Computer Science

Overview

Dive into fields such as AI, data science and cyber security, and use the international setting of IU to kick-start your career as an in-demand computer science professional.

Key facts

Due to the unmet demand for experts on these topics, you’ll become a sought-after specialist who can operate in almost any sector. Your Master’s degree in Computer Science will give you all the skills you need to get started in the international job market. With IU, you can study 100% online, on campus, or switch between both with their new flexible studies option.

Career Path

As a Computer Science expert, you will be one of the most sought-after specialists in business, industry, the public sector and government organisations. After you graduate, you will work as:

• Computer and Information Research Scientist: As a Computer and Information Research Scientist (Computer Scientist for short) you will analyse complex problems in a variety of areas, including business, science, medicine, in order to develop computer-aided solutions. Computer Scientists are theorists, designers and inventors all in one, and help influence the future of companies via innovative technologies and computer systems.
• Database Administrator: As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the planning, design and development of database applications. Ensuring accessibility and maintaining data security will also be one of your tasks. You will regularly test databases and associated programs to identify any errors to be corrected, alterations to be made, and security measures to be implemented.
• Software/Web Developer: As a Software Developer, you will design, implement, and modify computer programs. This can involve both application software ie. software intended for the general public and commercial purposes, and system software ie. software that ensures the smooth and efficient functioning of computer systems. As a Web Developer, you will create and maintain websites. You will oversee the technical structure of the website (back-end) and/or the visual layout and content (front-end). Web Developers often act as "webmasters" and are responsible for ensuring that websites function properly.

Two Degrees, Double the Advantage

IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) has partnered with London South Bank University to give you the chance to have your degree validated by two institutions. When you choose this option, you’ll graduate from IU with both a German degree and a British degree, giving you a major career boost! This opportunity comes with no extra study courses or traveling.

Start your top-tier education!

Embark on a journey of top-tier education with IU International University of Applied Sciences. Apply today and reserve your spot in Germany's largest university for free. IU’s courses and exams are conducted in English, and available online 24/7, allowing you to study from anywhere in the world at your convenience. Join the diverse community of over 100,000 international students and take your education to the next level with IU.

Accreditation

With over 20 years of expertise, all our programmes have been officially accredited by the German Accreditation Council.This certification attests to the fact that study programmes adhere to the most recent academic standards and are designed by qualified professionals.Since IU is system accredited, we can independently accredit new programmes — in compliance with legally specified quality criteria.