AI in Society

The development of artificial intelligence is progressing rapidly and AI technologies are finding their way into an increasing number of areas of everyday life. This is accompanied by numerous challenges, whether in terms of participation, transparency, regulation, or the labor market. Students of the Master's degree program AI in Society (M.Sc.) deal with social problems in the context of AI from an interdisciplinary perspective and develop holistic approaches to solve them.

The degree program is equally research- and application-oriented. It provides a deep understanding of AI technologies and their use, from medical diagnostics to autonomous vehicles. Students work with neural networks, machine learning and deep learning, generative AI or natural language processing. The focus is on questions relating to the traceability and interpretability of algorithms and the avoidance of biases, ensuring data protection and security, the importance of fair access to AI technologies, and their beneficial application in business and society.

Graduates of the degree program are not only familiar with the technical dimensions of AI applications, but also with their legal, ethical, and political implications. They are able to recognize, analyze and regulate the potentials and problems of innovative AI technologies in order to ensure their responsible use. This makes them excellently qualified for a wide range of tasks in the tech industry as well as for positions of responsibility in public administration or scientific research.

The Master program “AI in Society” covers a wide range of topics from the technical aspects of AI and data science to the societal implications, regulation, and governance  of AI. The curriculum includes foundational courses in AI and data science, programming and data processing, as well as specialized courses on topics such as deep learning, human-AI interaction, and natural language processing. It also includes courses that focus on the societal aspects of AI, such as governance, law and regulation of AI, AI in diverse societies, and elective modules in different societal application areas of AI. In this way the program prepares students for roles bridging technical AI and societal implications.

Required language skills for admission:

You need sufficient English language skills if you wish to apply for this program. Evidence of your language proficiency has to be submitted before the end of the application deadline. Learn more about recognized certificates and other ways to prove your English language skills.

This evidence of your language proficiency confirms that you comply with the minimum language requirements for admission to the program. Depending on the program and your individual background, it may be necessary for you to keep working on your language skills during your studies. Be sure to take a look at the services of our Language Center.  

Language of instruction:

The language of instruction for this program is English.

• Information on exams
• Information on studying abroad

The tuition fees for international students from third countries for this degree program are 4,000 euros per semester. This amount is charged for full-time study.

Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here.

Please note: The semester fee as a contribution to the student union must be paid additionally. It varies depending on where you are studying. You can find all information on the semester fee here.

Minimum requirements to apply for a Master’s program at TUM are a recognized undergraduate degree (e.g. a Bachelor’s) and the successful completion of the aptitude assessment procedure. The aptitude assessment allows the TUM school to which you are applying to evaluate your individual talents and motivation for study.

During the application period, you must apply through the TUMonline application portal and upload your application documents.

If you receive an offer of admission, you will additionally have to submit individual documents as notarized hardcopies by post to be enrolled.

Generally, applicants with a qualification for postgraduate studies (e.g. a Bachelor’s) obtained outside of the EU / EEA must have their documents reviewed in advance through uni-assist.

In detail:

• Applying for a master’s program: Application, admission requirements and more 

• Degree Certificate and Diploma or Subject and Grade Transcript of Studies to Date
• Transcript of Records
• Proof of English Language Proficiency
• Complete and Current Résumé (in English)
• Letter of Motivation (optional)
• List of Best Credits
• Passport
• Preliminary Documentation (VPD) if the qualification for graduate studies (e.g. a bachelor's) is obtained outside the EU/EEA

We may require additional documents depending on your educational background and your country of origin. Complete the online application to receive a comprehensive list of the required documents. 

• Application for Enrollment (signed)
• Transcript of Records (certified copy)
• Most Current Photo (as for ID)
• Digital notification of your health insurance status from a German public health insurance provider (requested by applicant)
• Degree Certificate and Diploma (certified copy)

We may require additional documents depending on your educational background and your country of origin. Complete the online application to receive a comprehensive list of the required documents. 

You can find a detailed explanation of admission requirements here.

Application period for winter semester: 01.02. – 31.05.

Information about applying for a higher subject semester

During the application period, you must apply through the TUMonline application portal and upload your application documents. Please be aware that we can only process your application if you upload all required documents within the application period.

We will review your application as soon as it is complete. Please check your TUMonline account regularly, to see if we have any queries to your documents or if you have to amend one or more documents.

After receiving admission, you will see in TUMonline which documents you have to submit for enrollment, and in which form. Please note that you always have to send the signed application for enrollment and all notarized hardcopies by post.

We recommend that you submit the documents for enrollment as soon as possible after receiving admission. If individual documents are not available by then, you can submit them up to 5 weeks after the start of the lecture period. You will, however, only be enrolled once we have received all documents.

You can check the status of your application at any time in your TUMonline account.

Selection takes place through an aptitude assessment procedure. An aptitude assessment is a two-part procedure after the submission of an official application to a program. In this procedure, the TUM school determines whether you meet the specific requirements for its Master’s degree program.

In the initial stages, the grades you obtained during your Bachelor’s program, as well as your written documents, will be evaluated using a point system. Depending on the amount of points accumulated, applicants are either immediately admitted, rejected or invited to an admissions interview. 

• Aptitude Assessment for Master
• Description of the aptitude assessment (appendix 2, German) (PDF 114 KB)