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University of Bonn

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North Rhine-Westphilia

Germany

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Program Rank

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137

The Mobile Robotics program at the University of Bonn is a full-time, English-only Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree with a standard period of study of 4 semesters. It is strongly research-oriented and aims to educate top talents in robotics, focusing on probabilistic and learning techniques to enable mobile robots to operate reliably in real-world environments. The curriculum combines competencies from engineering and computer science to build intelligent robotic systems capable of understanding their surroundings, navigating, and acting autonomously. The program is offered by the Institute of Geodesy and Geoinformation and the Institute for Computer Science, and is related to the Center for Robotics. The program starts in the winter semester.
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Total Tuition Fees

$0

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Duration

24 Months

Ranking

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#114

US World and News Report

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#114

The World University Rankings

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Class Profile

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Class Size

25

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Average Age

28

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Average Work Experience

2 Years

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the M.Sc. Mobile Robotics program have numerous possibilities for finding positions in both academia and industry. The Master's program provides the entry qualification for Ph.D. programs, allowing graduates to continue their doctoral studies at public or private research institutions. There is a serious shortage of skilled labor in these domains, both in industry and academia.

Prospective Job Roles

Machine Learning Engineer

Robotics Engineer

Augmented Reality Developer

Automation Technology Specialist

Automotive Engineer (autonomous driving)

Sensor Systems Specialist

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist

Researcher (Academia/Research Institutes)

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Eligibility Criteria

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Accepted fields include Computer Science, Geodesy, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics.

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At least 16 years of bachelor degree.

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At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

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At least 2.2 / German grading system undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

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    90

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  • IELTS

    6.5

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Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Application Fee: 0

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    Transcript

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    English Proficiency Test

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    Master SOP

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    Resume

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    Passport

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    IELTS

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    Academic LOR

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    Class 10 Marksheets

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    Professional LOR

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    Professional LOR

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    Curriculum Vitae

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    WES/ECE evaluation

Application Deadlines

Regular
FallAug 31, 2026N/A
WinterN/AMay 31, 2026

Fees and Funding

The university does not charge tuition fees. All students must pay a social contribution (semester fee) of approximately 330 EUR per semester, which includes a student transit pass and statutory accident insurance. This amounts to approximately 660 EUR per year. Cost of living estimated for Bonn, Germany.
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Tuition Fees

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Overall Cost

$12,000 / year

FAQs

  • Applicants must submit their application via the university’s online portal, ensuring all required documents (degree certificate/transcript, language proof, proof of required subject credits) are submitted by the deadline.
  • Yes — the programme is closely connected with the Center for Robotics, University of Bonn and cutting-edge research in mobile robotics including autonomous sensing, mapping, manipulation, and agriculture robotics.
  • Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as computer science, geodesy, engineering, applied mathematics or similar. They need a solid foundation in mathematics, programming (e.g., Python), and relevant engineering or science subjects.
  • Students learn how to build and deploy intelligent mobile robots that understand their environment, move within it, and act autonomously. Key areas include perception, state estimation, modelling, action generation, planning, manipulation, environment interaction, machine learning, and probabilistic techniques.
  • The programme has a standard period of 4 semesters (2 years full-time).

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