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Do I need to prepare for GRE or GMAT if I want to study Master of Computer Science in Germany/Singapore?

25 Aug 2026 · Answered by Edayachandiran Velmurugan · 2 min read
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You do not need the GMAT for a Master of Computer Science, since it is built for business degrees. The GRE is almost always required in Singapore at NUS and NTU, aiming for 320+, while in Germany it is only mandatory at elite TU9 schools like TUM and RWTH Aachen.

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You can skip the GMAT entirely, since it is designed for business and management degrees, not computer science. Whether you need the GRE depends heavily on your target country. Singapore's top universities almost always require it, while Germany's requirement depends on which specific university you choose.

Which Exam You Need, by Destination

Target DestinationPrimary ExamAcceptable AlternativeStrictness
Singapore (NUS, NTU)GRE (General)GATE, for Indian applicantsMandatory
Germany (TUM, RWTH Aachen)GRE (General)GATE, occasionally acceptedMandatory at top schools
Germany (other public universities)None; focus on GPANoneNot required

What to Focus On Once You Know Your Target

  • Singapore: NUS and NTU strictly require GRE scores for foreign applicants; aim for a total of 320+ with a near perfect 165+ Quantitative score
  • Germany's TU9 schools like TUM and RWTH Aachen strictly require the GRE for non-EU applicants, with an unofficial Quantitative cutoff around 164+
  • Other strong German public universities, like University of Stuttgart, TU Berlin, or FAU Erlangen-Nurnberg, often skip the GRE and focus on your undergraduate CGPA
  • Both countries still require English proficiency, typically IELTS 6.5+ or an equivalent TOEFL score

My Advice

Shortlist your target universities before you start studying, since that single decision tells you whether you need the GRE at all. If NUS, NTU, TUM, or RWTH Aachen are on your list, focus your prep almost entirely on the Quantitative section, because these programs care far more about your math score than your Verbal score.

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