Bachelor of Computer science
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Part-time Distance Learning
In today’s world, digitalization touches nearly every aspect of life, creating an unprecedented demand for IT specialists. Earn a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at the FernUniversität in Hagen via distance learning and enhance your professional horizons!
Bachelor of Computer Science: Course Content
IT issues and topics play a major role in our private and professional lives. In communication, data procurement and processing, IT services, and production processes – innovations from the field of IT contribute to the digital revolution and will play an increasingly important role in the future.
The FernUniversität’s bachelor degree program in Computer Science provides you with a sound knowledge of computer science at an academic level. During your studies, you will acquire both theoretical and practical skills. The content includes programming, software engineering and Internet security. Modules from the compulsory elective section you to flexibly select part of the course content and deepen your knowledge in line with your interests. This gives you the opportunity to focus on a specialized area of IT at an early stage, allowing you to develop and strengthen your personal profile in a targeted manner.
Student testimonial on the Bachelor of Computer Science program
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“I never expected that the support would be so good (...) that’s why I can heartily recommend distance learning to anyone.”
Kerstin Gahr, Bachelor of Computer ScienceFind out more
Career prospects as a Bachelor of Computer Science
The digital revolution is progressing inexorably. Computer scientists are in great demand on the job market and can command attractive salaries. Typical areas of responsibility include:
- Software development and maintenance
- Hardware development and maintenance
- Development and customization of computer systems and networks
- IT consulting
- Design and analysis of algorithms
After completing your bachelor in Computer Science, you could consider a career in one of the following professions:
- Software developer
- IT developer
- IT security specialist
- IT administrator
- IT consultant
- IT project manager
Profile of the Bachelor’s Degree Program in Computer Science
| Degree: | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) |
| Type of study | Full-time study, part-time study, part-time distance learning (further education/continuing education), professional qualification with elements of classroom study and online study |
| Study duration: | 6 semesters full-time, part-time studies can be arranged to suit your circumstances |
| Scope: | 180 credit points (ECTS) |
| Start of studies: | Summer semester (April 1) or winter semester (October 1) |
| Enrollment deadlines: | 1 December to 31 January (for the summer semester) 1 June to 31 July (for the winter semester) |
| Costs: | Approx. €2,000 total costs for a full-time course in the standard study period. For part-time studies or a personalized period of study, the total costs increase by a further 60 euros basic fee per semester (plus student body contribution) |
Your benefits at a glance
- Maximum flexibility: You adapt your studies to fit your life – not the other way around.
- Recognized degree: the state-run FernUniversität in Hagen has been offering education at an academic level for around 50 years.
- Good support: The faculties at the FernUniversität in Hagen are particularly committed to providing students with intensive support during their studies.
- Good-value further education: There are no hidden costs involved with distance learning at the FernUniversität in Hagen. You always have full transparency.
- Location-independent & plannable: Modern, digital learning formats, study documents sent by post and much more. The dates for the (few) on-campus events are set well in advance. The campus locations are spread throughout Germany making them easily accessible for everyone.
Want to know more?
Would you like to receive more information about the bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science as a (part-time) distance learning course? Then take a look at the degree program web page provided by the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science. Here you will find out more about the structure of the course, the specific course content, and the admission requirements.
Things You Should Know about the FernUniversität in Hagen
You can find answers to the most important questions and basic information about studying at the FernUniversität in Hagen here:
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In terms of student numbers, the FernUniversität in Hagen is the largest state university in Germany . And it is the only state-run distance learning university. FernUni students can obtain an internationally recognized bachelor’s or master’s degree. Compact certificates complement our range. The flexible study system allows you to adapt your studies to suit your life situation. That's why we are exactly the right choice for the following people:
- Working professionals
- People bringing up families
- High school graduates
- Potential students with no high school diploma
- People with disabilities or chronic illnesses
- Students abroad
- Schoolchildren
- Competitive athletes
- Refugees
- Studying While Incarcerated
- Servicemen and women in the Armed Forces
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No doubt, you have many questions: How does distance learning work? How do I learn? In what format are the exams held? When can I start studying? All the answers are gathered here for our students:
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The Student Advice Service will help you make your decision about what to study at the FernUniversität. Here you will also find further information on how to organize your distance learning course.
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You can find out more about the requirements for any degree program by visiting the website of the relevant faculty. For more information about the bachelor’s degree program, please contact the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science.
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You can find all the relevant information on enrollment at the FernUniversität in Hagen listed here:
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You can find advice and support close to your home at many locations in Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Switzerland. We also believe that helping students to network with other students is of key importance for later success.
