Computer Science Clausthal University of Technology

Overview

Computer science is one of the driving forces behind technological progress in society, business, and science. It develops innovative information and communication technologies that are transforming our lives for the better. Computer science creates essential theoretical, technical, and practical prerequisites for the increasing digitalization of all areas of work and life.

Job profile and labor market

The job market opportunities for graduates of the Master's program in Computer Science at Clausthal University of Technology  are excellent.

Information technology plays a key role in industry. For example, in aircraft development, more than 60% of value creation is generated in the field of software and communications technology; in automobiles, more than 90% of all innovations are related to information technology. The modeling and optimization of business processes and the use of modern information and assistance systems are also unthinkable without information technology.

Digital transformation and the development of new technologies are constantly opening up new, attractive fields of activity in industry, trade and services, science and culture, energy and agriculture, banking and insurance, management consulting and public administration.

Technological advances place high demands on the flexibility and learning ability of computer scientists. We train highly qualified graduates who are equipped to meet the challenges of digital transformation.

Typical professional fields and areas of activity include:

• IT activities in departments for software development and the design and implementation of information processes in industry, business and administration
• IT specialists in companies in the information and communications sector
• Development, optimization and operation of software systems
• Planning and administration of computer systems and networks
• Design, development and administration of database systems
• Development of algorithms and software components for new hardware
• Hardware development with new circuits, FPGAs, microcomputers and sensors
• Experts for the introduction of new solutions in the fields of virtual reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, robotics and human-machine interaction in companies
• IT security experts
• Support, consulting and training for IT solutions
• Management positions in IT departments, IT project management, IT companies and management consultancy
• Further doctoral studies and work in universities and research institutions