Degree
Bachelor (BSc)- Computer Science
Duration
3 Years
Credits
180 ECTS
Study Start
Each September, January, June
Overview
Computer Science is undergoing rapid change and allows you to be at the cutting edge of technological advancements. Digital development and other IT topics such as Big Data will have a huge impact on the future of our society. Experts in this field are in great demand. Whether you have IT or an industry that uses IT in mind: the BSc Computer Science programme will teach you all the knowledge and skills you need for a successful start on the IT job market.
One particular focus of the BSc Computer Science programme is Software Engineering. This is currently the most important sub-discipline that can be applied in many jobs. You’ll build a broad knowledge base complemented by courses like Cyber Security, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. Enhance your career with additional skills in data security, project management, and IT law.
The IU programmes delivered to Global Pathways College students provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of specialisations you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.
Entry Requirements
As an applicant with a general secondary school diploma that qualifies you to start university, you’ll be able to start our Bachelor’s degree course straight away without any testing. Depending on your specialisation, if you’re an applicant with a subject-related secondary school diploma, you can either start your Bachelor’s degree course right away or with an entrance qualification.
Study Content
First of all, you’ll lay the foundations with introductory classes on programming, academic writing, and mathematics. In the Computer Science modules, you’ll deal with core topics such as databases, algorithms, and theoretical computer science. In addition, you’ll expand and deepen your skillset with core areas of software engineering. These include modules such as requirements engineering, software quality assurance, and IT service management. Courses on IT security and IT law, agile project management, and current issues in computer science will round off your studies.
Our Bachelor’s degree programme has a modular structure which means that you’ll study specific topics that are divided into modules. Once you’ve successfully completed a module, you will receive ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) points which are internationally recognized.Most modules are worth 5 ECTS points .The following are the modules covered each semester
| MODULES | ECTS |
Introduction to Computer Science | 5 ECTS |
Introduction to Academic Work | 5 ECTS |
Mathematics I | 5 ECTS |
Object-oriented Programming with Java | 5 ECTS |
Data structures and Java class library | 5 ECTS |
Intercultural and Ethical Decision-Making | 5 ECTS |
| MODULES | ECTS |
Mathematics II | 5 ECTS |
Web Application Development | 5 ECTS |
Collaborative Work | 5 ECTS |
Statistics – Probability and Descriptive Statistics | 5 ECTS |
Computer Architecture and Operating Systems | 5 ECTS |
Project: Java and Web Development | 5 ECTS |
| MODULES | ECTS |
Database Modeling and Database Systems | 5 ECTS |
Project: Build a Data Mart in SQL | 5 ECTS |
Requirements Engineering | 5 ECTS |
Computer Networks and Distributed Systems | 5 ECTS |
Algorithms, Data Structures, and Programming | 5 ECTS |
IT-Service Management | 5 ECTS |
| MODULES | ECTS |
Project: IT Service Management | 5 ECTS |
Theoretical Computer Science and Mathematical | 5 ECTS |
Introduction to Programming with Python | 5 ECTS |
Software Quality Assurance | 5 ECTS |
Specification | 5 ECTS |
Project: Software Engineering | 5 ECTS |
| MODULES | ECTS |
Seminar: Current Topics in Computer Science | 5 ECTS |
Introduction to Data Protection and IT Security | 5 ECTS |
Cryptography | 5 ECTS |
Electives A | 10 ECTS |
Electives B | 10 ECTS |
| MODULES | ECTS |
Electives B | 5 ECTS |
Agile Project Management | 5 ECTS |
IT Law | 5 ECTS |
Computer Science and Society | 5 ECTS |
Bachelor Thesis | 10 ECTS |
Careers
Whether you choose to work in the public sector or the private sector or be self-employed, your BSc in Computer Science will open up multiple paths to a successful professional future. Once you’ve completed your BSc computer science online degree, you could work as a Software Developer, Business Analyst or a Project Manager in a Software development firm.
Dual degree with London South Bank University
With the IU and LSBU (London South Bank University) dual degree track, you get a unique opportunity – you can choose if you want to graduate with both a German and a British graduation certificate, without any extra academic requirements. The study programmes at IU and at LSBU are coordinated and therefore equivalent to each other.
Start your studies at IU, and if you want to apply for your British certificate* all you have to do is send in your application and pay the registration fee. You’ll then be awarded a degree from LSBU following your graduation if all of your study requirements have been fulfilled successfully.
About LSBU
London South Bank University is well-known for its impressive internationality, as testified by over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Similar to IU, LSBU has also been awarded multiple awards and praised for its focus on improving graduates’ career opportunities.
Our cooperation was born out of one goal: to help you get the best jobs in the world with a dual degree
Mode of study
At Global Pathways College,students can complete the program in either Online or Blended delivery formats.
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