What is ‘Computer Engineering’?

The degree course ‘Computer Engineering’ offers a unique combination of two main areas in computer science. Modern technologies used in software systems design are combined with modelling techniques for hardware supported by a processor. If you want to find out how software gives live to technical systems, you should apply for this course. The technical systems this degree course focuses on, are automotive electronics, transportation technology, automation technology, consumer electronics, control technology, building automation, service robotics, sensor networks, biometric data collection systems, audio and video technology amongst many others.

In comparison with a degree in computer science, in this course the focus lies on the realisation of technical systems and their application. In order to guarantee the global effectiveness and efficiency, the robustness and safety of operation of a system, the question is always, which components of a technical system are easier to realise hardware-based and which should rather be realised software-based.

Students taking this course will become familiar with all relevant basics of computer science on a substantiated level. The technical emphasis, however, implies that the students acquire a basic knowledge in physics and electronic engineering. Therefore the first three semesters include courses in mathematics, electronic engineering, digital and computer engineering, programming languages, databases, computer networks and operation systems. This is followed by modules focussing on the construction and application of processor-supported hardware, embedded systems, real time systems, methods of designing and creating complex software systems, distributed systems and IT-security.

With optional modules and additional qualifications in technology, software, socio-economics, and languages, the students can choose their own focus. There is also the possibility to acquire a certificate of qualification as data security officer. Furthermore group and project work will develop the students’ ability to work in a team and their social competence. The promotion of foreign exchanges during this course or whilst writing the Bachelor thesis will also help the students to acquire experience and proficiency in foreign languages.

The Bachelor’s degree course Computer Engineering has intentionally been structured comprehensive and application-oriented, to make it easy for the graduates to familiarise themselves with fields of application and the solution of problems. With a degree in Computer Engineering you are guaranteed to meet with a widespread acceptance in the labour market and a great range of job opportunities.

Duration of study: 6 semesters incl. practical semester Degree: Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.)