Computer Science, Bachelor of Science

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

With your Bachelor's in Computer Science, you can work, for example, as a Data Scientist, IT Consultant, or Software Developer.

You can be admitted to the part-time distance learning program in Computer Science at IU International University if you present either a high school diploma (general university entrance qualification), a technical diploma, or a subject-bound university entrance qualification.

In addition, you can study Computer Science without a high school diploma. To be admitted to the IU distance learning program without a high school diploma, you need to have completed an advanced training course, such as becoming a certified business economist, or have a master craftsman's certificate. You can also be admitted if you have completed a vocational training and have worked full-time for at least 3 years after completing this training.

These are the study contents in the online study program Computer Science

This bachelor's program at IU consists of approximately 32 modules that you will take and complete over 6 semesters of standard study time. Each module is worth 5-10 credit points (ECTS) and concludes with an exam such as a term paper or an exam. In total, you will earn 180 credit points from module to module and from semester to semester.

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

• Semester 1: Mathematics Basics I, Introduction to Scientific Work, Business Administration, Fundamentals of Industrial Software Engineering, Digital Skills, Basics of Object-Oriented Programming with JAVA
• Semester 2: Data Structures and JAVA Class Library, Introduction to the Internet of Things, Mathematics Basics II, Programming of Web Applications, Requirements Engineering
• Semester 3: Statistics, Operating Systems, Computer Networks and Distributed Systems, Algorithms, Data Structures and Programming Languages, Data Modeling and Database Systems, Specification, IT Project Management
• Semester 4: IT Service Management, Project: IT Service Management, Quality Assurance in Software Processes, Theoretical Computer Science and Mathematical Logic, Project: Software Engineering, IT Law
• Semester 5: IT Security, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Big Data, Seminar: Software Engineering, Elective Module A
• Semester 6: Elective Module B, Computer Science and Society, Bachelor Thesis

What makes the Bachelor's program in Computer Science at IU special are the numerous options to specialize in elective areas based on personal interests and professional fields.

As the first specialization, you can choose from these exciting modules: Software Engineering with Python (English), User Interface Design, Mobile Software Engineering, No-Frills Software Engineering, Apple Mobile Solution Development.

For the second specialization, you can select one of these study modules: Applied Sales, Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality, Business Consulting, Business Intelligence, Digital Media Engineering, E-Commerce, Enterprise Resource Planning, Event Management, Financial Service Management, Foreign Languages, Health Care Management, Real Estate Management, International Management, Air Traffic Management, Machine Learning, Mobile Software Engineering, No-Frills Software Engineering, Practical Project, Salesforce Platform Development, Software Engineering with Python, Sport Media Management, General Studies, Supply Chain Management, Tourism Management, Entrepreneurial Hotel Management, User Interface Design, Apple Mobile Solution Development.

How Flexible is the Standard Study Time in the Distance Learning Computer Science Program?

At IU International University, in the part-time distance learning program, you can choose from 3 study models:

• In the full-time program, the standard study time is 6 semesters or 36 months. You can extend the standard study time by up to 2 semesters or 12 months at no additional cost. The full-time study program in Computer Science is particularly suitable for those who are not employed or work only a few hours per week.
• In part-time program I, the standard study time is 8 semesters or 48 months. You can extend the standard study time by up to 2 semesters or 12 months at no additional cost. Part-time program I is suitable, for example, if you work part-time alongside your studies.
• In part-time program II, the standard study time is 12 semesters or 72 months. You can extend the standard study time by up to 2 semesters or 12 months at no additional cost. Part-time program II is particularly suitable if you are heavily engaged in your professional work alongside your distance learning.

By the way, you can also take a semester break during the course of the study at no additional cost.

How Does the Online Study at IU Work?

A study program that adapts to your life: In the online study program at IU, you learn flexibly and digitally when you want to learn and where you want to learn.

In the distance learning Computer Science program at IU International University, there is no attendance requirement - you learn continuously from home, in the library of your choice, or wherever you can learn best.

You take your modules and classes when you want. This way, you can flexibly create your study plan and semester schedule.

Key to the IU distance learning are your interactive study scripts. You receive the scripts in both printed form and digitally as PDFs and for tablets. Through the smart app IU Learn, you can access the scripts for your Computer Science studies as well as scripts from all other distance learning programs at IU.

Additionally, via myCampus, the online campus of IU, you can access supplementary materials, such as videos. You interact with your lecturers and classmates, for example, through virtual live formats, like interactive classes.

And exams? You can take them as online exams if you prefer. An online exam can be taken 24/7 once you feel adequately prepared for the material. Alternatively, you can take the exam at one of the numerous exam centers of IU throughout Germany.