Computer Science (B.A.) (two subjects)

The dual-subject Bachelor's degree programme Computer Science teaches students scientific fundamentals and methodology in computer science combined with an additional subject area. The great diversity of subject combinations also includes in particular the option to combine Computer Science with Humanities and Social Sciences subjects. This is highly recommended, since the influence of information technology on society could not be any greater. How can the general public be sensitised for the topic of data privacy? What are the ethical consequences of research into artificial intelligence? How can we protect basic civil rights in times of NSA disclosures? Due to its interdisciplinary character, the dual-subject Bachelor's degree programme in Computer Science offers a basis for interdisciplinary discussion of these vital issues. But the influence of computer science on society is not the only interesting aspect; the possibilities for information technology applications in Humanities and Social Sciences, such as text analysis, also offer new research potential. In combination with a subject from Humanities and Social Sciences, the dual-subject Bachelor's degree programme paves the way to "Digital Humanities".

Anyone choosing Computer Science as their subject of study should be interested in formal mathematical as well as application-related practical work. The ability to work in a team is a vital prerequisite for daily professional work later on. English language skills are required. Special subject-related knowledge, especially in programming, is not required. The preparatory course in mathematics will enable students to refresh their knowledge of mathematics before starting their degree programme.

In a number of subjects, completion of the two-subject Bachelor's degree qualifies students for subsequent transition to the corresponding Master's degree programme.

This is not the case in Computer Science. Here, the degree programme can be planned so that a subsequent transition to the Masters' degree programme in Applied Computer Science (M.Sc.) is possible, but not every individually selected combination of modules in the dual-subject Bachelor's degree programme enables students to do so. Therefore it is advisable to plan the courses to be attended at an early stage with the help of the Student Advisory Service.