Course overview
Usability Engineering, MSc is a postgraduate (master's) course in computer science & it at rhine-waal-university-of-applied-sciences in Kleve, Germany. It takes 1.5 years (3 semesters), with intakes in September; March.
rhine-waal-university-of-applied-sciences is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | rhine-waal-university-of-applied-sciences (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Kleve, Germany |
| Course | Usability Engineering, MSc |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Computer Science & IT |
| Duration | 1.5 years (3 semesters) |
| Tuition per year | €730 (≈ ₹77,380) |
| Intakes | September; March |
| English requirement | C1 level (CEFR), unless your first degree was taught in English |
Interested in Usability Engineering, MSc?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €730 a year, about ₹77,380. Over 1.5 years that is roughly €1,095 (≈ ₹1.2 lakh) before any yearly increase.
No tuition fee. This is the termly fee (€365.10 for winter 2026/27) times two. Kamp-Lintfort campus.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Termly fee (no tuition)Winter 2026/27: €120 social contribution, €15.30 student union, €226.80 Deutschlandticket, €3 sports and music | €365per semester | ≈ ₹38,701 |
| Living costs (rent, food, transport and other)HSRW's average estimate | €900–1,200per month | ≈ ₹95,400 – ₹1.3 lakh |
| Student health insuranceAbout €150, as estimated by HSRW | €150per month | ≈ ₹15,900 |
Living costs for Germany as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at rhine-waal-university-of-applied-sciences for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A relevant bachelor's degree. Some programmes set a minimum grade: 2.3 (German scale) for Information Engineering and Computer Science, 2.0 for Usability Engineering and International Management and Psychology.
- Master's ideally build on 210 ECTS (seven semesters). With a three-year, 180-ECTS degree you may be admitted with extra modules to make up 30 ECTS.
- Applicants with degrees from outside Germany apply via uni-assist. Deadlines: 15 July for September, 15 January for March.
- Information Engineering and Computer Science asks non-EHEA graduates for TestAS (100), GATE or GRE.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate for the visa.
English requirements
For this course: C1 level (CEFR), unless your first degree was taught in English.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| Level needed | B2 (CEFR) for most English-taught programmes; C1 for Usability Engineering, MSc. |
| IELTS | 5.5 is listed as a B2 example for International Management and Psychology, MSc. |
| TOEFL iBT | 72 is listed as a B2 example for International Management and Psychology, MSc. |
| Other tests | HSRW publishes a list of accepted certificates; check it before booking PTE or Duolingo. Economics and Finance needs a test certificate no older than two years, even after an English-taught degree. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; March.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in GermanyHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Germany, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- APS certificate
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts, or a current transcript with your credits and average mark
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English certificate at B2 (or C1 for Usability Engineering)
- GATE, GRE or TestAS score for Information Engineering and Computer Science
- CV and, where asked, a written statement on how you meet the subject requirements
Scholarships
Germany Scholarship (Deutschlandstipendium) at HSRW
Enrolled students
Value: Monthly stipend under the national Deutschlandstipendium scheme
Merit-based; see the university's scholarships page for entry requirements and dates.
Official page
About rhine-waal-university-of-applied-sciences
Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Rhein-Waal, HSRW) was founded in 2009 on the Lower Rhine, close to the Dutch border. It opened with 15 students and grew quickly; by 2018 more than 7,300 students were enrolled, half of them from abroad.
It has four faculties: Communication and Environment, Society and Economics, Life Sciences, and Technology and Bionics. Most of its bachelor's and master's programmes are taught in English, which is unusual for a German public university.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Usability Engineering, MSc at rhine-waal-university-of-applied-sciences?
The tuition for international students is €730 a year (about ₹77,380). No tuition fee. This is the termly fee (€365.10 for winter 2026/27) times two. Kamp-Lintfort campus. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Usability Engineering, MSc?
The course takes 1.5 years (3 semesters).
What English score do I need?
C1 level (CEFR), unless your first degree was taught in English. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; March. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.