Informatics, Bachelor of Science

These are the requirements for the Bachelor's in Computer Science

With your Bachelor's in Computer Science, you can work as a software developer, IT consultant, or IT system administrator, for example.

You can be admitted to the dual study program at the IU International University if you have either a high school diploma (general university entrance qualification), a technical college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification.

In addition, you can study computer science without a high school diploma. For the dual study program without a high school diploma, you need a completed advanced training qualification, such as a Certified Business Administrator, or a master craftsman's certificate. Alternatively, you have completed a vocational training and subsequently worked full-time for at least 3 years after this training.

These are the study contents in the Dual Study Programme Computer Science

This Bachelor's degree at IU comprises approximately 40 modules that you will take and complete over 7 semesters of standard study time. Each module carries 5-10 credit points (ECTS) and concludes with an examination performance such as a term paper or an exam. In total, you will earn 210 credit points from module to module and from semester to semester.

The typical course schedule for full-time studies in Computer Science looks as follows:

• 1st semester: Data Modelling and Database Systems, Basic Mathematics 1, Practical Reflection 1: IT & Technology, Introduction to Computer Science, Basics of Object-Oriented Programming with Java, Practical Project: Introduction to Web Programming
• 2nd semester: Requirements Engineering, Introduction to Academic Work for IT and Technology, Practical Reflection 2: IT & Technology, Introduction to Data Protection and IT Security, Data Structures and Java Class Library, Practical Project: General Programming with C/C++
• 3rd semester: Operating Systems, Computer Networks and Distributed Systems, Basic Mathematics 2, Practical Reflection 3: IT & Technology, Algorithms, Data Structures and Programming Languages, Quality Assurance in Software Processes, Practical Project: Data Mart Creation in SQL
• 4th semester: Programming Web Applications – Web-Based Operational Information Systems, Seminar: Current Topics of Digitalization, Practical Reflection 3: IT & Technology, IT Service Management, Theoretical Computer Science and Mathematical Logic, Practical Project: IT Service Management
• 5th semester: Elective Area A, Practical Reflection 4: IT & Technology, Elective Area B, Practical Project: Software Engineering
• 6th semester: Elective Area C, Practical Reflection 6: IT & Technology, Practical Project: Agile Software Engineering, Bachelor Thesis
• 7th semester: Elective Area C, Practical Reflection 7: IT & Technology, Practical Project: Cloud Programming, Bachelor Thesis

You can tailor your specialisation from a variety of elective modules, e.g. Mobile Software Engineering, Agile Software Development Techniques and Methods, IT Law, FinTech, Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies, Cloud Computing, DevOps and Continuous Delivery, Augmented, Mixed and Virtual Reality, and more.

How to find your practical partner in the Dual Study Programme

Upon request, you can attend a free application training with IU International University.

Finding the right practical partner is crucial for a successful Dual Study Programme in Computer Science. With a network of over 15,000 practical partners nationwide, IU International University will assist you in your search for a suitable practical partner.

This is how you can find your practical partner for the Dual Study Programme in Computer Science at IU:

1. You apply online via the IU website. Along with your application, you submit documents such as a CV and your last certificate.
2. You participate in an online info session via the IU application portal. During the info session, the study advisory team will explain everything about the Dual Study Programme, admission, and finding a practical partner.
3. Upon request, you can complete a free applicant training that prepares you for applications in potential companies.
4. The study advisory team will assist you in finding the right practical partner. The university will either arrange a company from its extensive network or establish contact with your desired company.

Cities where the Computer Science programme is offered

With over 30 study locations throughout Germany, IU International University offers Dual Study Programmes in all disciplines nationwide.

The Dual Study Programme in Computer Science is currently offered by the university in cities such as Augsburg, Berlin, Bremen, Dresden, Düsseldorf, Essen, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Hannover, Cologne, Leipzig, Mainz, Munich, and Nuremberg.

At the campus, you will attend lectures and seminars. In the lounge area, you can interact with your fellow students. Depending on the city, you may also have access to the canteens, cafeterias, and libraries of other universities – for example, at the Berlin location.

By the way, depending on the location, your studies will take place either in the Dual Study Programme or in the Dual myStudy model. Both models offer interactive learning materials and many other benefits. In the Dual Study Programme, you will attend classes two days a week on-campus or virtually. In IU's Dual myStudy, you can also use IU's learning AI and deepen your knowledge in regular accompanying events.

Studying Computer Science on IU's Virtual Campus

If there is no IU campus near you or if you prefer flexible and digital learning, you can also enroll in IU's Virtual Campus.

On the Virtual Campus, you can attend your Computer Science classes, for example, through regular video conferences with your peers and professors.

Through IU's myCampus learning platform, you will have access to study materials and the virtual library. Using IU's LearnApp, you can work through your study materials digitally, for instance, on a tablet.