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Applied Computer Science – dual-track programme (Master)

Applied Computer Science – dual-track programme

Theory and Practice for your career

The four-semester Master’s programme builds on the mathematical, technical, IT and business management knowledge acquired during the Bachelor’s programme. In the dual study programme also offers an ideal combination of theory and practice. Study periods at the university alternate with work placements in a company, allowing you to maintain a balanced perspective on both the academic background and the business perspective. Newly acquired knowledge can be applied directly in practice, and questions arising from day-to-day work can be incorporated into the lectures, seminars and practical sessions at the university.

At a glance
Degree Master of Science (MSc)
Type of programme Dual study programme
Start of study programme Winter semester
Summer semester
Language of instructions German
Standard duration 4 semester
Free of Admission Restriction Yes
ECTS-Punkte 120 ECTS

Practical

Apply new knowledge directly in laboratory exercises and with the industry partner.

Excellent facilities

Make the most of our wide range of laboratories: Media Lab, Embedded Systems Lab, Usability Lab, Maker Space and many more.

Good support

You can count on us throughout your work-study programme. We’ll support you and your work placement partner as you embark on this journey together.

The dual Master’s degree programme in Applied Computer Science combines theory and practice in an ideal way and offers the opportunity to be financially independent whilst you are still studying. To succeed on this programme, you will need a willingness to work hard and a team spirit.

The dual Master’s programme in Applied Computer Science lasts four semesters and is structured so that periods at the university alternate with periods at the industry partner. During the lecture term, you will spend four days a week at the university and, where applicable, one day at your industry partner. During the non-lecture period, you will work full-time at your industry partner’s premises; you will be granted leave to sit your exams. You can view the rotation schedule graphically in the programme outline.

To deepen the practical exchange between the university and the company, you will complete a number of practical modules. In these modules, you will agree on a suitable topic with your industry partner, enabling you to apply the topics you have learnt in a much more practical way. You can find an overview of all modules in the curriculum.

  • Embedded Systems
  • IT infrastructure
  • Media Informatics
  • Business Informatics

Overview of potential practice partners
Become a practice partner

A first professional qualification comprising at least 180 ECTS credits in Computer Science or a related subject area with an equivalent amount of computer science content. An overall mark of at least 2.5 is required. In exceptional cases, applicants with a lower overall mark may also be admitted. A study contract with a company with which the university has concluded a cooperation agreement.
 

At the time of application, the applicant’s language proficiency must be equivalent to the Goethe-Institut’s intermediate-level ‘Zertifikat Deutsch’ certificate. To enrol, applicants must provide evidence of having passed the German Language Examination (DSH2) or an equivalent qualification. Exception: applicants who have obtained their university entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution.

Winter term

For applicants with German qualifications: 1 May to 30 September; for applicants with foreign qualifications: 1 May to 30 September

Summer term

For applicants with German qualifications: 1 November to 31 March; for applicants with foreign qualifications: 1 November to 31 March

Start your IT career

As the industry partners invest in your training, the chances of being offered a permanent role are very good in many companies. Furthermore, you’ll have excellent career prospects across a wide range of sectors. Upon completion of the dual Master’s programme in Applied Computer Science, you’ll have excellent career prospects, as you’ll have relevant practical experience to complement your theoretical knowledge. This makes you the ideal candidate for a direct entry into a position of responsibility within the IT sector.

You will take up professional roles in specialist departments such as IT, organisation, development, strategy, controlling or marketing, and are well-placed to progress to management positions. You will also be in high demand at consultancy firms and software companies. You will contribute to the further development of your field of specialisation and can gain further qualifications by undertaking a PhD. The Centre for Applied Computer Science offers graduates a suitable academic environment for this purpose.

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Need help?

Subject-related advice

Dr. Judit Verestóy

Lecturer for Special Tasks, Project proDUAL

judit.verestoy(at)cs.hs-fulda.de +49 661 9640-3201

Subject-related advice

Prof. Dr. Martin Kumm Programme Director Applied Computer Science (M.Sc.)

Embedded Systems

martin.kumm(at)cs.hs-fulda.de +49 661 9640-3113
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