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Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive

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Overview

Start your Master in Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive

Whether you aspire to become a (Senior) AI Developer, a pioneering AI Researcher, or a visionary Project Lead, our Master's in Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive (60 ECTS credits) will pave the way for a fulfilling career in this dynamic field. Here, you'll not only gain expertise in the latest AI knowledge and techniques but also acquire the skills needed to spearhead in automotive industry.   

Your onlinecampus degree summed up

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance
OnlineCampus Study Model Degree
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
60 ECTS credits

Language
English
Accreditation & Recognition
Accreditation
Accredited in line with German and European standards


Recognition
Your degree is Internationally recognised and can easily be transferred to another country
Tuition Fees & Discounts
Tuition Fees
Starting from € 415 (US$ 439)* per month
*based on the exchange rate from 30.11.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

Online application
No application fees
Study Duration
Study start
any time

Duration
12 - 24 months (depending on time model)
100 % flexible

You decide where and when you want to study

Modernised learning

Access our unique learning app and AI tutor 

Award-winning education

First-class learning: 96% recommended 

Study contents

Online course overview

The course is divided into two main parts: The first part covers the fundamental principles of artificial intelligence, while the second part focuses on ai in automotive industry. 

Semester 1

ModuleECTS credits

Machine Learning

5

Deep Learning

5

Reinforcement Learning

5

Inference and Causality

5

Seminar: Current Topics in AI

5

Architectures of Self-Driving Vehicles

5

Semester 2

ModuleECTS credits

Case Study: Localization, Motion Planning and Sensor Fusion

5

Functional Security

5

Computer Vision for Autonomous Systems

5

Master Thesis

15

Module guide

Module guide

Course schedules

Online course schedule

All the support you need, any time of day

With this programme, you’ll have access to human and AI-powered tutoring. 

Your tutors will be available to answer any questions, and you’ll have recurring appointments where you can discuss course topics with them and other students. 

Syntea, IU’s AI-powered tutor, will be available 24/7 to guide you through your courses and prepare you for exams. 

Study your way, and master working with AI at the same time. 

Admission

Entry requirements

You can start your desired study programme at IU International University of Applied Sciences if you meet the requirements. 

The admissions documents must be provided in English or German; a translation is required if not issued in one of these two languages required. If you need to translate your documents, we can help by referring you to our trusted translation partners. You can find more details here.

General admission requirements

  • Completed undergraduate degree with at least 240 ECTS credits with a focus on economics, natural sciences or technology   
  • Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university  
  • You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree  
  • Proof of at least one year of professional work experience acquired after completing your undergraduate studies prior to beginning the study programme

Additional specialist knowledge

In addition, the 60-ECTS credits programme requires the courses "Advanced Mathematics", "Advanced Statistics" and "Programming with Python" to be completed or comparable previous knowledge to be demonstrated. You can complete these courses free of charge with us before your studies. 

Work experience

  • Proof of at least one year’s qualified work experience completed prior to the start of the study programme (the work experience must be gained after the completion of your undergraduate studies).
  • Don’t have a year’s worth of qualified work experience? Don’t worry! With the Fee Reduction Programme, you can start your studies right away, and gain your professional experience alongside your studies. You’ll need to achieve the one year’s worth of experience before you complete your Scholarship Programme.
  • You can provide us a translation of your employment contract and your pay slip or you can ask your company to fill out this form in English, sign it, apply the company stamp and send it to us:
    Proof of work experience (EN)
    Proof of work experience (NL)
    Proof of work experience (ES)
    Proof of work experience (IT)
    Proof of work experience (FR)

Fee Reduction Programme

Apply for the Fee Reduction Programme and receive a discount on your tuition fees. 

Please get in touch with our Study Advisory Team for more details. 

English language skills

Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). 

We accept the following English language skills certificates*: 

  • TOEFL (minimum 80 points)* or 
  • IELTS (minimum Level 6)* or 
  • Duolingo English Test (minimum 95 points)*
  • PTE Academics (minimum 59 points)* or 
  • Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)* 

Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or university? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. 

Get in touch with our study advisors for more details. 

*Proof must be provided before the start of the study and must not be older than five years. 

Work experience

APS Certificate

If you are from India, China or Vietnam, you might need the APS certificate to study in Germany, regardless of if your programme is 100% online or on-campus. Learn more about the APS certification here.  

Don’t meet the work experience requirements? You can still apply to our partner institutions.

At IU, we’re serious about making education accessible! So, if you do not meet our work experience requirements, you still have the option to get a similar international, flexible degree from one of our partner institutions. Contact the Study Advisors today to learn more. 

Careers

Your Applied Artificial Intelligence career outlook

As a seasoned expert in automotive artificial intelligence, you can anticipate promising career prospects across different industries, offering abundant opportunities to grow into leadership roles. After graduation, you will embark on a career path where you may find yourself in roles such as... 

(Senior) Developer - AI for Automotive

You will be responsible for developing and overseeing AI approaches for autonomous driving. This includes crafting cutting-edge algorithms for autonomous driving, predictive maintenance, driver assistance systems, and their corresponding applications. Beyond that, you will actively test and refine AI applications, mentor junior developers, and deliver technical presentations on results and progress to stakeholders. 

Researcher - AI in Automotive Applications

You will embark on a journey of groundbreaking innovation, revolutionising AI's integration into automotive realms such as autonomous driving, driver assistance systems, and predictive maintenance. Collaborating closely with a dynamic team of data scientists, software engineers, and esteemed professionals in the automotive industry, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge developments. Additionally, there's an exciting possibility of nurturing and guiding the next generation of talent by mentoring students or assisting younger team members. 

Project lead - AI Products in Automotive

Your tasks include orchestrating and overseeing the project's trajectory, fostering seamless communication among all project stakeholders, conducting thorough risk analyses, and upholding the highest standards of quality throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, you will identify new technology trends and develop strategies to integrate these technologies into existing and new products. Serving as a vital bridge connecting technical teams, management, and customers, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring optimal alignment between innovation and user needs. 

Student reviews

This is what our students say

  • “I was able to gain practical experience, broaden my specialist knowledge and have lots of flexibility to organise my study time myself.”

    Mareen Sellmann

    Graduate, Germany

  • “I love studying at IU because I can study anywhere and anytime I want. Together with IU's study materials, I feel prepared, confident and ready for the future.”

    Stine Marie Quabs

    M.A. Marketing Management, Germany

  • “The Study Advisory Team gave me very good tips on how to manage my time as a student who also works full-time.”

    Cédric Gobrecht

    Online student

  • “The IU programme requires students to do extensive research for essays and thesis, which helped me develop a more data-driven though process and learn how to logically present my ideas.”

    NaYoung Lee

    MBA, South Korea

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Tuition fees

Online Study models & fees for your Master degree in Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive

On campus study model and fees for your Master degree in Applied Artificial Intelligence in Automotive

Depending on your personal or professional circumstances, you may wish to complete your studies as quickly as possible, or you may prefer a more flexible study programme that is less time-consuming. That’s why we offer part-time options for all our study programmes. This allows you to study alongside professional or personal commitments. We adjust your study fees based on your chosen time model.

Are you unable to finish your programme within the given time? No problem! If you realise that you need more time, you can simply switch to another time model with one months’ notice before the end of the month.

No registration or administration fees are charged when you apply for studying – you’ll only be charged once your studies have started, and the trial month has ended.

Your trial month begins when you receive your login credentials. This will give you the opportunity to test our courses for one month without obligation, before being charged. During that month, you can then take your first courses and start learning right away!

Once the trial month is over, your studies continue. You’ll pay your tuition fees according to your contract.

At IU, we believe in full transparency – so there are no hidden fees. You only pay for your tuition and the one-time campus registration fee of €1,500.

No registration or administration fees are charged when you apply for studying – you'll only be charged once your studies have started. If you won't be admitted to a programme because you do not meet the admission requirements, no fees will be charged.

Full-Time

Duration 12 Months

US$ 820
US$ 692 /mth* Apply now
* € 655 based on the exchange rate from 30.11.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

Part-Time I

Duration 18 Months

US$ 608
US$ 523 /mth* Apply now
* € 495 based on the exchange rate from 30.11.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

Part-Time II

Duration 24 Months

US$ 503
US$ 439 /mth* Apply now
* € 415 based on the exchange rate from 30.11.2024 12:00 AM (CET)

All our study programmes include the following benefits

  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Monthly live and recorded tutorials
  • Use of the online campus
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn German and English for free
  • 4-week money back guarantee
  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn German and English for free
  • On-campus tutorials, 2-3x week
  • Access to all on-campus services
Recognition

Recognition of previous achievements

  • Save time: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!

Even before you apply for a study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our recognition application form, which you can find under the content section of each study programme's webpage, and upload it via our upload section. You can also e-mail it to us, or send it via post.

Send an email to study@iu.org to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies.

Do you need help with your application for recognition? Our student advisors will be happy to help. Simply arrange a personal call-back appointment.Arrange a personal video consultation appointment to discuss recognition

Recognition files

Guide to recognition

Individual application for recognition

Why IU International University of Applied Sciences is the best choice

Your Studies Are Flexible and 100% Online

Schedule when you want to learn and study 100% online. At IU you have the possibility to complete your degree fully from home, whether full-time or part-time. You can even take your exams online whenever it suits you. 

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, digital study material, tutorial videos, live teaching sessions, student advice and support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions. Our study coaches are also available to help at any time. 

The Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of electives you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.

The Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of electives you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Hybrid Studies = More Flexibility

By combining in-person tutorials 2-3 times per week with 24/7 access to online study materials, you get to benefit from a more flexible study schedule. This allows you to work alongside your studies, or combine other activities, with relative ease. 

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, intimate campuses, easy access to lecturers, live teaching sessions, student advice services, and career support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions – and so are our study coaches.  

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