BSc Computer Science
The Bachelor Computer Science at the University of Regensburg
You will receive a broad computer science education that includes all core areas of the subject and covers future topics such as artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction and cyber security.
In addition, our wide range of elective courses gives you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of subjects that are of particular interest to you. In addition to specialist knowledge in the field of computer science, you will also have the opportunity to acquire skills in teamwork and rhetoric.
All of this will prepare you for a successful career as a computer scientist, as well as provide a solid foundation for further studies at the master's level.
Key data
 | Study type | Full-time program | single-subject program |
 | Place of study | On-site studies at the University of Regensburg in Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany. Participation in courses via video conferencing software is up to the individual course instructors. |
 | ECTS credits | 180 |
 | Admission requirements | University entrance qualification Language skills in English at a level of at least CEFR B1 are strongly recommended, as some compulsory modules are only offered in English. |
 | Deadline for applications | The program is not subject to admission restrictions. Only international applicants are required to apply by July 15th. The university's International Office provides more information on the application process for international students. |
 | Enrolment | By September 30th during the regular enrolment periods of the University of Regensburg |
 | Start of programme | October 1st |
 | Standard period of study | 6 semesters or 3 years |
 | Teaching language | German and English (The language course "English for Computer Science" in the first semester prepares students for this.) |
 | Tuition fees | None (semester fee only) |
 | Degree | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) |
What makings do I need to have?
- Interest in computer science topics
- Pleasure in finding solutions to problems
- The necessary mathematics and computer science skills are taught during the course of study
How is the degree program structured?
The B.Sc. degree program in Computer Science is divided into a compulsory area and an optional area. The following figure shows the proportion of individual topics and learning objectives within these areas:
What are the study contents?
The Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science provides you with a broad education in computer science with compulsory components in the field of general computer science (e.g., theoretical computer science, computer engineering, and programming) and compulsory components in future topics such as machine learning, data science, and IT security. In addition, the degree program offers you elective and specialization options. Depending on your interests and career goals, you can choose courses from the following subject areas (whereby a minimum proportion must be completed in General Computer Science):
- General Computer Science (e.g., Introduction to Cryptography)
- Data Science (e.g., Data Engineering)
- Human Information Behavior (e.g., Recommender Systems)
- Media Informatics (e.g., Multimedia Technology)
- Management Information Systems (e.g., Digital Business)
- Economics (e.g., Production Management)
- Jurisprudence (e.g., Private Digital Law)
The mathematics component is tailor-made: The mathematics components required for computer science are precisely tailored to the respective computer science courses of a semester. Instead of a comprehensive mathematics exam at the end of a semester, our students take two smaller partial exams each time.
You can find a detailed list of study contents in the following course outline:
Is an internship compulsory?
When you study Computer Science at the University of Regensburg, you have freedom of choice when it comes to internships: There are no compulsory internships as part of the degree program. However, you can have a voluntary internship accredited in the compulsory elective area.
Regardless of whether you complete an internship or not, the degree program has a high practical component and prepares you for your career entry. Lectures are accompanied by tutorials and you will carry out a project independently in a team of fellow students.