Practical
They can put their newly acquired knowledge into practice straight away within the company.
Department of
Applied Computer Science
Applied Computer Science
Business Informatics – dual-track programme (Bachelor)
At the same time : work and study
As an independent, interdisciplinary field, Business Informatics combines the content and methods of business administration and computer science. This enables problems to be tackled successfully and complex systems to be adapted, further developed and maintained.
Business informatics provides answers to questions by supporting companies in organising their internal and external information and communication flows.
- How do automotive groups organise their ‘just-in-time’ supply chains?
- How do online retailers suggest books that other customers have bought?
- How do mobile phone operators identify customers who are likely to cancel their contracts soon, so they can make them better offers?
- How can processes in businesses and public administrations be digitised?
Business IT specialists work at the interface between business and IT departments, and their role requires the ability to think in an interdisciplinary manner.
In the dual study programme, you can combine theory and practice in the best possible way. You’ll get to know both sides and can apply your newly acquired knowledge in practice or discuss questions arising from your day-to-day work at the university. By alternating between study periods at the university and work placements in a company, theoretical knowledge can be put into practice straight away.
At a glance
Degree
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Type of programme
Dual study programme
Start of study programme
Winter semester
Language of instructions
German
Standard duration
6 semester
Free of Admission Restriction
Yes
ECTS-Punkte
180 ECTS
YOUR PROFILE
- You want to combine theory and practice closely and be financially independent whilst studying.
- You enjoy working with IT and are quick to recognise structures and key points.
- You have an interest in business and current affairs.
- A strong work ethic and team spirit are your strengths.
- You want to hit the ground running and fulfil your potential in a forward-looking professional field.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- General university entrance qualification (A-levels), university of applied sciences entrance qualification, subject-specific university entrance qualification or a master craftsman’s certificate
- A signed study contract with a partner organisation
- No entry quota; admission is unrestricted
- Good command of German
International students must have German language skills at
Level B1/B2 (DSH 1) at the time of application; DSH 2/C1 is required for enrolment.
The dual Bachelor’s degree programme in Business Informatics lasts 6 semesters and is structured so that you alternate between periods at the university and at your placement partner’s organisation. During the lecture term, you will be at the university 4 days a week. You may also spend one day – the work placement day – at your placement partner’s organisation. During the non-teaching period, you will work full-time at your industry partner’s premises. You will be excused from work to sit your exams. You can view the schedule in more detail in our programme outline.
To deepen the practical link 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 placement partner, enabling you to apply the topics you have learnt in a much more practical way. You can find an overview of all the modules in our curriculum.
University entrance qualification
Applicants who did not obtain their university entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution must demonstrate German language proficiency at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (DSH-2 or equivalent).
A study contract with a company with which the university has concluded a cooperation agreement
For applicants with German educational qualifications: 1 May to 30 September
For those with foreign qualifications: 1 May to 30 September
Innovative : IT and Management
As your industry partners invest in your training, the chances of being offered a permanent role are very good in many companies. Upon completion of the dual degree programme in Business Informatics, 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 a company, as there is hardly a business process that is not supported by IT.
Business IT specialists plan, develop, implement and maintain business information and communication systems. To do this, they analyse the business processes and organisational structures of companies and public sector organisations.
More about the subject
Your Department
The degree programme is offered by the Department of Applied Computer Science. Visit the department’s website to find out more about your new environment, the teaching and your future lecturers.
Prior to the study programme
THE SELF-CHECK
A degree in Computer Science – is it right for me?
Related study programmes
Postgraduate / advanced degree programmes at Fulda University of Applied Sciences
Applied Computer Science (Master)
Need : help?
Subject-related advice
Beate Glaser
Dual Study Programme, Placement Officer Global Software Development
beate.glaser(at)cs.hs-fulda.de
+49 661 9640-3012
Subject-related advice
Prof. Dr. Markus Göltenboth Programme Director Business IT
General Business Administration
markus.goeltenboth(at)cs.hs-fulda.de
+49 661 9640-3104
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