New Study Computer Science Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University

Shape your digital future – study Computer Science in a new way.

The New Study Computer Science Bachelor’s programme at the Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) combines academic excellence with real-world experience. This fully online, English-taught programme prepares you for the challenges of the digital age by blending technology, business and intercultural competence.

Over three years (six semesters), you will gain in-depth knowledge of

• computer science
• programming
• web and software engineering
• databases
• artificial intelligence
• mathematics
• theoretical informatics

At the same time, you will develop essential skills such as project management, teamwork and communication as well as working in distributed teams.

The programme follows a dual study model, which means that theoretical phases at the university alternate with practical training at a partner company or institution – typically every three months. This unique structure allows you to apply your knowledge immediately in real projects and gain valuable professional experience even before graduation.

Although the programme is delivered online, students see each other for key events such as the on-site kick-off week and examinations at DHBW campuses. The learning environment uses digital tools, so students should be ready to interact in environments like Discord and e-boards to get the most out of this flexible but social study experience.

Graduates of New Study Computer Science are highly sought after in sectors like IT, automotive, finance, healthcare, logistics and start-ups. By combining academic study and work-based learning, you will be well prepared for international careers in technology and digital innovation.

The programme involves about three-monthly theoretical online study terms, which alternate with practical internship terms of about the same length. It is organised in different modules consisting of learning units that are either compulsory or elective components of your schedule.

What we teach

Our curriculum puts a strong emphasis on mathematics and data science, and algorithms alongside a progressive path in programming:

• First year: You’ll start with scientific programming, web engineering, and Java programming.
• Second and third year: You’ll deepen your expertise with software engineering and advanced software engineering along with databases.
• Students with German language skills and the ability to travel may also select electives offered in Karlsruhe and Stuttgart. Of course, New Study offers its own online, English electives as well.
• We welcome students from any DHBW location into our electives.

We also incorporate design thinking, user experience (UX), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the programme. AI tools are actively integrated into programming, writing, and other courses. Students learn not only with AI, but they also learn how to use it effectively and responsibly.

Up-to-date information can be found on our website.

There are no integrated internships, because this is a dual study programme with alternating three-month intervals between classroom instruction and practical work at partner companies.

Admission will be open to all without any discrimination on the basis of race, caste, creed, national origin or gender, provided the applicant fulfils entrance requirements of the Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW).

Enrolment of international degree seeking students, who received their university entrance qualification abroad, is only possible after the assessment of equivalency.

This means, it has to be verified that applicants are formally eligible for studying at the Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University. Upon successful verification, applicants receive a university entry qualification certificate ("Bescheinigung über die Hochschulzugangsberechtigung") issued by the Central International Office of DHBW.

More information: https://www.dhbw.de/application 

Work permit / work visa is not required for the enrolment at DHBW, as the practical phase by a workplace training provider is an integral part of the dual studies.

Only administrative costs, student body fees and the student union fee are due at the beginning of each academic year (1 October). 

More information on costs (in German)

Estimated 500 to 700 EUR rent per month

Adding other costs like transportation and food will easily use up your monthly salary from your dual partner, which is estimated between 1,000 and 1,400 EUR.