What should you bring to the program?

The ISCD master's program is designed for anyone with a background in electronics who is interested in microelectronics, integrated circuits, and innovative technologies. A technical understanding, analytical thinking, a passion for solving complex problems and implementing solutions in practice, as well as a strong foundation in mathematics and computer science, are beneficial.

Since the program is taught in English, English proficiency at the B2 level or higher is required. For admission, you must have a relevant technical bachelor’s or diploma degree, such as in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electronics, or an equivalent degree from a recognized domestic or international university with a focus on electronics.

Here's what you'll learn during your studies

During the program, you will gain in-depth knowledge of the development and implementation of highly complex integrated systems. You will explore modern design methods, semiconductor and manufacturing technologies, as well as analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design.

Design and Modeling of Integrated Systems
You will learn to model, design, and verify highly complex integrated systems at various levels of abstraction. This includes system modeling, system-level verification, and efficient circuit design.

Analog, Digital, and Mixed-Signal Circuit Design
You will develop and implement analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits using state-of-the-art CMOS fabrication technologies. In the process, you will deepen your knowledge of circuit design and the verification of integrated systems.

CAD Tools and Modern Design Methods
You will professionally utilize modern CAD tools from Cadence, Synopsys, and Siemens EDA for the modeling, development, implementation, and verification of integrated circuits.

Semiconductor and Manufacturing
Technologies: You will study the integration and fabrication of integrated circuits as well as state-of-the-art very deep submicron CMOS technologies. This will give you a solid understanding of the technological fundamentals of modern microchips and electronic systems.

Opportunities
for Specialization In advanced courses, you can explore topics such as RF-CMOS design, integrated sensors, smart power technologies, arithmetic circuits, analog-to-digital converters, system-on-chip architectures, embedded computing, and design automation.

Practical Project—Your Own Mixed-Signal Chip
Together with other students, you’ll develop your own mixed-signal chip—from specification through design, implementation, and verification to production, testing, and measurement in the lab. This allows you to gain hands-on experience throughout the entire microelectronic development process.

What opportunities will you have after you graduate?

With a master’s degree, you’ll have access to numerous further educational and professional development opportunities. You can:

• further specialize in your professional field,
• pursue international career paths in research and development,
• begin doctoral studies,
• or continue your academic career at universities and research institutions.

This degree thus offers you excellent prospects in industry as well as access to an academic career.

Here's how the program is organized

The master’s program consists of four semesters and 120 ECTS credits. Classes generally take place Monday through Friday between 4:00 p.m. and 7:20 p.m. If necessary, individual classes may also be held earlier or on two to three Saturdays per month. In-person instruction is supplemented by online components.

The program begins each winter semester, is taught in English, and is structured so that it can be combined with part-time employment. The fourth semester is specifically dedicated to the master’s thesis, the master’s thesis seminar, and the final master’s examination. You can complete your master’s thesis either as part of a part-time position at a company or as part of a research project within the program.

General Information About the Program

For more information on admission requirements, the training contract, nostrification and recognition of qualifications, the admissions process, examination regulations and grading, ECTS credits, and the academic calendar, please refer to the General Study Information.