

Master Embedded Systems Engineering
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Campus & City Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
- Rent (1BR)
- €700
- Groceries
- €250
- Pint
- €4
Continental; -2 to 24°C depending on region.
S-Bahn/U-Bahn in all major cities; excellent national rail.
Very safe; cashless payment still limited in places.
A German higher education institution listed on the HRK Hochschulkompass.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Genuinely worthwhile"
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — most coursework is in English even though day-to-day German is everywhere. Overall, if you're considering Embedded Systems Engineering at Universität Duisburg-Essen, I'd say go for it.
"Exceeded expectations"
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — cost of living is low and semester tickets cover regional transport. Overall, if you're considering Embedded Systems Engineering at Universität Duisburg-Essen, I'd say go for it.
"Exceeded expectations"
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city — most coursework is in English even though day-to-day German is everywhere. Overall, if you're considering Embedded Systems Engineering at Universität Duisburg-Essen, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — most coursework is in English even though day-to-day German is everywhere. Overall, if you're considering Embedded Systems Engineering at Universität Duisburg-Essen, I'd say go for it.
"Exceeded expectations"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — cost of living is low and semester tickets cover regional transport. Overall, if you're considering Embedded Systems Engineering at Universität Duisburg-Essen, I'd say go for it.
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