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Writing Your Master’s Thesis Whith a Company – MBS Alumnus Philip Dorpema Shares His Experiences

September 16, 2022

When students reach the home stretch of their degree, they not only need to find a suitable topic for their final thesis, they also need to decide whether to write their thesis at the university or while working at a company. MBS alumnus Philip Dorpema chose the second option and, in this interview, shares some key insights and tips for writing your master’s thesis from within a company.

MBS Insights: Philip, you wrote your master’s thesis in partnership with Generali Versicherung  rather than working on it solely at university. How exactly did that come about? Did you always plan to write your master’s thesis while working at a company? If so, how did you find the right company for your project?

Philip Dorpema: On the  Sports Business and Communications  program, we were told from the outset that we were welcome to write our master’s thesis while working at a company. I soon decided that I wanted to take advantage of this opportunity, because it allows you to get so much input and support for your project that you otherwise wouldn’t be able to access. When the time came to look for a position at a company, I looked for internships at a number of firms who are active in the field of sponsorships, which I had chosen as the focus topic for my master’s thesis. That’s when I came across Generali.

MBS Insights: What differences do you think there are between writing a master’s thesis at a company and writing it at university?

Philip Dorpema: There are certain differences between writing a master’s thesis in a company and writing one at uni. The first difference is that you have at least two mentors you can turn to for advice: one at the university and another contact in the company. There’s also a stronger practical connection when working in a company. My bachelor’s thesis, which I wrote exclusively at university, was far more theoretical than the master’s thesis I wrote while working. For example, in my master’s thesis I was able to use data from active sponsorship projects Generali was running, which meant I was more closely connected to the topic. And, of course, it’s always nice to be paid for your work. I was employed as an intern for six months and was paid accordingly.

MBS Insights: What exactly was the topic of your master’s thesis? How did you come up with it?

Philip Dorpema: My master’s thesis focused on finding alternatives to conventional sponsorship in the digital space, as most events had been canceled due to the pandemic. As a result, companies and events increasingly resorted to digital platforms in order to reach their target audiences. Unfortunately, I can’t share the results because I signed a non-disclosure agreement. I’ve been interested in sponsorship for a long time, which is why I wanted to write my master’s thesis on the topic. At the onset of the pandemic, and many events were canceled and sponsorship contracts were terminated, so the topic soon crystallized in my mind. The staff at Generali were enthusiastic right away because it’s obviously a very important topic for them as a company. That’s another way that writing your master’s thesis in a company creates value: you work on a topic relevant to the company, which allows you to generate genuine added value.

MBS Insights: What insights from your master’s studies at MBS were you able to apply in your internship and in writing your master’s thesis?

Philip Dorpema: There were certain insights from my studies that I was able to apply in my internship and in writing my master’s thesis in the company. Among other things, I spent a lot of time working with social media and digital marketing during my internship, which we had discussed at length at uni. However, sponsorship was also a major part of my responsibilities during my internship. For example, I helped to develop sponsorship concepts for digital platforms and get them ready to present to sponsorship partners. It also involved platforms that were uncharted territory for Generali, like Twitch. In addition, I was responsible for identifying new KPIs for social media, which would then be integrated into new sponsorship contracts. All in all, I had a range of responsibilities in the fields of online marketing and sponsorship, which fed into my master’s thesis – and for which my time at MBS proved excellent preparation.

MBS Insights: How exactly does writing your master’s thesis in a company work? How do you structure your time working as an intern and writing your thesis?

Philip Dorpema: It was all very tightly scheduled. In the six months of my internship, I actually never quite started writing my master’s thesis. At the end of my internship, I conducted my interviews and collected the data I needed to write my thesis. I organized it this way so that I was able to gain as much practical work experience as possible and familiarize myself with the company and the topic as well as I could. After my internship, I started writing my master’s thesis, which enabled me to make optimal use of everything I had learned and the data I had collected.

MBS Insights: Who would you recommend to write their master’s thesis in a company and what tips would you give for writing it?

Philip Dorpema: Honestly, I would recommend that every student (at MBS) writes their master’s thesis in a company. Not only does it give you a better frame of reference for your master’s thesis and allow you to gather tips from your mentor in the company, it also makes it considerably easier to collect very usable data, because large companies collect data anyway for market research analyses. In addition, there are plenty of people in a company you can interview on certain topics, which means that you can write a quantitative, qualitative or mixed thesis in the company. My tip would be to think about your topic from an early stage and start looking for a suitable company early on. I started looking at a relatively late stage and was very lucky to find a good fit with Generali, which meant I was able to start my internship soon after.

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Master thesis in Germany Writing your master thesis at a company: joining the team as a specialist

Companies have long since recognised the potential of Master's graduates. A growing number of companies are offering students the opportunity to put their specialist knowledge to practical use already before completing their studies - by writing their Master thesis at a company.

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For many, the greatest motivation for pursuing a Master's degree is personal development and enhancement of the future career opportunities. The opportunity to develop one's own specialist interests and become an expert also plays a major role. The specialist knowledge students acquire during the Master's degree course is attractive to many companies. According to the "JobTrends 2013" survey conducted by the Staufenbiel Institute, a Master's degree is the most popular qualification for 90 per cent of German companies. This is the reason why many companies advertise topics for Master's theses. 

This option for the final thesis is also advantageous to students: "If you want to do something with a practical application, writing your Master thesis at a company is ideal," says Arno Zimmermann, who is studying industrial engineering at the Technische Universität Berlin. While completing a practical at Bayer in China during his Master's course, he learned of an interesting company project that would make an excellent topic for the Master thesis. "It involves the further development of company technology to convert CO2 into plastic," the 26-year-old explains. "An extremely fascinating and innovative topic." Having written a very theory-based Bachelor thesis at university, the challenge of a Master thesis with a strong practical orientation appealed. "Something always emerges at the end that has an impact on the company, and this is extremely satisfying." The high practical orientation and results-oriented cooperation within a team are a major incentive for many students to spend the six-month Master thesis phase at a company. 

"I spent a solid three months in the library when I wrote my Bachelor thesis, and I definitely didn't want to repeat this experience," Ralf Knudsen explains. The 27-year-old resolved to go abroad after completing his Bachelor's degree in business administration at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt. He signed up for a Master's degree course at the Copenhagen Business School specialising in accounting, and gained practical experience as a working student and during practical work at a company. He decided also to write his Master thesis at a company. For Knudsen, an important advantage of completing the Master thesis phase at a company was that "later on, there is rarely the opportunity to consider a problem affecting everyday work from a theoretical perspective". He decided on the precious metals and technology company Heraeus that he came upon in a list of so-called "Hidden Champions". These particularly successful companies are often still unknown despite their success. 

Despite being offered the opportunity to cover easier topics at two other companies, Knudsen decided for what he believed to be the most challenging option. "I felt that I would receive the most support at Heraeus." Besides the good expert supervision, Knudsen also receives commensurate remuneration from the company during the Master thesis phase. Zimmermann, who is also able to cover his living costs with his company pay, knows to appreciate the financing. The going is tough for those without any financial support wishing to work on their thesis full-time. However, the most important factors should be an enthusiasm for the topic and a desire to enhance one's appeal to the work market as an expert. Zimmermann also firmly believes that students should not make any major compromises when it comes to the topic for their Master thesis. "If the topic does not knock your socks off, then it won't be any fun to write about - regardless of whether you do so at a company or at university." The industrial engineer also highlights the importance of a structured, concentrated approach for not dissipating one's energies. Even those who make very high demands of themselves should remember that they do not need to re-invent the wheel. 

A whole semester is scheduled for the Master thesis. To ensure students do not lose sight of their goal during these six months, they should ensure they always keep the rules of play in mind. "There are three parties involved: the professor, the student and the supervisor at the company. The overlap between their mutual interests must be reviewed," Zimmermann describes the special challenge of writing a Master thesis at a company. "Feedback loops are therefore unbelievably important. While regular contact can be demanding, it is essential to make good progress." This is particularly the case if problems should arise with the topic chosen. "The topic should be defined narrowly as quickly as possible," Knudsen advises students who still have their Master thesis before them. The breadth of his chosen topic, the cooperation within the company and the need to complete a final few university courses meant he took a total of seven and a half months to complete his Master thesis. Luckily, this was not a problem for his professors in Copenhagen; in Germany, the deadlines are a lot stricter though. Structuring the topic well and starting to write early on is essential to meeting deadlines. 

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Knudsen joined the two-year trainee programme "Finance & Controlling" at Heraeus in February 2013. "We have a great deal of freedom and are able to decide on the individual stations," praises the 27-year-old, who was able to spend several months with the company in the USA. What's more, when the two years are completed, the prospects of a permanent position are good. Zimmermann, who has just submitted his Master thesis, is already planning his next big step: he wants to write a doctoral thesis within the same project. The framework for his collaboration within the EU-funded project has already been defined. Although the Master thesis phase left Zimmermann's and Knudsen's heads spinning, the writing process stalled and the despair was great, both would definitely choose to write their Master thesis at a company again. For the exciting opportunities this opened up to them were so very great. 

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In order to graduate from your bachelor or master studies in Germany, you will probably need to write a thesis in your last semester. Having a thesis semester was not something that I was familiar with. I did my bachelor degree in Hong Kong, where we did not have a thesis semester. When I did my master degree in Germany , I had many questions relating to the thesis semester. In this post, I will explain to you what a thesis semester is and provide some tips about writing your thesis at a company.

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What is thesis semester?

Thesis semester is very typical in German universities. It is normally the last semester before your graduation. By the end of your last semester, you need to submit an academic thesis called Abschlussarbeit in German. You need to find a topic that is approved by your professor, write a thesis and present it in the end. The length of your thesis depends on your department’s requirement. To give you an idea, my master thesis was around 60 pages long. A thesis is a formal document. You need to write with formal wording, and quote your sources for whatever you state in the content.

There are three ways to do your thesis. The first way is to write a thesis by yourself. An advantage is that you are quite flexible with your location. You can write it at home, or even in another country, as long as you can submit your thesis in the end. The second way is to write at the university with a topic from a professor. If you are in a technical field, your professor may have some topics on hand that you are free to choose from. In that case, you need to work with your professor to understand his expectations and requirements for the specific thesis topics.

The third way to do your thesis is to write it with a company. Some companies are looking for thesis students to help them to investigate certain topics that are of their business interest. In this case, you need to write your thesis at the company. It is like you work for this company. You get a contract for a fixed period of time and you write your thesis in the office. In the end, you have to hand in your thesis to both the company and your professor.

Why do companies hire students to write theses?

There are different reasons for that:

To research on a topic

Sometimes, companies want to get more knowledge on a certain topic. A hypothetical example: the government is planning to change the law relating to foreign investment in 2 years. The company wants to know how this law will affect their investment strategy.

Since the regular employees may not have time to do this research, the company may want to hire a student who is fully dedicated to this task. The student needs to collect all information on this new law, and investigates how this law would affect the company and what the company can do about it. It is like a consultation that the company can use for their decision making in the future.

To develop a tool

Companies want to achieve some process improvement. An example: the employees have a tedious task that they need to do daily. They need to pull all the data from system A and put into system B and do some daily analysis with this data. It is a manual process that requires a lot of copy and paste. The company wants to automate this process so that it can save time for the employees.

In this case, the company may want to hire a student to look at how this process can be improved. A tool can be developed by the students which automates this process. This can be a creation of a Macro tool or using one of the existing systems tools in the company. The student needs to develop the tool, explains in the thesis what the tool does and how it helps the company. The company can benefit from the thesis as they get a tool now which helps to improve their process.

To find potential employees

Similar to hiring interns, hiring thesis students is a way to find potential good employees. It is kind of like a probation period. The thesis students work for a few months in the company. This gives a chance for the company to see how the students perform and if they are suitable to work permanently in the company. See also this post about tips to boost your chances of getting hired.

Why should you write your thesis with a company?

For me personally, I prefer to write a thesis with a company. There are some advantages relating to it:

You may get some money for it

As a student, I was living on a very tight budget. If you write your thesis for a company, you may be able to get some compensation (though not all companies will pay). For example, I got about 2000 EUR for writing my thesis. I spent around 6 months to write it. So, it was really not a lot of money. But it helped already and it was better than nothing. Check out this post as well for other ways to earn money in Germany as a student.

Writing for a company is more practical

When you write your thesis with a company, it is like you are working in this company. You work on your thesis in the office, you need to work with different people in the company, and your thesis has a business context. In my opinion, it is more practical as it relates to real life business, rather than just a student work with theory.

Interaction with other people

Writing thesis with a company is like having a full-time job in the company. You have a supervisor in the company who guides you on the topic and you need to work with other employees to collect the necessary information. In my opinion, this is more interesting than if I have to write my thesis at home on my own.

Exposure to the company’s management

After finishing your thesis, it is likely that you need to present the result to the company’s management. This is a good chance for you to practice your presentation skills in a real business setting. And it is your show time on all the hard work you put in for this thesis semester.

Future job opportunities

As mentioned before, some companies hire thesis students in order to find potential good employees. If you write a good thesis, you will have a chance to get hired after your graduation. You have an advantage since you already work in the company for a while and make some connections there. See this post about how I got my job offer after my thesis.

Besides, your thesis experience in a company will also make your CV looks good . You can request the company to give you a reference letter for future job search.

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How to find thesis opportunities with companies?

Basically, it is the same process as when you are looking for a permanent job. Here are some of the ways:

Apply online

You can find thesis offers in different job portals or directly on the career page of the companies’ websites. If you are curious about the compensation that you may get, check out my post about salary in Germany . Below are some of the portals that I used:

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– Jobs.de

– Monster.de 

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– Xing  

It is quite common that some companies participate in job fairs to advertise their companies and find potential employees. These job fairs sometimes take place in universities. Each company has its own booth and it is a great chance for students to ask any questions relating to the companies and job positions. You can also ask around in the job fairs for any thesis opportunities.

Through an internship

I had an internship semester right before my thesis semester. During my internship, I made connection with different people in the company and asked about any thesis opportunities. I had an advantage since I knew the people and had some understanding of the business already through my internship. And this was how I got my thesis contract afterward.

How to generate a thesis topic by yourself in a company?

Let’s say you are doing an internship in a company now and you would like to write a thesis for this company afterward. How easy it is to get a thesis topic in the company depends a lot on your field. For example, if you study in a technical field like engineering, the company may have some thesis topics available already that you can just pick from.

However, if you are in a general business field like me, there may not be as many topics available in the company. What if you really want to write a thesis in the company, but they tell you that they have no thesis topic available?

Instead of waiting for the company to give you a topic, it is better to be proactive and suggest a topic by yourself. Think of a topic and suggest this to the company to see if they are interested. At least this was what I did. Below are some tips on how you can generate a topic for the company:

Research online or ask your classmates

Let’s say you study supply chain management. To get some ideas, you can research online to see what kind of thesis topics are out there. Besides, if your classmates are writing theses for other companies, you can also ask them what topics they are writing about and see if this topic applies to your company as well. The point here is not to pick a topic you find online or from your classmates. But it is more to give you an idea of what a potential thesis topic in your field is. This can help you to generate ideas for yourself which are also potentially interesting for your company.

Networking in your company

During your internship, you should try to network as much as possible. Networking should not be limited to the team you are working for, but also to other teams in the company. Tell the people that you are searching for a thesis opportunity and ask if they need help on any topic. The more connection you have, the better your chance is to get a thesis contract.

Think about what is your company’s interest

Companies like proactive students. You should be there to help the employees to solve problems, rather than to create more work for the employees. So, instead of begging people for a topic, you should be proactive and tell the people why you think writing on a certain topic is beneficial for the company. During your internship, you should already have some understanding of the business. Do you see a gap somewhere? Should any processes be improved?

For example, let’s say you are working in a local real estate company that is growing rapidly. Do you know if the company has a plan to expand internationally as well? If yes, which countries make sense for them to expand? What about expanding in Austria? How is the real estate market in Austria? What factors should the company consider for this expansion?

Another example: your company has recently acquired another company. Can you write a thesis regarding the acquisition? How does it affect the work and the employees? What should the company consider to have a smooth transition? What has the company done and how effective is the process?

These are just some hypothetical examples. You should think from your company’s perspective on what kind of topics can be interesting for them. If you don’t have an idea, start with networking and talk to as many people as possible in your company. Ask them what they do in their daily jobs and what kind of improvement they would like to see in their tasks/company. It may help you to think of a topic which is helpful for the people.

Improve your technical knowledge

Companies like practical and useful tools. The best is that you can create a tool that can improve their daily process. If you study in general business like me, you will probably think that “developing a tool” is too complicated and it is something for the technicians.

This is not completely true. For example, a tool can be as simple as an excel macro. I did not know anything about macro before. During my internship, I bought a book to learn about it because I know this can be beneficial for my thesis or future jobs. It never hurts to learn one more technical skill.

Some companies use enterprise resource planning systems for their operation. During your internship, you should try to learn the system as good as you can. This knowledge will be very helpful in case you want to do data analysis or develop a tool for your thesis.

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MA : Hardware-Aware Layer Fusion of Deep Neural Networks

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Hardware-Aware Layer Fusion of Deep Neural Networks

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Dataflow and mapping of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) influences their compute and energy efficiency on edge accelerators. Layer fusion is a concept which enables the processing of multiple CNN layers without resorting to costly off-chip memory accesses. In order to optimally implement layer fusion, different combinations of mapping and scheduling parameters need to be explored. We, at the BMW group, offer you a challenging master thesis position that aims to optimize the fusion strategy of a given CNN workload for maximal data reuse and resource utilization.

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Assigned topics, ma : hardware-accelerated linux kernel tracing, hardware-accelerated linux kernel tracing.

Tracing events with hardware components is one powerful tool to monitor, debug, and improve existing designs. Through this approach, detailed insights can be acquired, and peak performance can be achieved, while being a challenging task to be integrated with good performance. One of the major challenges of tracing is to collect as much information as possible with ideally no impact on the to-be-analyzed system. Herewith, it can be ensured that the gained insights are representative of an execution without any tracing enabled. In this work, a hardware tracing component should be leveraged to reduce the intrusiveness of existing software tracing mechanisms in the Linux kernel. 

This should be integrated and tested on a hardware platform based on a Xilinx Zynq board. This features a heterogeneous ARM multicore setup directly integrated into the ASIC, combined with programmable logic in the FPGA part of the chip. In the FPGA a hardware accelerator is already implemented that should be traced with the new component.

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• experience with microcontroller programming,
• basic knowledge about Git,
• first experience with the Linux environment.

The student is expected to be highly motivated and independent.

MA : Multicore-Optimierung eines bildverarbeitenden Systems

Multicore-optimierung eines bildverarbeitenden systems.

Im industriellen Umfeld werden Informationen zunehmend in visuellen Codes (z.B. Strichcodes, QR-Codes) zur automatisierten Verarbeitung abgelegt. Steigende Durchsatzzahlen stellen immer höhere Anforderungen an die Geschwindigkeit der Datenverarbeitung. In dieser Arbeit soll anhand eines kostengünstigen kommerziell erhältlichen Multicore- Systems untersucht werden, inwieweit bisher durch Hardware realisierte Verarbeitungsgeschwindigkeiten durch Parallelisierung der Auswertungsschritte in CPU-Systemen erreicht, werden können. Insbesondere soll untersucht werden, ob spezialisierte Co-Prozessoren (z. B. Vector Processing Units (VPUs)) zur Beschleunigung beitragen können oder wie diese auf die Aufgabe hin optimiert gestaltet werden können (Application-Specific Instructionset Processor (ASIP)).

MA : A Deep Dive into C-States, Idle Governors and the Prospects of an eBPF Idle Governor

A deep dive into c-states, idle governors and the prospects of an ebpf idle governor.

Linux is one of the most utilized Operating Systems in Embedded Systems and Cloud Infrastructure worldwide. Sustainability will become more relevant in the future and saving power is a crucial aspect. This shows the increasing importance of efficient Linux Power Management.

The Power Management in Linux is implemented in several kernel subsystems correlating to hardware characteristics, like P-States (Frequency Scaling) and C-States (Sleep States). This thesis examines the Idle Power Management of Linux, and therefore focuses on C-States. C-States are per Core states and allow parts of the core to shut down individual features. Each processor implements C-States in different ways. Increasing C-State number, e.g. C6, translate to a deeper sleep with lower energy consumption and higher power-on reaction time.

The recently released eBPF functionality makes the kernel more programmable, bypassing the original monolithic characteristics. This mechanism can be divided into four components: the eBPF hooks in the kernel, the interfaces, the in-kernel eBPF infrastructure to execute eBPF bytecode and compile into native code and verify the code and finally the eBPF application itself, which can be written in a C like dialect and compiled into eBPF bytecode by LLVM and GCC.

This thesis aims to analyze and compare the idle governors in the current Kernel in specific situations. It also should provide insight in the C-State usage depending on the architecture. The data is acquired using specific Tracepoints within the Kernel, which can be recorded and parsed with the Kernel Tool perf. Furthermore, we explore the feasibility of a custom eBPF powered idle governor.

MA : Design and Implementation of a Memory Prefetching Mechanism on an FPGA Prototype

Design and implementation of a memory prefetching mechanism on an fpga prototype.

Their main advantages are an easy design with only 1 Transistor per Bit and a high memory density make DRAM omnipresend in most computer architectures. However, DRAM accesses are rather slow and require a dedicated DRAM controller that coordinates the read and write accesses to the DRAM as well as the refresh cycles. In order to reduce the DRAM access latency, memory prefetching is a common technique to access data prior to their actual usage. However, this requires sophisticated prediction algorithms in order to prefetch the right data at the right time. The Goal of this thesis is to design and implement a DAM preloading mechanism in an existing FPGA based prototype platform and to evaluate the design appropriately. Towards this goal, you'll complete the following tasks: 1. Understanding the existing Memory Access mechanism 2. VHDL implementation of the preloading functionalities 3. Write and execute small baremetal test programs 4. Analyse and discuss the performance results

• Good Knowledge about MPSoCs
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• Good C programming skills
• High motivation
• Self-responsible workstyle

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Smartnic enhancements for network node resilience.

The Chair of Integrated Systems participates in the DFG Priority Program “Resilient Connected Worlds” by the German Research Foundation (SPP 2378). Our goal is to investigate which resilience functions, that conventionally are provisioned by the central compute resources of Internet Networking or Compute Nodes, can meaningfully be migrated onto the Network Interface Card (NIC). By inspecting packet streams at full line rate (10 – 40 Gbps) a set of resilience functions, such as access shields against a known set of traffic flows or redundant flow processing for a selected and configured number of flows, shall be offloaded from centralized compute resources and offered in a more performant and energy-efficient manner. Flows are identified by their so-called 5-tuple consisting of source-/destination IP addresses and transport protocol ports as well as the protocol field of the IP packet header. During the Bachelor/Master Thesis, you will develop VHDL code for realizing one or more of the SmartNIC Resilience building blocks: 5 tuple address matching against a preconfigured set of addresses, perform the packet duplication for delivery to different processor cores or threads, investigate methods to flexibly perform the address match on the entire or a variable subsection of the 5 tuple array.

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• Braodband communication or Internet Networking Technologies, in particular OSI Layer packet header formats
• Digital circuit design

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MA : Parsimonious Semantic Segmentation Training Using Active Learning and Synthetic Data

Parsimonious semantic segmentation training using active learning and synthetic data.

The goal of this thesis is to implement an augmentation pipeline for both runtime accuracy improvement and training time generalization. At training time the augmented examples add diversity to the dataset, while at runtime the augmentation injects more information in addition to the RGB color channels, to help the CNN detect semantic segmentation features. The thesis will also explore different loss formulas and loss learning to make training semantic segmentation easier with fewer labeled examples. Finally, the CNN will be pruned and quantized for faster execution, while the rest of the processing (pre, post) pipeline will be accelerated on GPU.

To successfully complete this project, you should have the following skills and experiences:

• Good programming skills in Python and Tensorflow
• Good knowledge of neural network training theory
• Experience with convolutional neural networks for semantic segementation

The student is expected to be highly motivated.

Nael Fasfous Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Chair of Integrated Systems

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MA : Neural Style Transfer for Synthetic Data

Neural style transfer for synthetic data.

Neural networks have become the state-of-the-art in solving a variety of computer-vision problems, often outperforming classical image processing algorithms by a large margin. These applications range from autonomous vehicles to complex control of robots. However, training neural networks presents some difficulties. First and foremost is the cost of human effort to label and collect suitable training data (number and critical situations) in production environments for training purposes. Synthetic training data is one potential solution to this challenge.

In the context of this work, a neural network for the control of an automated production line should be trained using synthetic data. For this purpose the following milestones planned:

• Developement of a 3D-model for the generation of training data.
• Automatic synthesis of images and ground truth data to train the image processing algorithm.
• Adaptation of the synthetic training data to the real world (style transfer)
• Outperforming neural networks classically trained on limited amount of real data

Alexander Frickenstein Email: [email protected]

MA : Anomaly Detection and Active Learning for Semantic Segmentation Tasks

Anomaly detection and active learning for semantic segmentation tasks.

Clean, labeled datasets are an invaluable asset to research and industry for training and deploying machine learning algorithms such as convolutional neural networks (CNN). Procuring such datasets involves data collection, sorting and labeling, all of which are typically done by humans. This expensive process is time consuming, costly and does not scale well, even when outsourced. The field of anomaly detection and active learning aims to tackle these challenges. In active learning, a CNN can be trained on a small set of labeled data. Once deployed in a real-world scenario, an uncertainty or loss predictor can be implemented alongside the algorithm to predict which data would result in high loss for the model. These non-trivial examples can be collected actively during deployment and forwarded to humans or more complex algorithms to observe, label and retrain the deployed CNN on. In anomaly detection, a network can predict which samples represent outliers or interesting anomalies with respect to the rest of the dataset. This further helps humans clean and sort such examples accordingly.

The goal of this thesis is to implement an anomaly detector and an uncertainity head to a CNN-based semantic segmentation application. The implementation will be tested on a real-world industrial AI application.

MA : Learning to Prune and Quantize Transformers

Learning to prune and quantize transformers.

Advances in the deep learning architectures for computer vision applications have lead to new neural architectures such as vision transformers. These differentiate themselves from typical convolutional neural network-based implementations by decoupling the process of feature aggregation and transformation. Excellent performance is achieved through self-attention and self-supervision.

In this master thesis, visual transformers will be implemented in the first step. Following verification of state-of-the-art results, the transformers will be compressed through quantization and pruning to minimize their computational complexity on the inference hardware.

• Good knowledge of neural networks, basic knowledge of transformers

MA : Sparse Lookup Tables with dynamic precision adaptation for image processing on FPGA

Sparse lookup tables with dynamic precision adaptation for image processing on fpga.

In image processing, non-linear transfer functions, such as sigmoid- or logarithm-shaped functions, are being used for mapping the input into different domains. For dedicated FPGA implementation of general image processing pipelines, these transfer functions are usually implemented by LUTs (Lookup Tables). Although the LUT-based method is more concise than some approximate direct implementation, it consumes a lot of resources. To save FPGA resources, sparse LUTs can be used, but it is to be noticed that the matching accuracy is then approximated to a certain acceptable range.

To further reduce the resource consumption, while maintaining or even improving the output accuracy, we propose a dynamic loading mechanism. In order to make full use of the resources on the chip, instead of placing one sparse LUT on chip, two function-wise complemented memory blocks shall be implemented in the data path of the processing pipeline. One of the memory blocks shall be filled only with the data points that fit the local range of current input data stream. Another one works as a general ultra-sparse LUT to map the input data into the inaccurate global range. In summary, a permanent memory block of very sparse/inaccurate data points should be kept on FPGA, which is then complemented by a memory block of accurate data points which are dynamically swapped in and out from an off-chip memory (DRAM). Based on this proposal, we need to investigate a dynamic loading mechanism for that accurate memory block, such that the input will fall into the local range with rational high probability.

In this work, a prototype of a sparse LUT with a dynamic precision adaptation mechanism should be developed on FPGA. In this thesis, several questions should be answered:

• How does the architecture of the implementation look like?

• What memory configuration should be used?

• How to determine when to load new data for the accurate memory block?

• What is the trade-off between accuracy and resource consumption?

MA : Runtime Reconfigurable Winograd-based FPGA Accelerator for CNN Inference

Runtime reconfigurable winograd-based fpga accelerator for cnn inference.

Convolutional neural networks have proven their success in extracting features from images and producing predictions for different tasks such as classification, segmentation and object detection. However, the superior performance of modern deep neural networks can be mostly backtracked to high model complexity and extensive hardware requirements. In this research internship, the complexity of convolution is reduced by quantization and Winograd minimal filtering algorithms. The prediction quality is regulated using dynamic reconfigurable Winograd acceleration. 

• Good programming skills in C/C++
• Good knowledge of neural networks, particularly convolutional neural networks
• VHDL/Verilog or OpenCL would be encouraged. 

The student is expected to be highly motivated and independent. By completing this project, you will be able to:

• Understand the impact of quantization, Winograd convolution and task specific accuracy. 
• Implementation of run-time reconfigurable Winograd Convolution on FPGA using OpenCL. 
• Evaluate trade-offs between flexibility, prediction accuracy and resource consumption

Manoj Vemparala Autonomous Driving BMW AG

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After reviewing admission requirements and selecting your program(s), it’s time to start gathering what you need for your application, including transcripts, motivation letter, etc.

This is also an ideal time to confirm that you meet your university’s language proficiency requirements. Depending on your program’s language (English or German), you may take a standardized language test or provide alternative proof. Consider language courses if improvement is needed.

According to the German government’s regulations, international students planning to study in Germany must demonstrate financial resources of at least €11,208 per year (equivalent to €934 per month) to qualify for a student visa and pursue a master’s degree in the country.

This financial requirement may seem daunting for many students, so it’s crucial to address this well in advance of the official application period at your preferred German university. You can meet this requirement in various ways:

• Having €11,208 deposited in a German blocked account .
• Your parents can provide documentation of their income and financial resources.
• Someone with permanent residence in Germany can guarantee to the Alien Registration Office that they will financially support you.
• Present a scholarship awarding certificate specifying the financial amount or coverage granted to you.

Important Tip: To Maximize Your Chances of Getting Your German Student Visa You Should Use a Blocked Account as Proof of Financial Resources.

A blocked account is a special type of bank account , to prove you have enough funds to live in Germany for one year.

As of 2022, as a foreigner in Germany you need a minimum of €934 euros per month for living expenses. So, you are required to have a total of €11,208 in your bank account before you apply for a German internship visa.

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Planning ahead is important before your preferred German university’s application deadline, as this amount may be substantial for most students. Usually, four to six months prior should provide enough time to save money and explore scholarship and loan options.

Now is the exciting time to send in your application! Most universities have their own application portals where you’ll need to create an account, or they might use uni-assist for handling applications.

Make sure to read and follow all the instructions on the master’s program website, and be sure to submit all the required documents. It’s crucial to respect the application deadlines; your application won’t be processed if you miss the deadline.

Once your application is submitted, the next step is simply waiting for the university’s decision. While you wait, you might want to brush up on your language skills or start looking into the specific visa and travel requirements for Germany. It’s also a good time to explore accommodation options.

The university will notify you via email about the status of your application, and if you’re accepted, they’ll include the next steps you should follow.

Health insurance is a must for all international students in Germany. You can kickstart this process after receiving your admission letter or once you arrive in Germany.

If your home country has an agreement with Germany, you can often use your current health insurance, typically with a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). In some cases, private health insurance from other countries may also be accepted.

Alternatively, you can choose to obtain insurance through a provider in Germany, with student packages usually priced around €120 per month, depending on your age and the provider.

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• Foreign exchange students, language students and students participating in university preparatory courses (Studienkolleg)
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• Accompanying family members

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With a few exceptions, the majority of international students planning to study in Germany require a student visa. Our German student visa guide covers everything you need to know about this process, from requirements to the application process, fees, and more.

To kickstart the process, set up a visa interview at the German Embassy or Consulate in your home country, ideally about three months before your planned start of studies.

During the interview, provide all the required documents like proof of admission, language proficiency, financial means, and health insurance. Be ready for potential requests for more documents during the interview, and make sure your passport stays valid for your entire stay.

Arrive in Germany and Attend Orientation

Once your German student visa is sorted, it’s time to get on that plane and arrive in Germany. After settling in, make use of the pre-semester orientation sessions at German universities. Some things addressed through the orientation or to over on your own include:

• You’ll complete the enrollment process , which involves registering for your courses, receiving your class schedule, and learning about academic requirements.
• Getting your student ID . You’ll be issued a student identification card, often referred to as a “Studierendenausweis” in German.
• Residence registration. Once you’re in Germany, you will have to register your residence. This is a mandatory process that involves obtaining a “Meldebescheinigung” from the Resident’s Registration Office (Einwohnermeldeamt).
• Opening a local bank account. Orientation often provides guidance on opening a bank account in Germany.
• Campus tour. You’ll explore the campus to discover its facilities, libraries, and labs.
• Language courses. Some universities offer language courses or resources to help international students improve their German language skills if necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Additional Information

Below, you’ll find answers to common questions and additional information to support you on your path to pursuing a master’s degree in Germany:

Which Universities Offer Master’s Degree Programs in Germany?

The higher education system in Germany includes public universities, funded and regulated by the state, and private universities established by independent entities.

While private universities may have higher fees, they are valuable for specialized courses not available at public institutions. Public universities in Germany have their own degree programs, assessments, and entry requirements, with state oversight to ensure the quality and accreditation of courses.

Germany has four main types of higher education institutions that offer master’s degree programs:

• Research Universities. These publicly administered institutions offer Master’s and PhD programs, focusing on various academic disciplines.
• Technical Universities. A subgroup of research universities, they specialize in science, technology, and engineering fields.
• Universities of Applied Sciences. These institutions concentrate on engineering, business, and social sciences, often partnering with professional organizations.
• Colleges of Art, Film, and Music. These institutions provide instruction in creative fields and can be part of research universities or universities of applied sciences.

What Are the Types of Master’s Degrees in Germany?

In Germany, you can pursue various types of Master’s degrees. Some of the most common include:

• Master of Arts (MA). Awarded in humanities, social sciences, and arts-related fields.
• Master of Science (MSc) . Awarded in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA). Focuses on management and business administration topics.
• Master of Education (M.Ed.). For degrees for high school teacher positions.

What Are Consecutive and Non-consecutive Master’s Degrees?

Consecutive master’s Degrees in Germany follow a logical progression from a related bachelor’s degree and build upon the same academic field. They provide in-depth knowledge and specialization within the same subject area.

Non-consecutive master’s Degrees, on the other hand, don’t necessarily need a bachelor’s degree in the same field. Students with diverse academic backgrounds can go for non-consecutive master’s programs, which often focus on broader skills and interdisciplinary knowledge. These programs may include extra coursework to bridge any knowledge gaps.

How Long Is a Master’s Degree in Germany?

A master’s degree in Germany typically lasts for one to two years, depending on the specific program and the number of semesters required. Each academic year consists of two semesters, and the program may also include a final project or dissertation conducted in collaboration with a mentor.

How Many ECTS Credits Is a German Master’s Degree Worth?

Master’s programs in Germany typically consist of 120 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits. However, the exact number of credits may vary depending on the university and the specific program.

What is Numerus Clausus?

Numerus Clausus (NC) in German master’s programs is a restricted admission system where limited spots are available, and selection is based on factors like academic performance and qualifications. It controls program capacity to prevent overcrowding. Applicants compete for admission based on their qualifications, and requirements vary by program.

When Are Application Deadlines for Master’s Degrees in Germany?

There are two semesters in German universities; the winter semester and the summer semester. Application deadlines for master’s programs vary depending on the university, however, the most common dates are:

• For courses starting on the winter semester: July 15th
• For courses starting on the summer semester: January 15th

Can I Apply for a Master’s in Germany Before I Get My Undergraduate Degree?

Yes, it’s common for students to apply during the final year of their bachelor’s degree. However, you must provide proof of your current academic progress and an expected graduation date as part of your application.

What Are the Language Requirements for Master’s Degrees in Germany?

If your courses are in German, you’ll need to prove your proficiency through tests like TestDaf or DSH. A lower level of proficiency may be accepted if you continue taking language courses upon arriving in Germany or during the early stages of your Master’s program. However, language requirements for master’s programs in Germany can vary depending on the university and program

If you choose English-taught programs, no German language tests are required. Non-native English speakers may need to take English language tests like TOEFL, IELTS, and PTE. If you’ve completed your undergraduate studies in English, you typically won’t need English language tests.

To discover programs in your preferred language, explore our tool and select the program language from the options on the left.

How Much Does a Master’s Degree Cost in Germany?

In most public universities in Germany, semester fees for master’s programs typically range from €100 to €350 per semester, with some exceptions. Some specialized graduate programs may have tuition fees, and the federal states of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria may charge tuition fees for non-EU international students.

Private universities set their own tuition fees, and the cost of master’s degrees can vary significantly, especially for programs like MBAs. At private universities in Germany, tuition fees can range from approximately €5,000 to €20,000 per year or more, depending on the institution and program.

To find out more about the costs of studying in Germany, visit our extensive guide .

Can I Work While Studying for a Master’s Degree in Germany?

Yes, students of all nationalities can work while studying for a master’s degree in Germany.

• EU, EEA, Swiss, and Norwegian students can work up to 20 hours per week. They can exceed this number, however they will have to pay social security contributions.
• Non-EU students can work up to 120 full days or 240 half days per year, but they face restrictions on self-employment and freelancing.
• Academic assistants have no limitations on workdays but are required to inform the foreigners’ office.

> Read more about working while studying in Germany .

What Is the Master’s Thesis Process Like in Germany?

In your final year of a master’s program in Germany, you’ll work on your thesis project, guided by a professor. The goal is to showcase your ability to tackle a subject-related issue independently using research methods.

You can usually write your thesis in German or English and may even complete it externally, like at a company or another research institute. Universities often set page limits, usually between 50 to 100 pages, and impose deadlines, typically around six months from the project start.

The thesis defense involves submitting your work and presenting your research methods and findings.

Study Visa Requirements for a Master’s Degree in Germany

Make sure you collect on time all the documents you typically need in order to apply for a German Student Visa .

For detailed information about Germany Visa requirements, go to  www.germany-visa.org/student-visa/

What Are the Career Prospects With a German Master’s Degree?

With a German master’s degree, you’ll have excellent career prospects, especially in STEM fields . EU/EEA graduates can work immediately after graduation, while non-EU/EEA graduates can extend their residence permits for up to 18 months to find field-related jobs.

You can also pursue academic careers, and highly skilled non-EU graduates can apply for an EU Blue Card to work and stay in Germany. Plus, your German degree is globally recognized, offering international career opportunities in multinational companies and organizations.

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