Computer Science, B.Sc.
On this course students acquire in-depth specialist knowledge in the core areas of Computer Science. These include: databases, programming, mathematics, the architecture of computers and computer networks, and system programming. Over and above this, examples of current computer science topics with relevance to society include multimedia, bioinformatics, security and man-machine interfaces. Furthermore, students learn about algorithms and data structures, theoretical and practical computer science and the application of these areas in other specialist fields, such as medicine or electrical engineering. To this end, as a minor subject they also cover the essential features of an area other than computer science.
In comparison with other faculties in Germany, the Faculty of Computer Science in Magdeburg offers an above average proportion of practical and application-oriented subjects. The course is oriented towards fundamental principles and includes study of a minor subject and a professional placement.
Programme facts
| Degree | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) |
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| Duration | 7 semesters |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Study mode | Full-Time |
| Start | Summer semester, winter semester |
| Application | Via uni-assist, winter semester until 15.07, summer semester until 15.01 |
| Admission | No admission restriction: every eligible applicant is admitted |
| Tuition fee | €0 per semester for international students |
| Semester contribution | €128.50 per semester |
What the tuition fee consists of
Will I get in
Every applicant who meets the formal requirements is admitted — but places can run out before the deadline, so apply at the start of the window.
How the selection works and how strong the competition is — we go through it against your certificate when we select programmes for you.
Programme selection →What you study
This course is divided into core, mandatory and mandatory elective subjects. The core modules are attended by students on every course offered by the Faculty of Computer Science (e.g. mathematics, key and methodological competences). The mandatory area is tailored to each course, and the mandatory electives focus on the students’ specialisations. In addition, at the start of the course, an additional, minor subject must be selected. This Bachelor’s degree course may be followed directly by the corresponding Master’s degree course. Specialist tracks This type of course offers students the option to specialise within the Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Various study tracks are offered. These are mostly interdisciplinary and focus either on the scientific areas of emphasis within the Faculty or future career paths. The successfully completed study track may be identified on the Bachelor’s degree certificate if desired.
The full curriculum and the programme's parameters are part of programme selection: we compare them with your profile.
Pick programmesCareer
Information Technology, worldwide networking and the advent of computer-based systems in all social, business and private areas offers great potential. Therefore, graduates are valued specialists with diverse profiles.
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Possible occupations are in the design and implementation of technical systems in the data processing industry. Examples include computer manufacturers, telecommunications companies, software houses, users of administration systems, technical industries, multimedia service providers and consulting firms. Project management and development of new software-based products.
The Master’s degree opens up additional prospects - from research and development to business management.
Cost of study
| Tuition fee of the federal state (Saxony-Anhalt), international students | €0 |
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| Semester contribution | €128.50 |
Requirements and application
| Previous education | Solid knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences are important requirements for studying Computer Science. |
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| Application | Via uni-assist, winter semester until 15.07, summer semester until 15.01 |
The procedure and the set of documents depend on your certificate. We check the university's requirements against your documents and give you a list: what to submit, how to certify and translate it, where and when to apply.
Check the requirementsHow to get into this programme
- 1Check your certificate and its recognitionDirect admission, a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — this decides the whole plan.
- 2Documents and translationsCertified translations of the certificate and transcript, an APS if required. 3–4 weeks.
- 3Application via uni-assist until 15.01uni-assist checks documents for 4–6 weeks — send them well before the deadline.
- 4Admission, visa, movingPlan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account in parallel.
How to apply
You can submit the application yourself or with our help — the university decides on admission in both cases.
Applications go through the university's portal or uni-assist. Typical mistakes:
- ×incorrectly made certified copies and translations
- ×a wrong set of documents
- ×the application submitted the wrong way
- ×errors or gaps in the application form
- ×the application submitted at the wrong time — too early or too late
An incomplete or incorrectly prepared application is excluded from the selection — it can no longer be corrected after the deadline.
StudyInFocus does not represent the university and does not influence the admission decision. We do not sell study places and do not guarantee admission — this is a service for preparing and submitting documents on the applicant's side.
If your level is not enough yet
The two most common stoppers are a language level below the requirement and a certificate without direct admission. Both can be solved, but they take months — plan them now, not after a rejection.
Questions about this programme
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When do I need to apply?
Don't postpone the application
The deadline is 15.01.2027 (93 days left). Language, translations and the document check take months, not weeks. In 30 minutes we will build a plan backwards from the deadline and tell you honestly whether you can make it.