Computer science Paderborn University
- Degree
- Bachelor of Science
- Standard period of study (amount)
- 6 semesters
- Location
- Paderborn
Overview and admission
Study Type
undergraduate
Admission semester
Winter Semester only
Area of study
Computer Science
Annotation
Computer Science is at the heart of the modern information society: today, we find applications from this field in nearly every aspect of life. Those who wish to make computer science their profession have the opportunity to help shape our society.
Admission requirements
You can only enrol in the Bachelor's degree in Computer Science if you cumulatively have
1.\ta certificate of higher education entrance qualification (general or relevant subject-related) or, in accordance with a statutory ordinance, an entrance certificate for universities of applied science or a qualification certificate recognised as equivalent by law or by the responsible state body or fulfil the prerequisites for those qualified in vocational training or meet the requirements under Section 49(11) University Act (HG). In the case of Section 49(11) HG, the degree of course-specific aptitude and a general education that meets the requirements of the university must be proven. Further details can be found in the regulations to determine the special subject-related professional aptitude for the Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mathematics at the University of Paderborn in the currently valid version as well as the Framework Regulations of the University of Paderborn to determine the general education at the university level in the currently valid version.
2. \ t as a student applicant who has not acquired his or her admission requirements at a German-speaking institution, has sufficient knowledge of the German language. For unrestricted admission to or enrolment on all degree courses, the applicant must prove the language ability required for study. Further details are governed by the current version of the German language proficiency test for access to higher education at the University of Paderborn.
Lecture period
- Winter semester 2026/2027: 12.10.2026 - 05.02.2027
- Summer semester 2027: 05.04.2027 - 16.07.2027 (Universitywide lecture period)
Application deadlines
Winter semester (2026/2027)
Deadlines for International Students from the European Union
Information at the International OfficeDeadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union
Information at the International OfficeApplication deadline for Germans and inhabitants
Expired
For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application, starting on 22.09. - 15.10.2026.Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students
Expired
For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application, starting on 22.09. - 15.10.2026.
Languages of instruction
Main language
German
