Bilingual Bachelor's (BiBa) in Computer Science
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
Program Overview
Our goal is to prepare you for a career in Computer Science, in particular to be able to work on topics of utmost importance to humanity and society in multinational teams. You will be proficient in German and English, both for your professional life and your integration into German society and industry. Our aim is that you will have a command of these two languages and will even be able to switch languages in mid-sentence! COMMUNICATION IS KEY – GO FOR IT! You will have taken the same required courses in computer science as those in a regular computer science programme. Your „minor“ subject will typically be German. You will take a couple of elective courses, less than in a regular programme, but this will not curtail your preparation for working in your profession as a computer scientist. You will be able to attain a good livelihood – COMPUTING PAYS! You will be able to work on the truly important „grand challenges“ of our time, because these are not confined to a single country, but can only be tackled through multinational teams – which generally work in English, while all-important small talk is done in the regional / national language. Examples of the topics of such "grand challenges" include the environment (global warming), cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. This is COMPUTING WITHOUT BORDERS! You will be able to work within Germany or abroad in collaboration with German partners. Alternatively, you will be able to continue your education in a Master’s degree or even a doctorate in Germany or abroad.
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October)
Duration
7 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€60,000 – €105,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
German English
English track: English at least B2 is required for application/admission. No knowledge of German is required for admission, but A1 is required before starting the programme in October. German track: English AND German at least B2 for admission
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
In our new programme, students can start if they fulfil the following three prerequisites: You are proficient in either German or English (this is the new and special aspect of our programme). Proficient means you have to have attained at least the level of B2 in the European Reference Framework for languages in your stronger language. You need to have an academic level corresponding to a German "Abitur" or the British A-Levels. If your school leaving certificate is not equivalent, there are several ways to get up to speed: e.g. Take part in a Preparatory Year (Prep Year), called a "Studienkolleg" in Germany. In some cases, you can attend university in your home country for a year or two, taking certain courses, and then transfer to our BiBa programme. You can find information on what is needed with your school leaving certificate on the following page https://www.uni-assist.de/en/tools/check-university-admission/ . Since this is a special study course, we want to find the students who fit best into our programme. Therefore, we have included an eligibility test, which you will have to pass in order to be admitted to the programme. In the eligibility process, you need to earn 10 points by submitting proof of your special interest in the programme. This includes: A letter of motivation in German or English Optional proof of specific skills: internships, working experience, certificates, participation in competitions, letter of recommendation from a teacher Optional proof of language skills: an additional foreign language; English AND German at least C1; German as a foreign language at least A1 Please find detailed information on the admission criteria in our study and examination regulations. More information on the application process as well as formal requirements for Bachelor's admission on the university website . For more detailed information on the points and the eligibility process as a whole, please refer to the regulations document .
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
Not specified
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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