics), and project‑based work form the core of the curriculum. In project courses and within the flexible elective area, you can shape your individual profile and pursue the topics that match your interests and career goals.
What can I do with this degree?
Graduates of the Master of Science in Media Informatics have access to a broad spectrum of career paths in both industry and research. The program equips you with the skills needed for roles in areas such as:
- Software Engineering & Programming — designing and developing advanced software systems
- Usability Engineering & Requirements Engineering — shaping user‑centred digital products
- Project Management — coordinating interdisciplinary development processes
- Interaction Technology Development — creating innovative interaction concepts and interfaces
- Game Engineering — designing and implementing interactive game systems
Thanks to the program’s strong research orientation, numerous opportunities also open up in academic and applied research — for example in human–computer interaction, usability research, or technology‑driven innovation labs at universities and research institutions.
