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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Bachelor German Computer Science

Applied Computer Science

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's degree course in Applied Computer Science enables students to experience technologies, methods and challenges around planning, realizing, evolving and operating IT systems of all shapes and sizes. The discipline encompasses knowledge, skills and methodologies around the analysis and design of IT systems. The degree course commences with foundational modules in mathematics, programming, databases, theoretical principles of computer science, structures of computers, and machine-oriented programming. As the course progresses, students focus on software engineering, distributed systems, IT system architectures, IT security and smart systems. Students have the opportunity to specialize via elective modules and projects in areas like computer graphics, data science, enterprise architecture management, Internet of things, robot vision, learning agents, smart systems communication, autonomous driving, and human-computer interaction. Social science modules are also included. This six-semester degree course concludes with a Bachelor thesis.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Applied Computer Science at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

Is Applied Computer Science at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Applied Computer Science programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Applied Computer Science at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Applied Computer Science? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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