Annual Report 2010 - Fachgruppe Informatik an der RWTH Aachen ...

annotation, and retrieval of spatial data provide for a special focus in the important
application domain of Geographical Information Systems. The programme of study also
includes methodological aspects of designing media informatics systems from the
perspectives of software engineering, usability, media design, and business requirements.
The final six months of the programme are dedicated to the master thesis which can be done
in co-operation with industry. The course contents is structured according to the ECTS
(European Credit Transfer System).
Career Opportunities
Computer scientists with an applied focus have been in great demand in the past, and this
trend is expected to continue for the foreseeable future. With an M.Sc. degree in Media
Informatics you will be well-prepared for the typical challenges faced when working in
computer systems engineering and for creative work with audio-visual media. The ABCD
region (Aachen, Bonn, Cologne; Düsseldorf) is home to many prospective employers,
including global players such as Philips, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, Bertelsmann Group,
as well as many television stations such as WDR, VIVA, etc.
Language of Instruction
The Programme will be taught completely in English
Duration of the Programme
Two years
Beginning of the Programme
October
Deadline for application:
March 1st the same year the programme starts
Further information
For further general information please check the RWTH webpages. If you have specific
questions on course content please contact:
RWTH Aachen University
Chair Informatik 4
Media Informatics Team
52056 Aachen, Germany
E-Mail: msc-mi@b-it-center.de
Webpage: http://mi.b-it-center.de/
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