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Computers play an important and ever-growing role in nearly every aspect of life today. The continued advancement of this technology and its successful application offer excellent career prospects for qualified professionals for years to come. Since the development of complex computing solutions is an increasingly interdisciplinary process, it requires professionals with diverse skill sets and educational backgrounds. The computer science programs at Clausthal University of Technology are designed to meet these requirements and cover the full spectrum of topics, from theoretical foundations to concrete applications. In particular, they offer students the opportunity to transcend the boundaries between traditional academic disciplines and to gain qualifications in the interdisciplinary areas described above.In addition to specialized courses, the program includes the development of language skills (technical English) and the acquisition of so-called soft skills (project management, presentation techniques, etc.).
Computer Science at Clausthal University of Technology
... with majors in computer science, business informatics, and computer engineering
Computer science is a young field that brings improvements to every aspect of our daily lives. It is equally a field of engineering, basic science, and applied science. Computer science is one of the driving forces behind technological progress in society, the economy, and science. It develops innovative information and communication technologies that are transforming our lives in lasting ways. Computer science provides the essential theoretical, technical, and practical foundations for the increasing digitization of all areas of work and life.
The Bachelor’s program in Computer Science at Clausthal University of Technology offers tremendous flexibility in choosing course content, as it combines three specializations: Computer Science, Business Informatics, and Technical Informatics. After a shared first year of study featuring introductory courses across all areas, students choose one of the three specializations based on their personal interests. All specializations include a solid foundation in the fundamentals of computer science and mathematics. In advanced courses, students can then acquire current and forward-looking core competencies, such as the fundamentals and applications of artificial intelligence and IT security, the modeling of workflows as business processes, or the development of embedded control systems. As early as the first semester, all students gain insights into typical fields of work in the “Computer Science Workshop” and learn—regardless of whether they already have programming skills or not—to develop computer science systems and use them to solve practical problems.
The Master’s program in Computer Science follows seamlessly on from the Bachelor’s program, but is also an excellent option for students transferring from other universities after completing a Bachelor’s degree. In particular, this program offers the unique opportunity for individualized specialization in various areas of computer science through innovative study tracks and a largely open course selection. This allows students to choose and combine individual areas of focus, such as Secure and Cooperative Information Systems, Visual & Interactive Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber-Physical Systems, or Data Science & Big Data Technologies.
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Business Informatics, Master of Science
The Master’s program in Business Informatics follows a similar structure. With the exception of a few subject-specific courses, all students can tailor their curriculum based on individual course combinations, allowing them to specialize in areas such as the engineering and optimization of information systems, the design of human-centered information systems, or user-oriented data-intensive systems.
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DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
Applied Computer Science in an Innovative Approach
For those looking for a computer science program with a strong practical focus, the DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES program is the perfect choice. This joint program offered by Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences and Clausthal University of Technology is distinguished by its innovative blend of computer science disciplines, interdisciplinary digitalization projects, and six application areas (Autonomous Systems, Circular Economy & Environmental Technology, Digital Transformation, Energy, Industry 4.0, Mobility), each given equal weight. The topics of digitalization and sustainability play a central role in the program.
On the Ostfalia side, in addition to the Faculty of Computer Science, the participating faculties of Electrical Engineering, Karl-Scharfenberg, Mechanical Engineering, and Supply Engineering are involved in the application areas. On the Clausthal University of Technology side, the faculties of Mathematics/Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering, as well as Energy and Economics, are involved. Interdisciplinary digitalization projects form the core of the DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES degree program. In these projects, small teams of bachelor’s and master’s students from different semesters work together on practical digitalization challenges and apply their knowledge from computer science courses and the application areas. Some of the questions in the digitalization projects are formulated in collaboration with partner companies. Together with faculty members from the program, these companies mentor the project teams, thereby facilitating initial networking between students and their potential employers.
The best is saved for last: The evaluation of the project work replaces two exams in a traditional degree program! In addition, students receive a university degree upon successful completion of their studies. This opens all doors for them, both for careers in business and in academia.
All information regarding the DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES program and admission requirements can be found on the program website at www.digitecstudieren.de.
The application-oriented and interdisciplinary bachelor’s program in DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES equips students with the skills needed for successful digitalization in industry, research, and public administration—areas that often lie at the intersection of computer science and its practical applications. The program is grounded in computer science. In addition, students select their individual application area as early as the second semester, thereby establishing their academic focus. The first year of study, with its courses, takes place at the Goslar campus. Subsequently, depending on the chosen application area, the program also takes place at the other study locations in Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Salzgitter, or Wolfenbüttel.
The practice-oriented and interdisciplinary master’s program in DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES is distinguished by its unique combination of computer science courses, six exciting fields of application, and interdisciplinary digitalization projects. Thanks to this integration within the four-semester program, you will become an expert in digitalization, its technologies, and digital transformation.
Continuing education programs
The "Systems Engineering" master's program is interdisciplinary in nature and designed as a professional development program. It combines content from engineering, natural sciences, and computer science to develop and implement complex technical systems.
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