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

For the B.Sc. Computer Science at Wilhelm Bücher University, there are various access options:

Access option No. 1: You have the general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), the subject-specific higher education entrance qualification, or the subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification.

Access option No. 2: You have a university admission qualification recognized as equivalent by the Hessian Ministry of Culture (e.g. a master's degree or a degree as a state-certified technician).

Access option No. 3: Studying as a guest auditor: You start your guest studies at our university without the three access options mentioned and take the university entrance examination (HZP) after 2 semesters. To do this, you must meet all of the following prerequisites:

1. You have completed at least a two-year vocational training in a field related to the desired studies according to the Vocational Training Act, the Crafts Code, or regulated by federal or state law.
2. You have subsequently worked full-time for at least two years in a field related to the desired studies.

If you aim for a course of study that is not related to the completed training or professional activity, then the knowledge acquired through training and employment must be expanded or deepened by qualified further training with a minimum of 400 hours in a field related to the desired studies.

After successfully passing the university entrance examination (HZP), your status will be changed from guest auditor to regular student.

These are the study contents and the course of study

Your Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at WBH is structured modularly in terms of content. You study thematically self-contained subject areas (modules) to which credit points are assigned according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). The number of credit points assigned to each module depends on the scope of a module and the associated workload. All credit points you earn will be credited to you, and you will receive a record of them. Your achievements are thus comparable and recognized – also internationally.

The course of study is structured as follows:

• 1st Semester: Mathematics Basics for Computer Scientists, Theoretical Basics of Computer Science (Part 1), Basics of Object-Oriented Programming, Operating Systems and Computer Architecture, Introductory Project for Computer Scientists
• 2nd Semester: Advanced Mathematics, Theoretical Basics of Computer Science (Part 2), Software Engineering, Law and Business Administration
• 3rd Semester: Information Technology, Advanced Programming, Project Management and Scientific Work, Elective Area II Inter-Cultural Competence
• 4th Semester: Multimedia, Databases, IT Management and Law, Elective Area I (Part 1)
• 5th Semester: Information Systems and Business Intelligence, Distributed Information Processing (Part 1), Communication and Leadership, Elective Area I (Part 2), Project Work
• 6th Semester: Distributed Information Processing (Part 2), Design of Digital Transformation, Elective Area I (Part 3), Bachelor's Thesis and Colloquium

You choose the Elective Module I from these topics: Information Management, Electronic and Mobile Services, Service Management, Controlling and Quality, Online Marketing, Social Media, Introduction to App Development, Application of Artificial Intelligence, Introduction to IT Security, IT Security Management, Computer Graphics, Big Data, Design of Interactive Systems, Software Architecture, Media Communication and Psychology, Design and Creativity, Digital and Micro Computing Technology, Design and Communication of Embedded Systems, Energy Information Networks.

You choose the Elective Module II from these topics: Business English, Intercultural Competence, Spanish.

This is how long the Bachelor's programme at Wilhelm Büchner University lasts

The distance learning course in computer science lasts a total of 6 academic semesters, equivalent to a standard period of study of 3 years or 36 months. You can extend the supervision period free of charge by 18 months.

These services of Wilhelm Büchner University contribute to your graduation within the standard period of study:

• start of studies at any time
• individual learning pace
• no interruptions due to semester breaks
• study plans and contents tailored to distance learning
• motivated and highly qualified lecturers
• comprehensive, personal support and service concept

Furthermore, these personal factors positively influence the study time:

• educational and academic background
• your willingness and ability to learn
• the relevance of your professional education or activities to the content of the course
• professional and personal circumstances