For the digital future
Ready to take your technological skills to the next level? Then Computer Science (AIN) is the perfect degree programme for you! Bring codes to life, shape our everyday lives with apps and develop intelligent AI systems. Protect digital networks, personal data and our privacy. Shape the digital future! Computer Science offers you endless possibilities!
Programme content and structure
AIN specifics
Software Engineering specialisation
Do you want to know how the software that is revolutionising our world works? Do you want to develop new systems and creatively implement your ideas? If it's web applications, apps, programs for industrial automation or cloud computing – in the Software Engineering specialisation, you'll learn about the process of software development from the bottom up.
Modern software technologies and programming languages are the basis for successfully designing and implementing large IT systems. We teach you to understand and master the interaction of the components of complex IT systems – taking quality, security and usability into consideration at the same time.
Computer Networking specialisation
Do you want to explore the secrets of the networked world and help shape the future of network technology? We'll prepare you to define, analyse and secure complex and distributed IT infrastructures.
Our hands-on approach allows you to apply your knowledge directly in real-life scenarios. Become an expert in setting up and operating efficient, secure and high-performance networks. Do a deep-dive into the concepts and methods of network technologies – work intensively on the design, construction and protection of computer networks and networked systems. And, it goes without saying, you'll also be taking current data protection and network security requirements into account, too.
What's covered
AIN Study and Examinations Regulations (SPO):
- Download file:General Bachelor SPO
- Computer Science (Bachelor) - AIN SPO (Version 13, valid from WS 2024/25)
- Download file:Computer Science (Bachelor) - AIN SPO (Version 12, valid from SS 2023)
Downloads for AIN programme content
- Download file:Module catalogue (Descriptions of all AIN programme modules)
- Download file:Download of learning outcomes
- Download file:AIN flyer
Special features
You decide, we're flexible
You can study Computer Science in a way that suits your interests and life circumstances.
- Study full-time or part-time
- Combine your studies with an apprenticeship (Internal link opens in the same window:Study Plus)
- Opt for a bilingual degree programme
We support you individually from the time you start studying, until your thesis. We ensure a good start to your studies – our Welcome Week, mentoring programme and leisure events make it easy for you to get started.
Computer Science as Study Plus
The Internal link opens in the same window:Study Plus model gives you the opportunity to do two qualifications at the same time – an apprenticeship and a university degree, and the question of financing is also solved, as you are paid a training salary straight away.
The Study Plus course lasts four and a half years. You will then have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in your pocket, as well as the MATSE (Mathematical Software Developer) vocational qualification.
This combined degree combines theory and practice in an ideal way. Besides the top-class academic qualification, you'll gain in-depth insights into company practice right from the start. This dual qualification gives you excellent prospects on the job market!
To take the Study Plus programme, you look for a company with which you can organise a training contract. You then apply to us for a place on the course. For Study Plus, we work together with companies in the region and with the Donaueschingen Schools of Home Economics and Business (KHS).
- Here you can find a list of cooperating companies where you can start your Study Plus: Download file:Download Study Plus cooperating companies
- Your contact for any questions related to the Computer Science Study Plus programme:
Cornelia Kellermann, Phone 07723 920-2406, Email application is started:cornelia.kellermann(at)hs-furtwangen.de - Internal link opens in the same window:Find out more about Study Plus here
Part-time study as additional offer
You can also study Computer Science on a part-time basis – the workload then corresponds to around 50% of a full-time course. You should plan for around 20 hours a week. This means that your studies will take about twice as long.
- As a rule, you are expected to attend the university two days a week. In exceptional cases (such as block seminars or language courses), there may be more dates.
- You can apply for part-time study with your application at latest when you enrol. You can also switch between part-time and full-time for the undergraduate and graduate degree programmes.
- The final semester must be studied full-time, as this is when you will write your thesis.
Your contact for all information regarding part-time studies:
Prof. Dr. Elmar Cochlovius, Phone 07723 920-2326, Email application is started:elmar.cochlovius(at)hs-furtwangen.de
Your career prospects
The world is open to computer science graduates. No matter what subject area you are interested in, your job prospects after graduation are excellent. There is a huge demand for highly qualified computer scientists. And you'll also be right at the top when it comes to salary. Our graduates work in well-paid top sectors and have been among the most sought-after specialists for many years.
Further qualification for a Master's
After completing your bachelor's degree, you can advance your qualifications in one of our master's degree programmes. With a Master of Science, you are ideally prepared for management tasks or a doctorate.
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Your key contacts
Prof. Dr. Elmar Cochlovius Dean of Studies Computer Science (BSc) 
Cornelia Kellermann Member of academic staff
Faculty Manager