Computer Science (B.A.) (two subjects/teaching profession)

With its roots in mathematics and influences from physics and electrical engineering, computer science offers a technical view of the world for students and teachers. This is evident in the technical components that are used in the classroom and are also tested during studies. The students do not simply stand around in amazement as users, but take a look "under the bonnet" and explore how computer science systems work. This becomes concrete instead of abstract in projects under the motto "Computer science helps!", for example, when Lego robots are used to programme automated walking aids not only for the teddy bear. The focus is on runnable and purpose-oriented products that are constructed by the learners themselves and used in a concrete context. Both the technical challenges are mastered using different solution paths and the sometimes challenging question of alternatives is weighed up.

The inventor character of computer science prevails on many levels: creative solutions are technically realisable in an analogous way, as the examples show. But digital products such as self-written or extended programmes also offer room for learners to develop their creative potential. Informatics requirements are not implemented alone, but often in teams - this is also the case in computer science lessons! Open tasks allow for different "correct" solutions, which the students work out together and thus complement each other. Accompanying these learning processes methodically is just as much a requirement for future computer science teachers as gaining one's own experience in dealing with various development environments. From the collection of ideas, to (repeated) implementation, to the successful presentation of their programming projects, the students have the chance to be creative. Instead of "just" using image processing software, they reconstruct and modify their own software for the next generation photo filter.

It no longer seems to be a secret that informatics processes and systems shape our society. However, how these interactions look in detail, what possibilities people have to influence them and what the digitalised world of tomorrow will look like, is something that computer science teachers can help to shape. Discussing opportunities and risks in the use of computer science systems requires a basic understanding of these systems, which computer science teaching promotes. But helpful usage scenarios for the application of computer science concepts, strategies and methods are also outlined and tested.

These three exemplary approaches are only the proverbial tip of the iceberg of computer science, which remains versatile, technical, creative and socially relevant. At the same time, it offers a lot of creative potential in studies and schools. Are you interested in studying to become a computer science teacher? Then apply now or contact the student advisory service with your individual questions. We look forward to hearing from you!